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Treasures of Sicily
Program Number:
Start and End Dates:
10/24/2015 - 11/9/2015
4/2/2016 - 4/18/2016
4/23/2016 - 5/9/2016
4/30/2016 - 5/16/2016
5/14/2016 - 5/30/2016
9/10/2016 - 9/26/2016
9/17/2016 - 10/3/2016
10/1/2016 - 10/17/2016
10/8/2016 - 10/24/2016
10/22/2016 - 11/7/2016
16 nights
Price starting at:
$4,495.00 -
Price may vary based on date, departure city
Program Type:
39; 15 Breakfasts, 12 Lunches, 12 Dinners
Meal Options:
Vegetarian; Gluten Free
Experience the dizzyingly diverse cultural influences that combined to create something totally unique in Sicily. Examine the ruins left behind as evidence of Magna Graecia, �Greater Greece,� including some of the most beautiful structures ever built by the Ancient Greeks; learn about the surprising, sometimes spectacular results of the clash between Norman and Arab civilizations; meet the proud, friendly Sicilians who are eager to share their villages, their cuisine and the beauty of their land.
� Visit the Norman Cathedral in Monreale; the Byzantine-style mosaics rival those of St. Mark's in Venice.
� Ferry across the Strait of Messina to Reggio to admire the bronze Riace Warrior statues.
� Discover the orchards and farms of the rich-soiled Mount Etna plains and share a lunch of freshly prepared Sicilian dishes at an agriturismo.
Activity Particulars
Walking up to two miles a day; uneven and hilly terrain at historic sites. Extended periods of standing.
Date Specific Information
10-24-2015, 4-2-2016, 4-23-2016, 4-30-2016, 5-14-2016, 9-10-2016, 9-17-2016, 10-1-2016, 10-8-2016, 10-22-2016
Enjoy the latest in hearing technology � listening devices � on this date.
Itinerary Summary
Arrival Giardini Naxos, 4 nights; coach to Syracuse, 4 nights; coach to Agrigento, 2 nights, coach to Palermo, 5 nights; departure.
Overnight flight from the U.S.A.
1 night
Arrival Giardini Naxos
4 nights
Learn about Sicily through expert history lectures on the island�s many colonizers. Journey to the charming mountainside comune of Taormina and investigate its stunning Greek theater ruins high above the sea. Examine the architecture of Messina, a city entirely rebuilt after its destruction by a 1908 earthquake.
Coach to Syracuse
4 nights
Feast on home-made dishes at an agriturismo prior to reaching Syracuse. Experience the rich history of Ortigia, the original site of the Greek colonizers, a city more than 2,700 years old. Visit the baroque Cathedral of Syracuse and the Paradise Quarry, where 7,000 Athenian soldiers were imprisoned. Venture to Noto, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its stunning churches.
Coach to Agrigento
2 nights
Journey across Sicily with a stop near Piazza Armerina to the Villa del Casale, a third c. villa complex, whose floors retain much of the mosaic decorations. Continue to Agrigento; explore with an expert the finest extant ancient Greek temple comple anywhere, including Greece.
Coach to Palermo
5 nights
Coach to Palermo 5 nights. Stop in Selinunte another Greek settlement, discover how columns are carved. Continue to Palermo, the capital of the region of Sicily. Join a local family for a traditional Sicilian lunch in their home. Discover Palermo, strolling past the colorful fruit and fish carts of the morning market. In Monreale, view magnificent mosaics inside the Norman cathedral, manifesting Byzantine, Romanesque and Arab influences. In town, sample what locals claim are the best cannolis in Italy.
�Dolce far niente,� the �sweetness of doing nothing.� This ode to leisure is a distinctly Italian phrase, and yet the expression does not do justice to the hard-work ethos of the nation�s inhabitants. The monuments, art and civilization bequeathed to the people of modern Italy are a testament to the industry of their forebearers, and the legacy lives on in today�s Italians, who work hard to better enjoy the sweetness of repose.
Giardini Naxos: Four-star hotel with private beach. Syracuse: Four-star hotel in the center of town; Agrigento Four-star hotel with ocean views. Palermo: Historic, four-star hotel located in former Mercederian monastery.
