2020 DELUXE OPERA & MUSIC FESTIVAL TOURS - International Curtain Call

GRAND ITALY FESTIVAL TOUR VENICE – VERONA – MILAN (June 30 - July 13, 2020) Friday, July 3: VENICE (La Fenice) (B) ACCADEMIA AND GUGGENHEIM ART MUSEUMS TOUR: After Buffet Breakfast on the Danieli Terrace, we meet our Guide at the Danieli Lobby, and take our PRIVATE BOAT to: The Accademia Museum, for our tour of its Historical Art Collection. Then, we stroll to the Guggenheim House and Museum to see its interesting Collection. The afternoon is free to browse, shop and have an Independent Lunch. Evening—Tonight, we meet in the Danieli Lobby, and stroll to TEATRO LA FENICE to attend Handel's RINALDO, featuring Iervolino, Semenzato, Remigio, Patucelli; Cortellazzzi/ Marcon (Teatro La Fenice). VENICE CANAL Tuesday-Wed., June 30-July 1: (D) Departure from your Get-Away City on your Flight to VENICE. Upon arrival - you'll arrange your Boat transfer to our 5-Star DELUXE HOTEL DANIELI, located next to the San Marco Square and the Grand Lagoon. [Or International Curtain Call– on request will arrange Private transfer for you at cost] Evening— On this, our first evening– We meet and greet each other at the Danieli Lobby. We'll then proceed to the lovely Danieli Terazza Rooftop Restaurant for our WELCOME DINNER with wine. Thursday, July 2: (B) VENICE WALKING TOUR: After Buffet Breakfast on the Danieli Terrace with a gorgeous view of the Lagoon—we meet our Venetian Guide, for our Guided Tour of the VENICE Highlights: San Marco Square; San Marco Church, our Secret Tour through the Doge’s Palace– and the Palazzo Dungeons. We then stroll to the Bridge Of Sighs, and if time, to the Rialto. Evening— Tonight, we meet in the Danieli Lobby, and stroll to TEATRO LA FENICE OPERA HOUSE to attend Donizetti's ROBERTO DEVEREUX, featuring Montegna, Jorstad; Scala, Luongo/ Frizza (Teatro La Fenice). GUGGENHEIM MUSEUM Saturday, July 4: (B, D) FREE DAY: Today is free to explore Venice on our own, enjoy its many sights and pre-pack for our departure to Verona the next day. Evening—This evening, we meet in the Lobby and stroll across St. Marks Square to the popular Ristorante Antico Pignolo for our FAREWELL VENICE DINNER with Wine. After Dinner, we stroll back to the Danieli. TEATRO LA FENICE VERONA (Arena Di Verona) VERONA Sunday, July 5: (B, D) Monday, July 6: (B) After Breakfast, we board our Boat to Tronchetto to meet our Coach for the drive to the lovely historic town of VERONA, set on the Banks of the River Adige, arriving at our 5-Star DELUXE DUE TORRI HOTEL, formerly a Palace of the Scala Family, near the Verona Center and within easy walking distance of the shopping street Via Mazzini, and the Arena Di Verona. The afternoon is at leisure. Evening– This evening, we meet in the Due Torri Lobby and stroll to its elegant Impero Dining Room to enjoy our VERONESE DINNER with Wine. After Dinner, we'll stroll together to the ARENA DI VERONA to attend: Verdi's AIDA (Arena Di Verona). [Cast To Be Announced] GUIDED VERONA TOUR After Buffet Breakfast in the Due Torri, we meet our Veronese Guide, Dr. Cecilia Castagna & board our Coach for our Tour of VERONA: First, we drive to the Church on the hills above Verona, to see its beautiful Panorama sights. Next- to the BASILICA SAN ZENO, famous for its 12th century Bronze-Engraved doors telling the stories of the Old and New Testaments. We continue to the Fortress-Castelvecchio for a lovely view of Verona; and by Teatro Romano, still used for Shakespeare plays. Our Coach takes us to the Old Town– for our walking tour of the VERONA CENTER. We'll visit the Scaligeri Tombs showing the power of the ancient rulers; the Romeo and Juliet Houses, Piazza Bra, surrounding the impressive Arena Di Verona where Verona's Annual Opera Festival takes place; the Piazza Erbe (Old Fruit Market) and Piazza Dante.

