1. [Click here to enter school name] [Click here to enter dates of visit] Visit to [Rome]

2. Our [Rome] Visit Today’s presentation will cover the following: About European Study Tours Safety and Financial Security Visit Overview Destination Map Visit Objectives What is There to See and Do? Our Accommodation and Meal Arrangements Travel Tips What’s Included? Next Steps Any Questions? Further Information

3. About European Study Tours  Established in 1983  Part of the Education Division of the European specialist holiday group, Holidaybreak plc.  Based in Hertford  Offering tailored educational tours and student conferences for schools, colleges and universities in the UK, Europe and Worldwide.  Known for its excellent levels of service, specialised knowledge and experienced staff.

4. Safety & Financial Security European Study Tours offers complete peace of mind when placing a booking: Our Safety Management System European Study Tours’ Safety Management System is externally verified each year. This covers all of your arrangements, including transport, accommodation, visits and 24-hour contact whilst on your tour. School Travel Forum European Study Tours is a founder member of The School Travel Forum which is made up of the leading school tour operators in the UK who promote good practice and safety in school travel. We adhere to a rigorous Code of Practice which meets the requirements of the DCSF and Scottish Executive guidelines. Supported by:

5. Safety & Financial Security European Study Tours offers complete peace of mind when placing a booking: Association of British Travel Agents Members offer consistently high standards of trading practice meaning financial arrangements are completely secure. Air Travel Organisers’ Licensing ATOL licences are issued by the Civil Aviation Authority, a bond which guarantees financial protection for you.

6. We will depart from [location] by [transport type] on [date]. We will stay at [name of accommodation] in [location] for [number] nights, and will return home on [date] by [transport type]. Delete this text box and the images that are not applicable to your visit, then resize the remaining image(s)

7. Destination Map

8. Visit Objectives [Click here to add your objectives for your visit]

9. Visit Objectives “ We believe that every young person should experience the world beyond the classroom as an essential part of learning and personal development, whatever their age, ability and circumstances.” Learning Outside the Classroom Manifesto, DCSF (formerly DfES)

10. What is There to See and Do? The Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel The Vatican Museums house one of the finest art collections in the world. Marvel at St. Peter’s Square and the Oberlisk, the Papal Swiss Guards, the Sistine Chapel and the Basilica of Saint Peters. At 11am on Wednesdays the pope addresses his flock from St Peters Basilica (Castel Gandofolo in July and August), and on Sundays at noon at selected times of the year. As Vatican City attracts up to 20,000 visitors per day pre booking is essential.

11. What is There to See and Do? Colosseum The Colosseum was built during the reign of Emperor Vespasiano c. 72 AD and dedicated in 80 AD by his son Titus. The popular name of Coliseum came about because the immense oval stadium was situated next to a colossal statue of Nero. The original name of this ancient Roman sports arena, the largest arena of its kind, is The Amphitheatrum Flavium.

12. What is There to See and Do? Borghese Museum and Gallery The Borghese villa and its small palace were constructed at the beginning of the 17 th century in an area then occupied by orchards and vineyards, evidence of which can still be seen today. It exemplifies the style of villa owned by a great Roman family at that period. The Gallery contains works by Raffaello, Canova, Bernini and Romano.

13. What is There to See and Do? Roman Forum This sprawl of ancient ruins used to be the centre of life in Rome during the Roman Empire with public squares, temples and law courts. The oldest and most important structures of the ancient city are located at the Roman Forum. The forum also served as a city square and central hub where the people of Rome gathered for justice and faith. It was also the economic hub of the city and considered to be the centre of the Republic and Empire. What

14. What is There to See and Do? Imperial Forums The Imperial Forums, around 1AD, where the centre of Roman society and consisted of temples and public squares. Nowadays all that remains are ruins, although it is still a very impressive site.

