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NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gra-tuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not men-tioned in this brochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personalnature.MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to retainany person as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whosephysical or mental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, sub-ject only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to theunused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, in-cluding without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be ac-companied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be totally responsible forproviding all required assistance.AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Travel is based on Ad-vance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket pricemay be levied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in whichcase penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed orcanceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged thehigher, all year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE RE-QUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to maketheir own airline reservations independently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees orpenalties incurred as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airlineschedule(s).CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancellations for any reasonwhatsoever will be subject to a $250 per person cancellation fee. Cancellation from 120 days to 76days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75days to 30 days, 50% of the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the time of depar-ture will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCEIS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must besubmitted in writing to AHI International Corporation.BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the class of service flown.Details will be provided with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are subject tochange by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/over-weight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe accordingly.Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS - On occasion, AHI Travel ob-tains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or video images of passengers and tripactivities. 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Dear Alumni and Friends,

We invite you to discover Sorrento and the magic of theAmalfi Coast, a fabled land of turquoise seas, azure skies and colorful villages clinging to the coast. Step back in time at the ancient ruins of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Paestum. Cruise thesparkling blue waters to the isle of Capri to see its natural wonders. Home to Ulysses’ mythical sirens, the Amalfi Coast still calls out to visitors with its incredible beauty.

Travel experts have meticulously planned this exciting program, which showcases the highlights of Campania and theAmalfi Coast. Enjoy preferred access to popular attractionsand an exclusive educational program that will enhance your appreciation of the people and the culture. Our educational program features expert local speakers and is the hallmark ofour Alumni Campus Abroad programs.

This trip combines the security, ease and value of group travelwith opportunities for independent exploration. You will enjoythe camaraderie of traveling with a group of like-minded peopleand, during your free time, feel the thrill of making your own discoveries!

Space on this amazing journey is limited to 36 travelers. Besure to make your reservations today.

Go Green!

Regina Cross Travel CoordinatorMichigan State University Alumni Association

We strongly suggest purchasing travel insurance. Travel insurance information will be sent to you with your confirmationletter from the MSU Alumni Association.

Top to bottom:

Flower, Amalfi Coast

Harvesting grapes, Amalfi

Doric temple, Paestum

Capri La Piazzetta, Capri

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Isle of Capri

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Amalfi Coast

LAND PROGRAMApril 4-11, 2013

Full Price Special Savings Special Price* $3,045 $250 $2,795*

*Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. VAT is an additional $125 per person.

AIR PROGRAMApril 3-11, 2013AHI Travel’s exclusive Air Program pro-vides special advantages for travelerswho are flying on our designated groupflights. Reserve your air with us to enjoya number of important services to helpensure a smooth and relaxing journey.We have negotiated special fares andbenefits with our airline partners.

AHI AIR BENEFITS•Arrival and Departure Transfersincluding baggage handling.

•Price Guarantee – protect yourself from fare and fuel surchargeincreases.

•Advance Seat Assignments onmost airlines.

•Group Discount Business ClassPrices on most airlines.

•Flexibility – Most programs do notrequire immediate ticketing, avoidingpenalties for cancellations or changesuntil the tickets are issued.

•A dedicated Passenger ServiceRepresentative – a single point ofcontact to assist you.

•Knowledgeable Air Agents willtrack your flights and assist with any lost baggage, flight delays or cancellations.

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Please contact 888-697-2863 or AHI Travel at 800-323-7373 with questions regarding this trip or to make a reservation. You may also call the MSU Alumni Association at 888-697-2863.

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� Please send me in for ma tion on up grad ing my flights.Please note: Air prices will be sent to you with your Reservation Confirmation andair schedule sent at 90 days before departure. International flight arrangementscan be canceled with no obligation up to 75 days before departure.

Land Program� I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. � Please call me/us to discuss my/our air options.� I prefer single accommodations at an additional $525 (limited availability).� I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one isavailable at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate befound, I understand the supplement will no longer apply.

Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first servedbasis. Reservations to be paid in full by January 18, 2013 (75 days prior to depar-ture). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by payment infull. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard or Visa. Makechecks payable to AHI International.

Travelers, whether alumni or friends, must be current MSUAA members to partici-pate in Association travel offerings. For more information on membership rates,call the MSU Alumni Association at 877-678-2586. You may also join on-line atwww.alumni.msu.edu. Tour reservations will be confirmed upon verification ofAlumni Association membership. Membership dues are non-refundable.

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Need pre- or post-trip assistance? If you are interested in making independent travel arrangements before and/orafter this program, please contact AHI Travel at 800-323-7373 no later than 60days prior to departure and they will be happy to assist you with your reservations.A nonrefundable service fee and additional air/land charges based on reservations apply.

Reserve your Sorrento trip today!