Evening—FREE EVENING in Verona, perhaps to try one of its lovely Resaurants or dine at the Piazza Bra surrounding the Arena. Tuesday, July 7: (B, L) LAKE GARDA–SIRMIONE VILLAGE: After Buffet Breakfast in the Due Torri, we board our Coach and drive to SIRMIONE– the old Walled-Fortress town at picturesque Lake Garda. We'll have our Private Boat Cruise on lovely Lake Garda, seeing the beautiful Peninsula around the Lake, the Catullus Caves (Roman Villa ruins) and Maria Callas' former house. After our Cruise– we have free time to visit Sirmione– See the Catullus Caves, have a coffee, or walk through this quaint walledtown to see its stores and do some shopping. We then drive to Vallegio for our ITALIAN LUNCHEON FIESTA with Wine at the popular Ristorante Antica Locanda Mincio, a lovely setting on the Banks of the River Mincio, featured in Gourmet Magazine and well-known for its tasty home-made Tortellini. Evening– Tonight we meet in the Due Torri Lobby and stroll to the Arena to attend the PLACIDO DOMINGO GALA (Arena Di Verona). ARENA DI VERONA Thursday, July 9: FREE DAY: Our last day in Verona is free to shop, explore this lovely town, or pre-pack for our departure to Milan the following day. Evening—This evening, we'll meet in the Due Torri Lobby and proceed to its Ristorante Impero – for our FAREWELL VERONESE DINNER with Wine. After Dinner, we'll stroll to the ARENA DI VERONA to attend: Verdi's NABUCCO (Arena Di Verona). [Cast To Be Announced] MILAN (Teatro Alla Scala) Friday, July 10: SIRMIONE Wednesday, July 8: (B, Opt. L) FREE DAY - OR OPTIONAL MANTUA EXCURSION: For those choosing Mantua– we drive to nearby Mantua for a Guided Tour of the Palazzo Ducale, site of Verdi's Rigoletto, seeing important Montegna works. We then drive to Tour Palazzo Del Te, famous for its Frescoes. LUNCHEON with wine is provided at the popular Cigno Del Martini Ristorante Evening—We meet in the Due Torri Lobby and stroll to the ARENA to attend Mascagni's CAVALLERIA RUSTICANA & Leoncavallo's I PAGLIACCI (Arena Di Verona–Cast To Be Announced). (B, D) (B) After Breakfast at the Due Torri, we board our Coach for the Drive to Milan, arriving at our 5-Star DELUXE HOTEL WESTIN PALACE, located near the Center, within reasonable walking distance of La Scala, and the Duomo. Evening—This evening, we meet in the Palace Lobby; and board our Coach to drive to La Scala Opera - for our Pre-Opera Complimentary Cocktail – and then attend Verdi's UN BALLO IN MASCHERA, featuring Hernandez, Urmana; Sartori/ Mehta (Teatro Alla Scala). After"Ballo", we return by coach to the Palace. Saturday, July 11: Then- our VIP Tour of La Scala Museumseeing its collections, costumes, memorabilia of Scala productions and famous singers. We'll then drive to RISTORANTE DON LISANDER for our LUNCHEON with Wine. After Lunch, our coach returns us to the Palace. Evening—Tonight, we'll meet in the Palace Lobby and board our Coach to drive to LA SCALA OPERA - for our Pre-Opera Complimentary Cocktail – and then attend Verdi's LA TRAVIATA, featuring Rebeka; Meli, Nucci/ Mehta. (Teatro Alla Scala). Sunday, July 12: (B, D) FREE DAY: Our last day in Milan, to explore the city on our own, visit the renowned PINACOTECA DI BRERA , known for its excellent collection of Italian Medieval & Renaissance Art, shop and do some pre-packing for our return home the next day. Evening– This evening. we meet in the Palace Lobby and stroll to its IL CIGNI Private Dining Room for our FAREWELL DINNER with Wine. Monday, July 13: (B) After Buffet Breakfast at the Palace– *We'll each arrange our Independent Transfer to the MALPENSA or LINATE AIRPORT for our return flights home. [*Or International. Curtain Call- at your request will arrange a Private transfer for you at cost.] (B, L) MILAN CITY TOUR: After Buffet Breakfast at the Palace- we meet our Milanese Guide Margherita Pignatel and board our Coach– First visiting: The CHURCH SANTA MARIA DELLA GRAZIA-to see Da Vinci’s Masterpiece– "Last Supper”. Next – We'll drive to Milan’s famous CATHEDRAL, one of the finest Gothic Architectures in Italy, to tour the Cathedral and visit the impressive Galleria. We then enter La Scala Opera House- for our VIP Private Backstage Tour- led by the knowledgable Francine Garino- seeing the sets, costumes, stage machinery and stage. MILAN CATHEDRAL * Land Price: 8,350 Single Supplement: 1,765 * Excluding Airfare

