Tuscany Study

Lodging options near Carrara

Steve — Mon, 11 Feb 2008 08:19:19 +0000

While we offer very affordable lodging for program participants, you are also free to arrange your own accommodations. Below are some options in Marina di Carrara and nearby towns. Please be aware that if you do not stay in the program housing you will need a car to get back and forth.

Please contact individual hotels to find out current pricing and what amenities are included.

Testimonials for our July 2007 Courses

Steve — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 06:44:59 +0000

“THANK YOU! I just experienced the best 3 weeks of my life and that’s in large part thanks to you. I don’t even know where to start or what to say or how to even thank you adequately (well, I can’t, I suppose). It’s so hard to encapsulate the last few weeks for anyone…you gave me the best three weeks of my life, so thanks.”

—Megan Whittaker, 2007 Sculpture Student

“I had a great time! The program was really nice, I enjoyed myself a lot. I loved the teacher…I see your vision for the program, and wish you all the best. And I hope to participate again in the future.”

—William Mwazi, 2007 Painting Student

“I just wanted to let you guys know I had the best time in Italy, and I will always cherish it in my memory. Thank you again!”

—Harry Ito, 2007 Painting Student

“I always wanted to try stone carving, so the trip helped me to fulfill a dream. Now I am hooked and definitely want to go back again. The master carvers were intelligent, fun and willing to answer questions and help us fuel our passion for working in this medium. Staying in the medieval village of Serre di Rapolano was peaceful and relaxing, as well as the trips to the local mineral spas. I also enjoyed our excursions to Siena and Florence, where we saw so much historical artwork and got to experience the culture of Tuscany.”

—Cindy Noles, 2007 Sculpture Student

“I enjoyed the workshop immensely and think I learned something in the process. Seriously, my goal of returning next year says it all. Great experience worth every penny, and then some.”

—Jason Gillespie, 2007 Sculpture Student

A good site for travel advice

Steve — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 05:42:46 +0000

www.airfarewatchdog.com/UsersGuide/TopTenTips/tabid/79/Default.aspx

Travel Tips: Getting to Carrara

Steve — Thu, 09 Aug 2007 15:02:33 +0000

Here are some travel tips for participants in our marble sculpture course in Carrara. Please contact us if you have more questions about how to get here.

Getting to Carrara by Train

From the Pisa Airport

Take the train from the airport to the main Pisa station (Pisa Centrale). From there, take a train to Avenza-Carrara. We will pick you up at the station, provided you contact us with your arrival time once you are in Italy.

From the Rome Airport

Take the train from the airport to the central Rome station (Termini). From there, get a train to Avenza-Carrara. You may have to change trains one or more times along the way. We will pick you up at the station, provided you contact us with your arrival time once you are in Italy.

Getting to Carrara by Car

Whether traveling from the north or south, consult a map and make your way to the A12 highway that runs along the northwest coast of Tuscany, passing by Carrara. If you are staying in the program housing, the Massa exit is closest. If you are staying in another lodging, please contact them for the best route from the highway.

Hello from Tuscany

Steve — Wed, 27 Jun 2007 00:45:28 +0000

Hey folks,
After doing things the old-fashioned way for a while, we are up and running with a very sharp website designed by Jon which will help you get a better understanding of who we are and what we do. The summer is settling in here in Tuscany, with the landscape making its final shift into scorched tones of amber and straw. Local villages are abuzz with various festivals and Siena itself is bracing for the engrossing Palio horserace in a week’s time. The following week we have a full house of 15 students arriving to engage in painting and stone sculpture courses. We literally filled our lodging and transportation to capacity this time around and will have to either add sections next year or create a waiting list. Check out the offerings for ’07-’08 and don’t hesitate to contact us with questions.

Saluti,
Steve

Lodging options near Rapolano

Steve — Sat, 09 Jun 2007 06:05:57 +0000

While we offer very affordable lodging for program participants, you are also free to arrange your own accommodations. Below are some options in Serre di Rapolano and nearby towns. Please be aware that if you stay outside Serre di Rapolano you will need a car to get back and forth.

Please contact individual hotels to find out current pricing and what amenities are included.
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Getting from Rome to Rapolano

Steve — Sat, 09 Jun 2007 05:58:40 +0000

There are basically three options to get from Rome to Rapolano: car, bus or train. In either case, you will need to notify the program coordinators when you expect to arrive in Rapolano so that we can pick you up with our van. Phone information will be emailed to participants after enrollment. In 2007, bus and train fares from Rome to Raplolano averaged 30 euro, one-way. (more…)

Tips on Airfare to Italy

Steve — Thu, 07 Jun 2007 19:57:18 +0000

Students should start looking for airfare as soon as possible. Summer travel to Italy is very popular, and securing a flight early usually means saving hundreds of dollars. In 2007, participants are paying between $650 and $1,200 between New York and Rome, depending in large part on when the ticket was purchased.

Rome is likely the most convenient airport to fly into, but other options are Milan, Bologna, Pisa and Florence, all of which involve 3-4 hours of travel time to reach our program’s locations in Rapolano and Carrara. (See this post for suggestions on getting to Rapolano from Rome.) (more…)