Road Scholar Instructors
These instructors are participating on at least one date of this program. Please note that changes may occur.
Enrico Nucci
Enrico Nucci has been leading Road Scholar programs in Sicily and the Bay of Naples for more than a decade. He also serves as an Italian guide for the United Service Organizations (USO). Enrico graduated from the University of Maryland with a B.A. in Psychology and has worked at the Embassy of Italy in Washington, D.C. He has a special interest in volcanoes, developed early as a young boy who went to school in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius in Naples.
Angelo Fanara
Angelo Fanara is a retired high school English teacher who continues to practice his love of teaching by leading Road Scholar groups in his native Sicily. Enthusiastic, engaging and charming, Angelo loves sharing his extensive knowledge of Sicily�s most important archaeological sites and museums with participants.
Catherine Paige
Catherine Paige was born in England and received her master's degree in social work from the University of Sussex. After working as a social worker in Brighton, she transferred to Sicily where she is an English Language Assistant at the University of Palermo. Since moving to Sicily, Catherine has developed an interest in local literature that she will convey in her talk on Sicilian writers.
Laura Lanza
Laura Lanza received her degree in literature and philosophy from the University of Palermo. She taught Italian, Latin and Greek in local high schools and enjoys her present role as an excursion leader in the province of Palermo. Laura enjoys traveling to European destinations as well as other continents with her family, and resides in the city of Palermo.
Michele Gallo
Michele Gallo, a licensed excursion leader in Sicily, shares his knowledge of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento. He has contributed to BBC and TBS documentaries featuring UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Elena Buscemi
Elena Buscemi, a native of Russia, is a licensed excursion leader. She lives with her family in Trapani, Italy, where she pursues her passion for sailing.
Meals and Lodgings
Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Giardini Naxos, Italy
4 nights
Hotel Roma
Syracuse/Island of Ortygia, Italy
4 nights
Dioscuri Bay Palace Hotel
Agrigento, Italy
2 nights
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Palermo, Italy
5 nights
Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Four-Star Hotel
The Hellenia Yachting Hotel is located on the sea in a quiet summer resort area 3 miles from the hill town of Taormina. The spacious lounge opens out to the poolside lounge. The hotel has its own private beach. Bring a swimsuit if you want to test the waters of the Mediterranean.
Contact info:
Via Jannuzzo, 41
Giardini-Naxos, NA 98035 Italy
phone: +39 0942 51737
Room amenities:
Each room is equipped with private bath, a television set, mini bar, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries, and safe box for valuables.
Facility amenities:
The hotel has a large formal dining room. Situated on the shore of Giardini-Naxos, the hotel has a small private beach for its guests. The swimming pool is open May to September. Elevators to all floors. Free Wi-Fi connectivity in the lobby, rooms and on the terrace. For checking emails, an internet point is located in the lobby. Laundry service available (not self-service).
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Additional nights prior:
varies by season You can book additional nights directly through the hotel�s online reservation system www.hotel-hellenia.it. Indicate to the hotel that you are with the Road Scholar group and every effort will be made to ensure continuity of room assignment. Another option is to use online consolidator services such as Hotels.com or Expedia.
Check in time:
Hotel Roma
Four-Star Hotel
The hotel is next door to the Duomo (which was a Greek temple to Minerva) and square on the small island of Ortygia, the historic center of Syracuse where the Baroque palaces and seawalks are located. Ortygia is connected by a small bridge to the modern neighborhoods of Syracuse.
Contact info:
Via Roma, 66
Syracuse, NA 96100 Italy
phone: +39 0931 465 626
Room amenities:
Satellite television, mini-bar, safe box for valuables, hair dryer and individual climate control.
Facility amenities:
Fine dining at the hotel's restaurant. Comfortable lobby with internet point and lounge with bar service. Fitness room. Sign out one of bicycles available to guests. Laundry service available.
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Dioscuri Bay Palace Hotel
Four-Star Hotel
The hotel is on the San Leone beach of Agrigento and convenient to the Valley of the Temples.
