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    • IFTA is headed to Northern Italy for an educational Study Tour November 13—22, 2020. The 9-night tour features 3-nights in Bologna, 2-nights in Venice-Mestre, 3-nights in Bolzano, and 1 night at an airport hotel (your choice: Venice, Bologna or Milan).

       

      Highlights:

      • Attend two world-class trade shows: EIMA in Bologna and Interpoma in Bolzano
      • Visit orchards in Ferrara, Vicenza and Trento
      • Fun sightseeing and terrific Italian cuisine throughout

      Tour fee is $2,700 per traveler, double occupancy. Single occupancy and companion sightseeing package addt'l. Tour fee does not include international airfare.

    • Registration Opens February 24, 2020

      Registration FAQs

       

      Is registration limited?
      Yes, there are around 100 spots for Study Tour participants, plus their companions. Spots are not limited for companions so please register for your Study Tour spot and then indicate if you are bringing a companion to participate in the leisure program.


      How do I register?

      On February 24, on this website, you’ll complete a short Google form to secure your place. Your registration will be confirmed via email and you’ll be sent a detailed registration form to complete at your leisure plus instructions to pay the deposit. Everyone that wants to participate in the educational study tour program must complete the form. Companions participating in the leisure program do not complete the form.

       

      If me and my roommate are both doing the study tour, do we register separately on February 24?

      Yes - every person participating in the educational study tour must complete the registration form. Even if rooming together (whether spouses/partners/colleagues), they must both register separately on February 24 to get two spots on the educational study tour.

       

      What is the cost to bring my spouse?

      We have a great Companion Sightseeing program planned. The cooking classes, meals, guided experiences, etc. all cost a bit more than the Study Tour trade shows/orchard tour programming, so total cost for a companion is $2700 plus the $495 Companion Sightseeing program supplement, $3195 total for the 9-night tour.

       

      What if I don’t get a spot?

      We hope you do… but if not please join the waiting list that will be available here February 24.

       

      Are there age restrictions?

      At the time of travel, IFTA members must be 16+ to participate in the Study Tour and 18+ to participate in the Companion Sightseeing program.

       

      Can I just do the first half of the tour?

      Unfortunately, no. All or nothing due to limited space.

       

      How much leisure vs education is planned?

      We’ve tried to strike a good balance and it will depend a bit on how in depth you go at the trade shows. You can choose to forgo trade show days for leisure activities or you can make the most of the shows. We have two orchard tour days planned and of course time with your industry colleagues is invaluable.

       

      Do I need to be a member?

      YES you must be an IFTA member before you sign up for this tour for your registration to be valid.

    • DETAILED ITINERARY and trip brochure

      Get all the program details plus registration information.

    • Enhance Your Experience

      Make the most of your journey to Northern Italy!

      Florence Add On

      November 11—13, 2020

      Arrive early in Italy for a long weekend in Tuscany! Spend two nights in Florence at a charming and well located hotel. Enjoy a special welcome dinner, a guided tour of Florence, wine tasting in Chianti, lunch at a family run agriturismo and a visit to a unique, breathtaking castle.

      Tour Extensions

      Two 3-night options offered!
      November 21—24, 2020

      Extend your travels and sightsee with other IFTA members. Into the Alps: travel through the Alps to Innsbruck by train and then onward to Munich. Visit castles and Christmas markets. Venetian Immersion: relax in the scenic Prosecco hills, visit an artisanal cheese maker, and stay in captivating Venice.

      Click here for details!

      Companion Tour

      $495 supplement

      Bring a partner to enjoy the tour with you and partake in the Companion Sightseeing tour. This add-on package features 6 days of leisure activities including meals, a cooking class, museum admission, wine tasting, private guides, and much more.

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