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Sail with Lidia

Sail with Lidia through the heart of Italy on Silversea
Benefiting the James Beard Foundation


Explore Italy’s culinary marvels with the woman who knows them best—JBF Award-winning celebrity chef and television personality Lidia Matticchio Bastianich.

Ports of call on this luxurious seven-day Mediterranean cruise from Venice to Rome include a maiden call in Trogir, Croatia, the medieval town of Kotor, Montenegro, and Catania, Sicily, at the base of Mt Etna. Passengers will also spend a glorious day in Sorrento, Italy, the gateway to the ruins of Pompeii.

On Silversea, you'll sail in style because all-inclusive fares always include a spacious ocean-view suite (most with private teak verandas), complimentary fine wines and spirits served throughout the ship, gourmet cuisine, open-seating dining, all gratuities, and more.

Event Details

Sat, 10.03.2009

09:00 AM, Europe/Rome

  • October 3–10, 2009
  • All-inclusive pricing for James Beard Foundation guests begins at $3,995 per person*
  • For more information and reservations, please contact Trevor Wilson at Pisa Brothers Travel, 212.265.8420 ext.324
*Up to 35% of the cruise fare is tax-deductible

As a James Beard Foundation guest aboard the ship you’ll enjoy:

  • A private welcome reception with Lidia
  • An exclusive onboard cooking demonstration in the Viking Cooking Studio
  • A spectacular day in Venice as Lidia takes you to her favorite places and invites you to join her for a special lunch
  • The exclusive opportunity to participate in an additional excursion with Lidia in Catania, Sicily

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