15. What is There to See and Do? Day Trip to Assisi Approximately 90 miles north of Rome, in the rolling hills of Umbria, stands the exceptionally well preserved medieval town of Assisi. Known primarily as the birthplace of St. Francis (1182-1226 AD), the town has been a sacred place since long before the Franciscan era. The Basilica of San Francesco, one of Italy's foremost monuments, was built between 1228 and 1253 AD.

16. What is There to See and Do? Day Trip to Tivoli Tivoli is located not far from Rome, Italy. Known as Tibur in ancient times, Tivoli was a favourite resort for Roman travellers, and home to Villa Adriana (Hadrian's Villa). It took ten years to complete the largest and most sumptuous palace in the Roman Empire (135 AD). Built on Roman ruins in 1550, the nearby Villa d'Este boasts one of the finest gardens in all of Italy. It's a magical place where five hundred fountains keep tons of water flowing.

17. What is There to See and Do? Christian Catacombs In Rome there is miles of catacombs holding thousands of dead. Many of these date from 4 BC and the bones of early saints and popes are held in some of them. Like the catacombs found in Paris, this is a popular visiting place. The most popular of these are San Callisto and San Sebastiano, both located on the old Appian Way. The other Catacombs consist of, Priscilla's Catacombs, Domitilla's Catacombs and Sant'Agnese's Catacombs.

18. Our Accommodation and Meal Arrangements [Click to add accommodation name] [Click here to add website address] [Click here to add information about your accommodation (e.g. location, full-board/half board/room only, facilities available, etc.] Meal Arrangements [If half-board or room only, enter information about your other meal arrangements here. If full-board, delete this section]. Note: If any dietary requirements need to be catered for, please let me know in advance.

19. Travel Tips Passport: All students travelling must hold a full passport. [In this space, please enter any visa requirements for the country your group is visiting, including any countries en-route. It is imperative that you advise students and parents on whether visas will be required. If you have any doubts, please contact the relevant embassy to check visa requirements, especially for non-British nationals. This could equally be relevant for British nationals dependent on the destination. You will need to apply in good time, as non-issue of visas is not covered under the cancellation section of your insurance, and you may not be allowed to travel as a result.] [If you will have a Collective Passport for your group, please say so here.] If you have any doubts about passports or visa requirements, please see me at the end of this presentation.

20. Travel Tips Money: The currency in [destination] is the [XXX]. We recommend that students take [£XXX] with them on the visit in [cash/travellers cheques].

21. Travel Tips What to take on the trip:  [Click here to add information]

22. Travel Tips European Health Insurance Cards (EHIC) All NST tours are covered by travel insurance, but in addition all travellers should carry a European Health Insurance card. The new EHIC replaced the old E111 form in September 2005. Eligible group members will need to have the EHIC to benefit from the reciprocal health arrangements that have been established within the European Union and Switzerland. If required, card holders can receive medical treatment free of charge whilst on their visit, avoiding the need to claim back money from insurers. Children/wards are covered by a parent’s/guardian’s card. The card is valid for up to 5 years and there is no charge. Forms are available from Post Offices or on-line from www.dh.gov.uk/travellers.

23. What’s Included? The visit cost of [£XXXpp] includes:  Return transportation by [transport type]  [Number] night’s [full-board/half-board/room only accommodation]  Travel insurance  [Visits and entrance fees]  [City guide]

24. Next Steps First deposit: If you wish to join this visit, can you please let me know by [date]. I will require an initial [£XXX] deposit to secure your booking at this stage. Second deposit: I will require your second deposit of [£XXX] by [date]. Final payment : The balance of the visit will need to be paid in full by [date] with a final payment of [£XXX]. Once first deposits are paid, I will work with European Study Tours to put together a tailor-made itinerary to ensure we get the most out of our time away. As discussed earlier in this presentation, you will need to ensure that all passport and visa requirements are satisfied. If you have any doubts, please see me as soon as possible.

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26. We hope you will join us on our European Study Tours visit to Paris!

27. Further Information For further information about European Study Tours please visit www.euro-study-tours.co.uk