Deposits are now being accepted for the April 2006 Italy Trip. We just got back from Italy and it truly was the experience of a lifetime. If you have the opportunity, just go. There are not enough words to express the emotions felt from being there, especially with such incredible company to share the trip. We are still overwhelmed. You'll know what we mean when you return from Italy yourself.

We only have 10 rooms available so let us know!
We all have to thank Doyle and Linda for making it so special and Safra, who's hospitality was greatly appreciated. It is good to be in the family.

Pictures from our trip will be on the website soon.

James Kirkpatrick, SOIP Decoration Academy, ATL

James,
Please post what the current cost is for the trip for us and spouses and what the dates will be. When you have children in school a lot more planning is needed than when you're single or married without bambinos.
Thanks,
Debra

Great news!

Doyle has kept the same cost for 06'! No price increase. Thanks Doyle and Linda!

So, $2400 for Certified Applicators and $1000 for spouses. Deposit is $1200 plus $500 if you bring your spouse. Applicators are responsible for their airfare and that of their spouse. The price includes training at Safra and hotel for the dates listed.

We are staying in VERONA! Here is the hotel link...http://www.hotelcapuleti.it/eng/index.html
The hotel is right next to Juliet's house and very close to the Arena. The area is truly amazing. We'll be visiting Venice and Mantova also, taking tours and enjoying each others company, besides being trained at Safra and touring the factory. You'll have plenty of opportunity for retail therapy!

The dates of the trip are 14th - 23rd in April 06' of course. If you have been planning on taking the trip in April, please call or email us. We are getting phone calls like wild and we do not want you to miss the trip when you want to take it. There are currently about 7 new class students that are about to put deposits down, inquiring about all the details. No pressure though...

James

Deposits have been made and their places secured for the 06' April Italy Trip:

James and Shayna Kirkpatrick
Suzi Wooldridge
Gail and Marcel Miller
Lori Blomstrom and Donnamarie Mazzola
Nico and Cindy Strauss
Regina Garay and family member

Two other applicators are sending deposits bringing daughters and spouse. That's 16 people already! It's going to be a big group so we're very excited!!!! Come with us if you can.

That means 2 spots left when we get the other deposits.

Who's next? Vallie???
Stan the man???
Ken???
Debra???
Dan Mc???

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It's official. Italy Class for April 06 is full.

Thank you for everyone who wanted to go in the spring although there are spaces available for the October trip!

To those who are going in April...YEEEEEEEHAWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW!

What did I miss? Who is going in April?
Ken.

Well, I'M going in April and am thrilled beyond words! Huge thanks to Shayna and James for answering a long list of questions and signing me up for the Atlanta and Verona classes!

Ditto to all of you regulars on the public forum who have unwittingly provided invaluable information as well. LOVE viewing each of your photo galleries. Nancy, your web design alone is noteworthy.

James .. YEEEEEHAWWWWWWW? Sounds Tex-as-talian to me! 'Looking forward to receiving more info on the Italy trip so as to plan for an extended stay and Eurail excursions.

I hope in time to earn my place amongst the fine artisans in this group.

Suzi W.

Ken,
My husband and I are going in April also...Yiippeeee!

gigi

James,
Are there two Gail Millers? Just curious...

gigi

Gigi,
Sorry we couldn't go along in April,but there are some big things in the wind and I wouldn't have been able to get away.
How has it been going sense April?You can always email sometime.
Take care.
Ken.

gigi,

only one that I know of!

James, any updates regarding extending the hotel stay in Verona? 'Getting ready to book my flights. 3 more months!!!

We checked the other day and spring deals are starting to surface for March flights. So I would imagine if we all waited a little bit longer, we will be able to get some flights in the $400-$600 range. Trouble is, being patient is not one of my virtues!!!

Good info, Lori! What airline? 'Still seeing fares in the $1000 range via Continental & British Air from Houston.

James

I need an update on class info for Italy....what airline, when are we to arrive? My husband wants to know what the spouses will be doing while we are in class. He wants to bring the kids...but i told him I don't know about that!

gigi