Melanie is excellent, not just as discussion leader and moderator, but also in many areas above and beyond that role: facilitator, mother hen, liaison with local resources, chief cat-herder, logistics genius, perennial friendly face.

Giorgio! Giorgio! Giorgio! He is well versed in the architecture and history of Sicily. He addressed the issue of the Mafia intelligently […] Coming from Palermo, he pointed out details of the buildings which were important to understand how the aristocrats lived. He seemed to enjoy the tour as much as I did.

I’m so happy to have participated in this oh so full, rich week […] and intend to sign up every year from now on. I would certainly encourage, all who are able to sign up for this rare learning experience.