Contact info:
Viale Falcone e Borsellino, 1
San Leone Agrigento, 92100 Italy
phone: +39 0922 406111
Room amenities:
Free wifi, flat screen TV with satellite reception, mini bar, room safe, hair dryer, complimentary toiletries. Room service available.
Facility amenities:
Relax in the spacious gardens and patio. Restaurant, coffee bar and lounge, swimming pool open late spring to late fall. Laundry facilities. Complimentary wifi. 24 hour reception.
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Four-Star Hotel
Formerly a Mercederian monastery (which facilitated prisoner exchanges during the 16th c.) it was combined with 2 adjacent buildings in the late 19th and early 20th centuries to form a bank and stock exchange. Newly restructured and updated in 2005 the Piazza Borsa is a modern business class hotel with full amenities. The old courtyard, supported by ancient columns, is a covered atrium. Centrally located in the heart of Palermo, near museums and opera theaters, this is an ideal location to explore the city. Enjoy the Liberty epoch decor in the common area and restaurants and modern rooms.
Contact info:
Via dei Cartari 18
Palermo, NA 90133 Italy
phone: +39 091-320-075
Room amenities:
Direct dial telephones from room; hair dryer, complimentary toiletries; mini bar; room safe for valuables; individual thermostat; Internet connection, satellite television.
Facility amenities:
Internet point in the lobby. Free Wi-Fi access. Laundry service. Conference center. Spa, massage, and aesthetic center (reservations required), Turkish bath, whirlpool, fitness center with resistance machines (free for guests). Bars, restaurants, boutiques.
Smoking allowed:
Elevators available:
Additional nights after:
varies by season You can book additional nights directly through the hotel�s online reservation system www.piazzaborsa.it. Indicate to the hotel that you are with the Road Scholar group and every effort will be made to ensure continuity of room assignment. Another option is to use online hotel consolidators such as Hotels.com or Expedia.
Check out time:
Travel Details
Start of Program:
Lunch provided for morning arrivals. Check in 2:00 pm. Meet in lobby at 4:00 for neighborhood walk You will be staying at
Hellenia Yachting Hotel
that night.
End of Program:
After breakfast, transfers to airport. Check out 11:00 am You will be staying at
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
the night before.
Required documents:
The Participant Information Form is required.
(For Independent Travelers)
Train or bus availability:
Bus service from Catania airport to Giardini-Naxos provided by Etna Trasporti; the website is www.etnatrasporti.it.
To Start of Program
Giardini Naxos
Nearest city or town:
Nearest highway:
Nearest airport:
Fontana Rossa, Catania
Transportation to site:
To reach the program site on your own, there are two options - taxi or public bus. Taxi fare direct from the airport to the hotel, a distance of about 40 miles, is approx. EUR 100. A more economical option is the public bus operated by ETNA TRASPORTI www.etnatrasporti.it. Service runs hourly from Catania airport to Giardini Naxos. The stop is to the right of the terminal exit. Purchase a one-way ticket to Giardini Naxos from the kiosk or directly from the driver. The stop closest to the hotel is Recanati. The ride takes about an hour and 15 minutes. Buses leave every hour from 7:00 am to 7:45 pm, reduced service on Sundays and holidays. Fare is approx. EUR 10 per person including luggage. When you get off at Recanati and gather your luggage from the storage compartment in the belly of the bus, walk in the direction the bus was going, turn right at the corner and the hotel is about 100 yards on the left side of the street.
From End of Program
Nearest airport:
Punta Raisi
Transportation from site:
To reach the airport on your own, a taxi is the most convenient public transportation. Fare to Palermo airport (about 23 miles from the hotel) is about 50 euros. Max. 4 passengers per taxi.
The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.
Daily Schedule
Day 1:
In Transit to Program
(Saturday, October 24)
In Transit:
Overnight flight crosses the Atlantic Ocean. Arrive in Catania, Sicily the following day.
Day 2:
Check-in, Registration, Orientation, Welcome Dinner
(Sunday, October 25)
Small amount of walking on arrival day.
Arrive To:
Transfer from Catania airport to hotel in Giardini Naxos.
At the hotel. Choose from a select menu. Plated table service. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Settle in and relax before meeting for an informal gathering and reception to welcome you to Sicily. At the sea side resort you can walk along the rocky beach or wander around the main street of the seaside resort community.
