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I will fly into Rome in Dec. I will have two weeks to stay in Italy. Where should I go as far as other cities and sights. I am not really on a budget, but would like to make it to Milan and maybe Florence. Is there a good Itinary for the 12 days I will be in the area?
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What is the best time to travel to Italy with our children ages 10 and 6 next Feb 2009? Where to go and what tours to take?
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GORPtravel Adventure Trips & Guided Tours

Italy Family Adventure
Gap Adventures
from $2299, 10 days
From Roman Gladiators to medieval fortresses, join us on a fun-filled trip through Italy - built for families! Visit the birthplace of the mythical...
Around the Bay of Naples Family Holiday
Adventure Center
from $1348, 8 days
Enjoy one of the great Mediterranean cities & its surrounding bay - full of history, culture and wonderful Italian food. ...
Italy Family Adventure
Intrepid Travel
from $2195, 14 days
From glorious Rome and the seaside fun of the Cinque Terre, to the lovely lakes region and fab Florence, this Family Adventure is brimming with...
Central Europe Family Adventure
Intrepid Travel
from $2555, 15 days
From the bear statues of Berlin to the fairytale castles of Cesky Krumlov and the thrills of an Austrian fun park, this is a Central European...
Tuscan Family Fantasy
Ciclismo Classico
from $3895, 8 days
The fascinating history, warm sun, breathtaking beauty and sumptuous cuisine of Tuscany converge in this enriching vacation for friends and family of...

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Gear

Squishy Bowls
Portable, packable dining ware
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The Family Traveler
Breaking the Mold
Leave the hand-me-down gear inherited from distant relatives in the Goodwill box and opt for some of the industry’s best in kid’s ski and snowboard apparel. Because as long as they’re warm, they’re happy.
Beyond the Mini-Van: Family Road-Trippin' Essentials
Make the next family road trip even easier with this can't-miss list of indispensable gear items.

Fitness

Fat Boy Slim
outside
Fight those calories: Choose bananas, not Big Macs, for the road

Attractions

Piazza San Marco

St. Mark's Square
Venice 30124 Italy

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Galleria dell'Accademia (Academy Gallery)

Via Ricasoli 58-60
Florence, Italy

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Though tour-bus crowds flock here just for Michelangelo's David, anyone with more... Read More

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Crypts & Catacombs Tour

Piazza Barberini
Rome, Italy

Description: Guests have the opportunity to visit the most interesting and mystifying sites of underground Rome in either group or private tours. ... Read More

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