ENGLAND FESTIVALS: LONDON ROYAL OPERA, GARSINGTON & GLYNDEBOURNE (July 13 - 26, 2020) LONDON (Royal Opera) & GARSINGTON FESTIVAL Evening—This evening, we'll meet in the Mayfair Lobby and board our Coach to drive to the ROYAL OPERA HOUSE–Covent Garden, to attend Puccini's TOSCA, featuring Netrebko; Jagde, Terfel/ Pappano (Royal Opera House). After "Tosca" we're returned to the May Fair. Thursday, July 16: LONDON - BIG BEN & PARLIAMENT Monday-Tuesday, July 13-14: (D) Departure from your Get - Away City on your Flight to LONDON HEATHROW. Upon arrival - you'll independently transfer to our 5-Star DELUXE MAYFAIR HOTEL, located in exclusive Mayfair in the Heart of London's West End, near Picadilly and important shops. [Or International Curtain Call- on request will arrange a Private transfer at cost] The May Fair had a 70M refurbishment - its Lobby furnished by t leading designersSofas and chairs by Fendi, Chandeliers by Baccarat and Paintings by St. Petersburg. Evening— This evening, we meet and greet each other in the May Fair Lobby, and proceed to one of its Private Dining Rooms for our WELCOME DINNER with wine. Wednesday, July 15: (B) TOWER OF LONDON & ST PAUL'S: After English Breakfast at the May Fair- we meet our Guide and board our Coach– First driving to: The TOWER OF LONDON-built by William the Conqueror - to see the Prisons, housing famous patriots and Royal Monarchs. Then we see the incredible Crown Jewels. Next – We'll drive to the Landmark ST. PAUL'S CATHEDRAL- one of the most famous and recognizable sights of London. With its awe-inspiring interior and great dome, it is definitely one of London's major architectural masterpieces. (B, L) TATE & TATE MODERN MUSEUMS: After our English Breakfast in the May Fair, we board our Private Coach for the drive to: TATE MUSEUM- to see its extensive Permanent British Art Collection from 1500 to today– fine works of Hogarth, Reynolds, Gainsborough, Constable and Turner. We then Board the Tate Boat for a short Cruise on the River Thames- to the TATE MODERN MUSEUM to see its Modern Art Collection– including works by Picasso, Rothko, Matisse, Beuys, and Surrealism works. We'll then drive to Shakespeare's Old Globe Theater for a backstage tour; and then enter the charming SWAN RESTAURANT above the Globe for our LUNCHEON with Wine. Evening—Tonight is a Free Evening–to explore the lovely Mayfair Area or Picadilly; or try another Restaurant on our own. Friday, July 17: (B) FREE DAY IN LONDON: To enjoy the Parks, shop and explore the city at will. Evening: This evening, we'll meet in the MayFair Lobby and board our Coach for the drive to the ROYAL OPERA HOUSE to attend Puccini's MADAMA BUTTERFLY, featuring Jaho, De Shong; Puente, Finley, Bosi/ Pappano (Royal Opera House). After "Butterfly" we return to the May Fair. TOWER OF LONDON BUCKINGHAM PALACE Saturday, July 18: (B, D) GARSINGTON OPERA FESTIVAL This morning is free at leisure after our English Breakfast in the May Fair. Afternoon—This afternoon, we meet in the May Fair Lobby and board our Coach for the drive to the GARSINGTON OPERA FESTIVAL at Wormsley, to attend Dvorak's RUSALKA, featuring Romaniw/ Boyd (Garsington Opera Festival–Wormsley). We will enjoy DINNER with Wine during the intervals between the Acts at the lovely Marquis Long Room Restaurant at Garsington. Sunday, July 19: (B) BUCKINGHAM PALACE; AND WESTMINSTER ABBEY: After our English Breakfast, we meet our Guide and board our Coach for the drive to BUCKINGHAM PALACE, official Residence of Britain's Sovereigns since 1837, for a visit of its interior. Following that, we'll take our place outside the Palace to view the traditional Changing of the Guards. We'll next drive to WESTMINSTER ABBEY- for an extensive Tour of the historic Abbey- an Architectural Masterpiece of the 13th - 16th centuries- the shrine of St. Edward the Conqueror, and the traditional place of Coronation, Royal Weddings and burials of English Monarchs- seeing the Monarchs' Tombs and important elements of the Abbey. Evening—Tonight, we meet in the May Fair Lobby and board our Coach for the drive to the ROYAL OPERA HOUSE to attend Verdi's DON CARLO, Featuring Gerezmava, Garanca; Fabiano, Domingo, Furlanetto/ Farnes (Royal Opera House). After "Don Carlo", we return to the May Fair.