At the hotel. Choose your courses from a select menu. Plated table service. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Meals Included:
Lunch, Dinner
Day 3:
Orientation, Neighborhood Walk , History of Sicily
(Monday, October 26)
The walk to Naxos is less than a mile.
Breakfast buffet at the hotel. Each day the buffet choices in this and other program site hotels will include an egg dish, cold cut and cheese platter, fresh fruit, yogurt, cereal, muesli, pastries, cakes, breads, jams, juice, coffee, whole mil, tea, and water.
In the meeting room of the hotel, the group leader distributes the most updated day-to-day schedule and goes over logistics and pointers to ensure a safe and enjoyable program. A short walk follows in the vicinity of the hotel pointing out bank (ATM), pharmacy and markets. First of a series of lectures on Sicily�s history. Topics include the ancient Mediterranean colonizers--people from Greece, Phoenicia, Carthage and their impact on this area of Sicily.
At the hotel restaurant. Choose from a select menu. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
The group leader leads a walk past the ruins of the original Greek settlement to the center of the town of Naxos.
At the hotel restaurant. Select from menu choices. Plated table service. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 4:
Taormina, Folklore & Traditions
(Tuesday, October 27)
The streets of Taormina are traffic free. The 20 min. coach ride to the parking lot of Mt. Tauro still leaves a 400 yard walk up an inclined road. Once on top, the road is fairly level. At the archaeological site there are few handrails to assist walking up the steep and uneven stone steps. If you are unsure of the climb, you can take in the theater and majestic view of Mt. Etna from the proscenium. The roads in town down to and up from the public garden requires some effort.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Coach to Taormina. The guided visit of Taormina, charming town on the crest of Mount Tauro, begins at the open air Greek theater. The location is optimal to view the expansive slopes of Mount Etna as its backdrop. The traffic-free streets of the town are lined with shops, boutiques and caf�s. It has long been a resort destination for nobility, artists and actors.
On your own. There are a variety of eateries in town, ranging from snack bars, caf�s, trattorias and formal restaurants to please every palate and budget.
Free time to stroll, shop, or relax in the welcoming piazzas of Taormina. The public garden offers a splendid view of the coastlines below. The manicured garden has numerous flowering plants, bushes and trees. It is a good place for a picnic if you prefer. Coach back to Giardini Naxos late afternoon for a lecture on Sicilian Folklore and Traditions.
At the hotel. Choose your dishes from a select menu, plated table service. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 5:
Reggio Calabria and the Riace Warriors, Messina
(Wednesday, October 28)
Coach to Messina and a 20 minute ferry ride across the Strait of Messina to Reggio Calabria. Some walking in Reggio. Walk around the center of Messina over paved, level sidewalks.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Coach to Messina and ferry across the Strait of Messina to Reggio Calabria to see the Riace Warriors, full-size bronze statues cast around 450 BCE. Our expert will talk about their discovery, restoration and preservation. The archaeological museum that houses the statues is undergoing restoration and the expert will maximize our time there.
At a small family run restaurant in the ancient city of Scilla, named after the mythological marine monster from Homer's Odyssey. Enjoy some typical Sicilian dishes in the informal restaurant on the beachfront. Water and a glass of wine are included.
Ferry back to Messina. Notice the uniform early 20th century architecture resulting from the rebuilding following the disastrous 1908 earthquake that leveled the city. A brief stop at the main square in Messina where you can enjoy a Sicilian gelato or cannoli. Coach continues to Giardini Naxos.
At the hotel restaurant. Select from menu choices. Plated table service. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Hellenia Yachting Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6:
Italy Today, Transfer to Syracuse , Ortygia
(Thursday, October 29)
The Island of Ortygia is closed to coach traffic; the coach drop off point is on the mainland. Short walk to the hotel over a pedestrian bridge. Porterage service will transfer luggage from the coach to the hotel.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
A morning session at the hotel's meeting room on the institutions that characterize Italy today. Check out of the hotel. Coach drives along the coast past the city of Catania to an agriturismo near Mt. Etna. Observe the change in perspective of the looming mountain, the highest active volcano in Europe.