“It is a dream place

that isn’t quite real

when you are there

and becomes

beckoningly real

after you have gone.”

~ John Steinbeck,

American author, 1902-1968,

“Positano,”

Harper’s Bazaar, May 1953

“Italy is a dream

that keeps returning

for the rest of your life.”

~ Anna Akhmatova,

Russian poet, 1889-1966

“Here the beautie

of all the world

is gathered as

it were into a bundle.”

~ Fynes Moryson,

about Campania

“An Itinerary,” 1617

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SORRENTOA N DA N D TT H EH E DD I V I N EI V I N E AA M A L F IM A L F I CC O A S TO A S T

ACCOMMODATIONS

Ancient coin, PompeiiStatue, Sorrento

Along the coast of Campania, the sea sparkles with sunlight and citrus-scented Sorrento clings to a craggy cliff. Delight in the scenic grandeur of the Amalfi Coast, with its varied architecture and amazing vertical landscape. Admire the breathtakinglybeautiful scenery as you travel the serpentineAmalfi Drive that winds around towering cliffsand sandy coves, past charming villages andcolorful villas.

DAY ONEDepart your gateway city for Naples, Italy,aboard scheduled jet service.AAProvided for Air/Land participants

DAY TWOSORRENTO D Upon arrival, transferA to Sorrento and thefirst-class Hotel Plaza Sorrento, located juststeps away from the town’s main square.

Excursion: Getting to Know Sorrento.Take an orientation walk through Sorrento.

This evening, join your fellow travelers for aWelcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel.

DAY THREEPOSITANO AND AMALFI B/LEducational Focus: The History of Campania. Discuss the historical events andsignificance of the cities of Naples, Salerno,Paestum and Sorrento within Magna Grecia,as this ancient Greek colony was once known.

Excursion: The Amalfi Coast. Drive alongthe fabled Amalfi Coast. Enjoy

leisure time in Positano. InAmalfi, enjoy a walkthrough the town andsee the Duomo diSant’Andrea and the piazza.

Local Flavor:Enjoy lunchin Amalfi.

visit to this renowned museum by learningabout its collections of art and artifacts.

Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner at a restaurant in Sorrento.

DAY FIVENAPLES B/L/DExcursion: Naples and the MuseoArcheologico Nazionale. Enjoy apanoramic tour of the historic center ofNaples. Start at the top of Posillipo Hill for aview of the city and the entire Bay of Naples,then drive into the city and see Castel Nuovo,San Francesco di Paola, Teatro San Carlo andPiazza Plebiscito. Then travel back in timewith a visit to the Museo ArcheologicoNazionale in Naples. With its collection of art-work and various objects from Herculaneumand Pompeii, it is one of the most importantarchaeological museums in the world.

Local Flavor: At lunch, try a Neapolitan spe-cialty: pizza made in the famous local style.

Educational Focus: Mount Vesuvius.Learn about the tragic impact of the first-century eruption of Mount Vesuvius.

Local Flavor: A dinner of Italian specialtiesis served at a restaurant in Sorrento.

DAY SIXHERCULANEUMAND POMPEII B/L/DExcursion: The Wrath of Mount Vesuvius. Visit Herculaneum and Pompeii,which were destroyed when Mount Vesuviuserupted in A.D. 79. The small seaside townof Herculaneum was preserved by mudflowswhile Pompeii, the larger of the two cities,was covered by ash. Pompeii is known for itswell-preserved frescoes and mosaics.

Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurantnear Pompeii.

Local Flavor: Dinner tonight is served at arestaurant in Sorrento.

DAY SEVENISLE OF CAPRI B/LExcursion: Isle of Capri. Travel by hydrofoil to the enchanting isle of Capri.One of the world’s most glamorous places,

he stunning region of Campania,with its dazzling wealth of antiquitiesand breathtaking natural wonders,

has been home to writers, artists and emper-ors for more than 2,000 years. Discover themany treasures of this spectacular province,from the quaint cafés and lemon groves ofSorrento to the sun-drenched isle of Capri.Travel along the fabled Amalfi Coast wheremountains erupt from the Mediterranean andpastel-hued villages cling to their sides.

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

•Relax for seven nights in Sorrento, one of southern Italy’smost beloved resort towns.

•Admire the scenery and the picturesquetowns along the Amalfi Coast andvisit the celebrated town of Positano.

•Explore Campania, known as Italy’sbreadbasket. Visit a farm famous forthe regional specialty, buffalo mozzarella.

•Wander through the intriguing archaeological sites of Pompeiiand Herculaneaum.

•See the highlights of Naples and explore one of the best archaeologicalmuseums in the world.

•Visit the island of Capri, a popular resort in ancient Rome and today.

Alumni CampusAbroad® Advantages

The unique, value-added features of AlumniCampus Abroad® programs deliver an outstanding educational travel experience.