Monday, July 20: (B) CHURCHILL WAR ROOMS: After English Breakfast at the May Fair, we meet our Guide and board our Coach for the drive to to the historic CHURCHILL WAR ROOMS for an extensive Tour and explanation of these historic rooms, and to see how Sir Winston and his staff operated to save the country during World War II. [Note: If available, we may also arrange an inside Guided Tour of Parliament] After our visit, our Coach returns us to the May Fair. Evening– Free Evening in London; OR OPTIONAL ATTENDANCE of a hit London Musical at a West End Theater– most probably the current production of Les Miserables (Sondheim Theater). Tuesday, July 21: (B, D) FREE DAY IN LONDON: To explore London, do some shopping, and pre-pack for our departure for Eastbourne. Evening—Tonight, we meet in the May Fair Lobby and board our Coach to drive to the traditional Royal Overseas Club for our FAREWELL LONDON DINNER with Wine. GLYNDEBOURNE FESTIVAL Wednesday, July 22: (B, D) EAST SUSSEX– EASTBOURNE : After English Breakfast at the May Fair, we board our Coach for the drive to East Sussex, arriving at our 5-Star Deluxe EASTBOURNE GRAND HOTEL, by the Sea, a Victorian-Style Grand Resort Hotel. The afternoon is at leisure to relax and unpack until our Dinner this evening. Evening– We meet in the Grand Lobby and procced to its elegant Garden Room for our WELCOME EASTBOURNE DINNER with Wine. EASTBOURNE GRAND HOTEL Afternoon/Evening—This evening, we return to the GLYNDEBOURNE OPERA, to attend Mozart's ENTFUHRÜNG AUS DEM SERAIL, featuring Oropesa, Takala; Mitterrutzner, Adam, Jerkunica/ Carter (Glyndebourne Opera Festival). During the Intervals between the Acts, our DINNER with Wine is provided for us at Glyndebourne's“Nether Wallop Carvary". Saturday, July 25: BRIGHTON ROYAL PAVILLION Thursday, July 23: (B, D) BRIGHTON ROYAL PAVILLION: After English Breakfast at the Grand, we meet our Guide and board our Coach for the drive to BRIGHTON- the lovely Seaside Resort- to visit the iconic Royal Pavillion– a distinctive Asian-style Palace built for King George IV, whose rooms and Gardens are fully restored. We'll then have a stroll around Brighton. We return to Eastbourne with time for an Independent light Lunch at the Grand, or the nearby Italian Restaurant- Locanda Del Duca. Afternoon/Evening—This afternoon, we meet in the Grand Lobby and drive to the GLYNDEBOURNE OPERA FESTIVAL with time to stroll around and explore the lovely Glyndebourne Grounds. Then- we enter the Glyndebourne Opera Theater to attend the New Production of Handel's ALCINA, featuring Mkhita, Stephany, Minasyan, Miles; Pierce, Amereau, Giu/ Capuano (Glyndebourne Opera Festival). During the long interval between the Acts, we will enjoy a Bistro-style DINNER at Glyndebourne's"Mildmay Restaurant". (B, D) Today is free to enjoy Eastbourne and its seaside, and pre-pack for our return home the next day. Afternoon/Evening—This afternoon, we meet in the Grand Lobby, and board our Coach for our return to the GLYNDEBOURNE OPERA FESTIVAL to attend the New Production of Beethoven's FIDELIO, featuring Bell, Gansch; Philip, Buratto, Atkins, Kupfer, White/ Ticciati (Glyndebourne Opera Festival). During the Intervals between the Acts, our DINNER with wine is provided for us, at the fine Glyndebourne Gourmet Restaurant “Middle & Over Wallap". Sunday, July 26: (B) After