At an agriturismo, a working farm on the slopes of Mt. Etna. Visit the estate and the garden and orchards that thrive on the fertile volcanic soil and enjoy freshly prepared Sicilian dishes. Water and a glass of wine are included.
Another hour of coach ride to Syracuse. Check into the hotel on the island of Ortygia.
At the hotel restaurant. Plated table service. Choose from a select menu. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
At leisure to explore Syracuse on foot.
Hotel Roma
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7:
Ortygia, Archaeological Zone, Greek Theater
(Friday, October 30)
The quarries served as a source of stone, and the descent is slight, with uneven pavement and few handrails. Greek theaters are built using the slope of a hill. Ascent is a little steep, not unlike a modern stadium. You may rest on the stone 'bleachers.'
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Orientation walk explores the oldest part of the city of Syracuse. The cathedral is a living example of the different cultures that colonized Sicily, each lending its own architectural style. Twenty six Doric columns from the 5th c. BCE temple to Athena are incorporated in the cathedral. Visit the cathedral's interior which was rebuilt in the 18th century with a distinctive Sicilian Baroque style when the ancient facade collapsed in an earthquake. Local artisan workshops, caf�s and boutiques abound in Ortygia's pedestrian center of narrow streets and lively squares.
On your own. There are a variety of snack bars, caf�s, informal trattorias and more formal restaurants from which to choose. The group leader will have suggestions and give directions.
Coach to the outskirts of Syracuse. Guided visit to the Archaeological zone in Syracuse, including the Greek theater and the Paradise Quarry, where 7,000 Athenian soldiers were imprisoned centuries ago. The Greek theater, carved out of the rocky hillside in the 5th century BCE, was one of the most important theaters in the ancient world. Coach back to the hotel.
At the hotel. Enjoy a Sicilian menu; plated table service. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Hotel Roma
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 8:
Buscemi: Frozen in Time, Agriturismo with Sicilian Menu
(Saturday, October 31)
The main road in Buscemi traverses a low hill, but streets leading up or down require some effort.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Coach to Buscemi, about 70 miles inland. Step back in time to visit a typical Sicilian town of a century ago, depopulated by emigration. A local escort lead us through the streets, where we visit houses, shops and grape and olive presses of the previous centuries, complete with furnishings of the period. Contrast the foreman's house from that of the day laborer.
At an 'agriturismo,' or farm restaurant. The multiple course lunch features local produce and wine. The dessert cannoli are filled on the spot with locally produced ricotta cheese.
Coach to Syracuse mid afternoon. Learn about the tradition of puppets in Sicily at a marionette museum and enjoy a puppet show.
This meal has been excluded from the program cost and is on your own. The group leader will offer suggestions and give directions.
Hotel Roma
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 9:
Archaeological Museum, Baroque Noto
(Sunday, November 1)
Extended standing while learning about archaeological items on display in the museum. In Noto a short, easy walk brings you to the center of town.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Coach to the Archaeological Museum in Syracuse for an expert-led visit. The collection includes artifacts of the Greeks, Romans and early Christians who settled in Sicily. Coach sets out for Noto.
At a characteristic restaurant just outside of Noto. The rustic restaurant features a farm to table fixed menu. Enjoy a glass of locally produced wine.
Coach continues to Noto. Rebuilt after a devastating earthquake in 1693, the town finely represents the rich architectural and artistic achievement of the late Sicilian Baroque style. The town center is closed to automobile traffic. Coach to Syracuse late afternoon.
At a the hotel. A set 3 course menu. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Hotel Roma
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10:
Western Sicily , Roman Villa Casale in Piazza Armerina
(Monday, November 2)
The walk around the Roman villa is not strenuous. Some steps to climb to reach the catwalks set up for viewing the mosaic pavements from above.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Check out of the hotel. Coach departs for the western part of Sicily. On the way enjoy excellent views of the diverse terrain in the mountainous heart of the island of Sicily.
At a restaurant in the town of Piazza Armerina, a fixed menu of various Sicilian dishes, including local cheese. Enjoy a glass of wine included with your lunch.
