Payments

A deposit of $500 is required to reserve your spot at the time of booking

50% of total trip costs will be charged on January 4, 2025

Remaining balance will be charged by February 4, 2025

Do you require Travel Insurance?

Yes, Made With Love Tours requires that each guest carries travel insurance that covers emergency medical treatment, emergency evacuation and repatriation. We recommend a minimum coverage of $100,000 for emergency medical treatment and $250,000 for emergency evacuation and repatriation. Insurance policy information will be required at final payment. Cancelation insurance is not required, but we recommend it. Learn more here.

When should I fly to Italy and back?

The tour begins on May 4th with an evening welcome dinner at the hotel in Rome. Most flights from the continental United States to Rome are overnight flights. We recommend arriving in the morning or early afternoon on the 4th. The tour ends on May 10th, with a drop-off in Rome around 6 PM. We can facilitate a hotel that evening and transportation to the airport for an additional fee.

Can you help with additional nights in Rome before or after the tour?

Yes – for an additional fee. Prices will range from $400-600/room based on availability. 

Please email: tours@madewithloveartisans.com for more information. 

What is the cancellation policy?

Full refund within 90 days of the tour start date.

What documents do I need to travel to Italy?

Your US Passport with a minimum of 6 months validity and a minimum of two blank visa pages.

Do I need a visa to travel to Italy?

Tourist visas for US travelers are not required in Italy for stays under 90 days.

What is the currency in Italy?

The unit of currency in Italy (and most of Europe) is the euro. Guests will be responsible for their own currency exchange and fees.

What items should I pack for this tour in Italy?

• Spending money

• Travel insurance documents

• Prescription medications and first aid supplies

• Travel sized toiletries

• Universal plug adapter for charging devices

• Comfortable attire and walking shoes

• A light jacket for evenings and potential rain

• A light backpack is recommended

What is the time difference in Italy?

Italy is 7 hours ahead of the US CT (GMT+2).

What are your hotels like?

On this tour, you will be staying at all boutique hotels with four stars or above.

Will Wifi be available throughout the tour?

There will be access to Wi-Fi; however, speed is subject to the connectivity available at the hotels where you’ll be staying.

Are products from the artisans available for purchase?

Yes! We encourage you to support these local artisans by purchasing their products, which are perfect bespoke souvenirs and gifts.

How many people will be on the tour?

This unique journey will be up to 20 people, including a representative of Milwaukee PBS.

What if I have food allergies or restrictions?

Italian chefs are very accommodating of special dietary requirements. If you have any food allergies, please be sure to let us know as soon as possible.

Right to Reschedule

Should world conditions affect the staging of the tour (e.g., natural disasters, including, but not limited to, pandemics; war; terrorism), Made With Love Tours reserves the right to schedule the tour to a later date. In the event a tour participant is not willing to reschedule, and it is within 90 days of the tour start date, all deposits and/or tour payments will be returned to such tour participant who has signed up, less any non-refundable expenses actually incurred by MWL.

Changes in Itinerary

Made With Love Tours reserves the right to modify itineraries and/or destinations and to substitute hotels at its sole discretion. The tour planners and MWL Tours may adjust or modify venues, attractions, and destinations as deemed necessary for comparable accommodations and/or of greater value. If a participant misses the start of the tour or any event during the tour, they will be solely responsible for any costs incurred to rejoin the tour.

How can I find out more about the Made With Love Artisans tour?

Please email tours@madewithloveartisans.com for any additional information.