Traveling Italy: Off the Beaten Path
| Dates: | January 28 - February 11, 2023 |
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| Meets: | Sa from 10:00 AM to 12 N |
| Location: | WCC - Foundation Building 201C |
| Cost: | $99.00 |
Sorry, we are no longer accepting registrations for this course. Please contact our office to find out if it will be rescheduled, or if alternative classes are available.
There's nowhere in the world quite like Italy--whether you're interested in history, art, food and wine, or relaxing on magnificent beaches, Italy has it all! In this comprehensive, hands-on course you'll learn about incredible, lesser known destinations to visit and how to explore them sustainably, regardless of budget. After exploring Italy's unique regions, transportation, lodging, where and when to book in advance, and what has changed since the pandemic, Erica Mallin, Italy travel expert and owner of Road Less Traveled Italy, will guide you in building a personalized travel itinerary. Don't miss this opportunity to plan an incredible Italian getaway with an expert as your guide!
| Fee: | $99.00 |
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| Hours: | 6.00 |
WCC - Foundation Building 201C
333 Calluna CourtBellingham, WA 98226
Erica Mallin
Currently residing in Bellingham, Washington, Erica spends her days planning travel, volunteering, crafting, and enjoying time in nature. Growing up in Laurel Canyon, Los Angeles gave her an appreciation for living in natural environments that led to her moving first to Portland, Oregon, and eventually, to Seattle and then Bellingham.As an educator in diverse communities for 30 years, Erica had the opportunity to grow in her understanding of how cross-cultural experiences could help build positive connections among participants. She traveled with her students, watching them grow through exposure to the values and traditions of other cultures.
Taking her travel interests one step further, she enrolled in an associate degree program in travel marketing at a local community college, with the intent to start some type of travel service that focused on connecting more deeply with local cultures once she retired.
Planning independent travel to Italy over the past two decades has given Erica a deep personal knowledge of the country and led her to creating Roads Less Traveled Italy. Fluent in Italian, she has longtime relationships with locals and is constantly learning about new hidden gems to share with travelers. She is now also teaching courses through local continuing education programs on how to travel off the beaten path to Italy.
As a retired school counselor, Erica prides herself on superlative customer service, as well as a thorough desire to assist travelers in turning their ideas into reality.
| Date | Day | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/28/2023 | Saturday | 10 AM to 12 N | WCC - Foundation Building 201C |
| 02/04/2023 | Saturday | 10 AM to 12 N | WCC - Foundation Building 201C |
| 02/11/2023 | Saturday | 10 AM to 12 N | WCC - Foundation Building 201C |