Piazza Armerina is a small, nondescript town outside of which were discovered, by pure chance, the ruins of a private Roman villa comprised of 63 rooms containing a most extensive and impressive series of floor mosaics (c. 377,000 sq.ft.) The expert leads the way along a path of catwalks describing the mosaics and their significance, providing the most interesting theories of the unidentified owner who commissioned the construction of the villa. Recently restored, the mosaics are protected by a Plexiglas canopy. Board the coach again and continue to Agrigento. Check into the hotel and settle in.
At the hotel. A set menu with plated table service. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Dioscuri Bay Palace Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11:
Agrigento and the Valley of Temples
(Tuesday, November 3)
Uneven dirt path connects the temples and museum, distance about one half mile down a slight incline. Few handrails at archaeological sites.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Expert-led visit of the Valley of the Temples. The area boasts the finest extant Greek temple complex anywhere (including Greece) lined along a plateau above the water, as well as a fascinating archaeological museum with artistic and votive finds from the area.
At a local restaurant. Fixed regional menu; plated table service. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Guided visit in the Valley of Temples museum continues.
This meal has been excluded from the program cost and is on your own to enjoy the food and budget of your choice. The group leader will offer suggestions and give directions.
Dioscuri Bay Palace Hotel
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 12:
Greek Settlement of Selinunte , Continue to Palermo
(Wednesday, November 4)
Selinunte Archaeological area has uneven paths with few or no handrails. Leisurely walk around Palermo.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
On the way to Palermo, visit the ancient Greek settlement of Selinunte with an expert. Set on a promontory with a panoramic view of the Mediterranean sea, it was an ideal site. See how columns were chiseled our of solid stone and used in the building of temples.
At a local restaurant. Fixed menu of typical Sicilian fare; plated table service. Enjoy a glass of wine included with the meal.
Board coach and proceed to Palermo. Check into room. At the set time meet in the lobby for a short orientation walk in the neighborhood of the hotel.
At the hotel. Fixed menu; plated table service. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13:
History of Sicily, Family Lunch, Palatine Norman Chapel
(Thursday, November 5)
Short walk in Palermo. Extended standing during site visits.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Meet in lecture hall to learn about modern Sicilian history.
Sample Sicilian dishes at a buffet style lunch at the home of a family just outside Palermo center.
Board coach for short ride to Palermo center. Meet expert who leads us on an exploration of important churches, chapels and museums in town, e.g. La Martorana, originally commissioned by a Greek Orthodox admiral in 1140. A brief visit to the Palatine Chapel covered with mosaics from the floor to the ceiling.
This meal has been excluded from the program cost and is on your own to enjoy the food and budget of your choice. The group leader will offer suggestions and give directions.
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch
Day 14:
Erice & Trapani
(Friday, November 6)
The walk up to traffic-free Erice through the ancient gate is somewhat steep, similar to Taormina.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Coach to Erice. Guided visit of the ancient mountain-top city reputedly established by Elymian refugees from the fall of Troy. Eryx, the founding king, introduced the worship of Aphrodite to Sicily and we see ruins of the temple. Also noteworthy are the church and Norman walls. Coach to Trapani for a visit and lunch at the Salt Works. Used since antiquity, the sun and wind provide the ideal location to evaporate sea water through a series of large water basins. Visit the old sea mill and enjoy the type of lunch served to the salt harvesters.
Lunch at a trattoria located in an old salt harvesting warehouse and wind mill. Taste simple but delicious food seasoned with the famous Trapani Sea Salt.
Return to hotel mid-afternoon.
At a local pizzeria. Sicilian antipasto is served family style. Choose your personal pizza and enjoy the glass of wine included with the meal.
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 15:
Form & Function of Cathedrals, Baroque Churches of Palermo
(Saturday, November 7)
Walks in Palermo along uneven sidewalks and pavement.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Meet in the lecture hall to learn about the architecture of religious spaces: what is the difference between a Basilica and a Cathedral?
Choose the place for lunch from the many offerings in the vicinity of the hotel. The group leader will have suggestions.
The lecturer accompanies the group and points out further examples of her talk. Explore the magnificent Baroque churches and the Abatellis Museum, where the masterpiece by Antonello da Messina's Madonna is on display.