•A carefully selected hotel with comfortable accommodations is the perfect base for exploring the region’srenowned landmarks and off-the-beaten-path treasures while providingopportunities to immerse yourself in thelocal culture and lifestyle.

•Groups are limited to 36 travelersto maximize your travel experience.

•An extensive meal plan is seasonedwith traditional specialties.

•Meet the People opportunities allow you to interact with local residents and gain personal insight into theireveryday lives.

•Knowledgeable guides lead your excursions and local expertspresent insightful educational lectures.

•An experienced Campus Directorensures attentive service for the duration of your stay.

•All gratuities for excursion guides and drivers are included.

TDAY FOURPAESTUM B/L/DExcursion: Mozzarella di Bufala. Visit a dairy farm where mozzarella cheese is produced from the milk of buffalo, whichwere introduced to the area in the late 10thcentury. Enjoy a tasting of this famous cheese.

Excursion: Paestum. After being abandonedin the ninth century, this Greco-Roman citywas overgrown with vegetation and forgottenuntil the 18th century. See a variety of ruinsincluding three Doric temples, which aresome of the best-preserved examples ofGreek architecture outside of Greece.

Local Flavor and Educational Focus:Meet the People. Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in Paestum. Afterward, chat with local residents about life in Italy today.

Educational Focus: The National Archaeological Museum. Prepare for your

Accommodations•Spend seven nights in Sorrento at thefirst-class Hotel Plaza Sorrento.

Meals•Enjoy an extensive meal program,including seven breakfasts, five lunchesand five dinners. Tea or coffee is in-cluded with all meals, plus wine withdinner. Take advantage of leisure time totry local cuisine independently.

• Sample authentic regional specialties at local restaurants.

•Attend a special Welcome Receptionand Dinner.

•Gather for a Farewell Reception andGraduation Ceremony followed by aFarewell Dinner.

Your Exciting Travel Program(For full details please refer to the day-by-day itinerary.)• Informative educational programs,presented by local experts, will enhanceyour insight into the region.

•Personal VOX listening devicesallow you to hear every word from yourexpert English-speaking guides.

•All excursions:– Discover the allure of the Amalfi Coastwith visits to Positano and Amalfi.

– Drive along the serpentine stretch ofthe Amalfi Drive.

– Visit a working mozzarella farm andthe Doric temples of Paestum.

– Explore the bustling city of Naples andthe riches of Museo ArcheologicoNazionale.

– See the ancient ruins of Pompeii andHerculaneum.

– Cruise to the Isle of Capri.

Many Included Extras•Consultation services of a dedicatedPassenger Service Representativeprior to departure.

•Detailed travel and destination informa-tion to assist you in your planning.

• Services of a professional Campus Director.

•Tipping of excursion guides and drivers.•Complimentary travel wallet.

INCLUDED FEATURES

UNESCOThe UNESCO World Heritage sites featured in thisprogram are the Amalfi Coast, the Archaeolog-ical Areas of Pompeii and Herculaneum, the Archaeological Site of Paestum and theHistoric Center of Naples.

it is situated majestically in a crystal-clearsea and is known for its many grottoes and blissful scenes. Enjoy a private boat ridearound the island before spending sometime exploring the main town of Capri andwandering through its unique side streets.

Local Flavor: Sample Italian cuisine duringlunch at a restaurant on the island of Capri.

DAY EIGHTSORRENTO B/DEducational Focus: ContemporaryItaly. Enjoy a discussion about Italy’s societytoday, life in Campania and Italy’s current andfuture political and economic status.

Independent Exploration: Enjoy the restof the day at leisure to pursue your own interests. Finish up any last-minute sightseeing, shopping or relax at an outdoor café while admiring the view.

Tonight, gather with fellow travelers for aFarewell Reception and Graduation Ceremony,followed by a Farewell Dinner at the hotel.

DAY NINENAPLES BAfter breakfast, transfer to the Naples airportfor the return flight to your gateway city.A

Note: Itinerary schedule may change due to local conditions. Many excursions in this program involvean element of walking.

Included meals indicated each day as B/L/D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner.

Clockwise from far left: Amalfi; Positano; PiazzaPlebiscito, Naples; Pompeii with Mount Vesuvius inthe distance; and mosaic, National Archaeological Museum, Naples

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Located just a few stepsaway from the town’smain square, the HotelPlaza Sorrento is close toshops, restaurants andother attractions. The hotelhas a rooftop solariumwith breathtaking views of the city, an outdoorswimming pool, a rooftopbar, a restaurant, a caféand Wi-Fi.

YOU MAY HAVE THE UNIVERSE, IF I MAY HAVE ITALY.

~ GIUSEPPE VERDI, ITALIAN OPERA COMPOSER, 1813-1901