English Breakfast at the Eastbourne Grand, we meet our Hostess in the Grand Lobby and board our Coach for the transfer to LONDON'S HEATHROW AIRPORT, for our return flights home. [*Note– As it is a 2 hour or more drive, Air Flights should be booked for late afternoon or the evening]. Friday, July 24: (B, D) FREE DAY; OR OPTIONAL LEWES CASTLE TOUR: For those choosing this Option: After English Breakfast in the Grand, we meet our Guide and board our Coach for the drive to Lewes Castle. LEWES CASTLE stands at the highest point of Lewes, East Sussex, on an artificial mound constructed with Chalk Blocks. The Castle was built in 1069 by William de Warenne, 1st Earl of Surrey, the son-in-law of William the Conqueror. We'll have a Guided Tour of the interesting extensive Castle Interior. We then return to the Eastbourne Grand, with time for an Independent Light Lunch; or to relax and prepare for the Glyndebourne Performance of “Serail” this evening. GLYNDEBOURNE OPERA HOUSE * Land Price: 8,990 Single Supplement: 1,810 * Excluding Airfare

SALZBURG FESTIVAL (August 23-31, 2020) Tuesday, August 25: SALZBURG FESTIVAL SALZBURG PANORAMA Saturday-Sunday, August 22-23: (D) Departure from your Get – Away City on your Flight to SALZBURG. *Upon arrival -you'll independently arrange your transfer from the Airport to our 5-Star DELUXE HOTEL SHERATON GRAND SALZBURG, beautifully situated in the "Old Town", next to the magnificent Mirabell Gardens and Palace [*Or International Curtain Call- at your request will arrange a Private transfer for you, at cost] As we enjoy our Buffet Breakfasts each morning at its Mirabell Dining Room or Terrace, we have lovely views of the Mirabell Gardens, and can easily have a short stroll from the Sheraton Terrace through the lovely Gardens. Evening— On this, our first evening in Salzburg, we meet in the Sheraton Lobby and stroll to its lovely Mirabell Dining Room for our WELCOME DINNER with wine. After Dinner, the rest of the evening is at leisure, to stroll through the town, or have a good sleep to get over Jet lag. MIRABELL GARDENS –VIEW TO FORTRESS SALZBURG CATHEDRAL Monday, August 24: (B) SALZBURG WALKING TOUR: After Buffet Breakfast at the Sheraton- we meet our long-time Guide Heidi Federle for an interesting walking tour of SALZBURG. We'll first stroll through the gorgeous MIRABELL GARDENS and enter the PALACE, seeing its grand Foyer and the Grand Staircase where many young couples have their wedding. We'll then continue our stroll through the quaint old Cobblestone Streets, to the "Old Town" LINZERSTRASSE ("Old Roman Road"), and proceed to the main Cemetery and its historic Mausoleum. We'll see some important burial sites, including the burial site of Mozart's Widow Costanza and her family. We then cross over the Salzach River to the Center, to first visit the Cathedral where Mozart was baptized. Next– the Collegiate Church; and the Residenz–Archbishop's Palace. If time permits, we can visit its Royal Apartments. Then– the Old Town Squares, Festival Theaters where our Festival performances take

2020 DELUXE OPERA & MUSIC FESTIVAL TOURS PRAGUE & VIENNA (June 17 - July 1, 2020) GRAND ITALY FESTIVALS: VENICE - VERONA - MILAN (June 30 - July 13, 2020) ENGLAND FESTIVALS: LONDON - GARSINGTON & GLYNDEBOURNE FESTIVALS (July 13 - 26, 2020) . After our tour, we'll have time for an .