At a local restaurant. Fixed menu of Sicilian dishes, plated table service. Wine is included with this meal.
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Dinner
Day 16:
Origins of the Mafia, Monreale's Splendid Norman Cathedral
(Sunday, November 8)
Minimal walking in Monreale, hill town with unevenly paved streets.
Buffet breakfast at the hotel.
Morning session on the Origins of the Mafia. Board coach for short ride to Monreale, in the hills above Palermo. The interior of the massive Norman cathedral is adorned and decorated in Byzantine medieval mosaic style of the highest workmanship. Some say they rival the mosaics of S. Mark's in Venice. The town is also known for its cannoli, reputedly the best in Italy.
At a restaurant in Monreale that features Sicilian cuisine. Water is included; other beverages available for purchase.
Some free time in Monreale. Return to Palermo in the afternoon.
Recap your adventures and share your favorite memories with your fellow participants tonight at the farewell dinner at the hotel.
Grand Hotel Piazza Borsa
Meals Included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 17:
Program Concludes
(Monday, November 9)
Carry or roll your luggage from the coach to the check-in counter at the airport.
Breakfast buffet at the hotel. Continental style for participants with very early morning departures.
Coach to and Depart from Palermo airport.
Meals Included:
Free Time Opportunities
Explore Palermo
Palermo is a city rich with history, art and culture. Many of the highlights are located within a short walk of the hotel. You may wish to take a tour of the famed Teatro Massimo, visit the Archeological Museum or stop into one of the beautiful Baroque churches in the neighborhood. Or, stroll down the Via della Libert� and take in Palermo�s Liberty-style architecture. For additional information, visit
Important information about your itinerary:
Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information featured on this website. Itineraries are based on our best information at this time. Circumstances beyond our control may require us to adjust itineraries or other details. We regret any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Information will be sent to you from your Program Provider approximately three weeks prior to the program start date. The prices listed for commercial services and facilities that are not included in the program cost, such as airport shuttles or extra nights lodging, are subject to change without notice. Since Road Scholar cannot guarantee the accuracy of these prices, we strongly suggest contacting the companies directly for the most up-to-date information.
Suggested Reading List
Ancient Sicily, Monuments Past & Present
Author: G. Messineo, E. Borgia
Description: In this illuminating overview, ingenious overlays depict 17 important sites as they appear today and how they may have appeared in the past.
Brunelleschi's Dome
Author: Ross King
Description: The story of the design and construction of the dome in the cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, a tale rife with politics, cut-throat competition and mighty inspiration.
Michelangelo and the Pope's Ceiling
Author: Ross King
Description: King's colorful chronicle of the world's most famous ceiling paints a maniacal pope, a budding artist and a "who's who" of other 16th-century Italians (Raphael, Machiavelli, Leonardo da Vinci). Presented with flair and backed by a wealth of research.
Midnight in Sicily, On Art, Food, History, Travel and La Cosa Nostra
Author: Peter Robb
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With the recent announcement of Qualcomm releasing their Augmented Reality SDK, it is clear Qualcomm is in it, to win it. In their latest press release, Qualcomm shows off their Augmented Reality technology by turning an a sheet of paper into a battle arena. Qualcomm's plans to make these games cross-platform capable explaining that making some of their games financially viable if the game could be played accross platforms. Check out the video below.
Also, in the press release, Qualcomm announced their developer challenge with a grand prize of $200,000. The are to release their SDK on the start day of the challenge, as well as, announcing a free software development kit, which will be open beta this fall.
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Labor Policy Director F. Vincent Vernuccio appeared on PBS News Hour and WTVC TV-9 in Chattanooga, Tenn., to discuss the attempt by the UAW to unionize a Volkswagen plant in that city.
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CGoban (Complete Goban) is a computerized board on which you can play the game of Go against another player, view and edit smart-go files, and connect to Go servers on the internet. It can also interface with computer Go programs such as GNU Go that speak the Go modem protocol. Some sort of image converter is needed if you wish to use the utility provided to capture "screen shots" of a CGoban game. The CGoban homepage can be found at http://cgoban1.sourceforge.net/.
Go is an ancient game originated from China, with a definite history of over 3000 years, although there are historians who say that the game was invented more than 4000 years ago. The Chinese call the game Weiqi, other names for Go include Baduk (Korean), Igo (Japanese), and Goe (Taiwanese).
In this game, each player tries to exert more influence on territory than her opponent, using threats of death, capture, or isolation. It is, therefore, a symbolic representation of the relationships between nations. Go is getting increasingly popular around the world, especially in Asian, European and American countries, with many worldwide competitions being held.
The game of Go is played on a board. The Go set is comprised of the board, together with 181 black and 180 white stones. The standard board has 19 lines by 19 lines, but 13x13 and 9x9 boards can also be used. However, the 9x9 and 13x13 boards are usually for beginners; more advanced players would prefer the traditional 19x19 board.
Compared to International Chess and Chinese Chess, Go has far fewer rules. Yet this allowed for all sorts of moves to be played, so Go can be a more intellectually challenging game than the other two types of Chess. Nonetheless, Go is not a difficult game to learn, so have a fun time playing the game with your friends.
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Yeeaaah I know Alakazam doesn't have a tail, though I'm kind of sacrificing accuracy for the sake of shape consistency —not to imply that I think the original design should had such attributes, it's just for my own style.
I'm so happy!! They are so CUTEE!!!!!!!!
So cute...
My very first psychic type I ever caught!
The original design SHOULD have had a tail. Alakazam loses its tail for no apparent reason and can still learn tail-based moves.
One of my favourites
I always wondered my Alakazam didn't have a tail. Kadabra is my favorite pokemon for that reason!
Alakazam should have a tail. And all of them should have their eyes closed. Your version is better than the actual.
They should look like that
I want them all!
YESSS consistency!!!
I'd really like to use your design ideas on my own piece, would that be ok?
It kinda POs me too. Both Abra and Kadabra have tails...
Making things fluffier is always an improvement.
Why no spoons?
Love these so much more than the originals hnnngg
No problem for Alakazam.. Simply Amazing!!
I love these pokemon in your style they look so wonderful.
Jeez imagine seeing this in a forest
I'd be amazed
I'd be amazed
Amazing interpretation!
If they really looked like this they would be my favorite pokemon
amazing drawing style! your work is adorable
Your whole pokémon work is great but this one is beyond awesome.
WONDERFUUL TO THE MAX! fav! btw tail is awesome!^^
I love the style of this (and all your other pokemon art). There's just something adorable about them
I love it! It's look so cute and cool and fluffy!
besides, tails make things 100 times cooler x3
these are officially my favourite renditions of the Abra line. ever.
I love these. They look like a family of wise, all powerful, racoon-dogs.
I really like this one, Abra is especially cute!
Your own style has made me like all three of these guys even more, thank you.
I like Alakazam with its tail. You're good at this!
cute foxes...
I love the way this came out! awesome!
I think I might actually like these a little more than how they normally look. At least the way you designed them they look more like animals.
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open Outcast is a total conversion mod for Crysis Wars that should become an unofficial successor of the Action-Adventure Outcast (by Appeal).
nice :D
Very pretty, the colors play well.
YES!! Over the shoulder aiming! Thank you!
The aiming mode introduced in Oasis 1.1 - this will be tweaked in further releases when the combat system is implemented properly.


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The New England Scholastic Press Association invites news publication advisers to a workshop, How to Advise a Scholastic News Publication, June 29- July 3 at Boston University in the College of Communication.
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Lantiq Visionaries Lend Expertise at Upcoming Conferences
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Munich/Neubiberg, Germany – May 14, 2012 – Lantiq, a leading supplier of broadband access and home networking technologies, will be participating in the following upcoming conferences and tradeshows with speaking engagements, booths and/or demonstrations:
· Broadband-IP&TV Asia (Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia: May 15-16): The leading-edge technology exhibition featuring broadband technologies, equipment, applications, solutions, and services.
· Computex (Taipei, June 5-9): The world's leading ICT procurement platform attracts ICT companies, buyers, journalists and observers from all over the world and has become the largest computer exhibition in Asia and the second largest in the world, next to CeBIT in Germany.
· Conlife 2012 (Cologne, Germany; June 26-28): Congress and venue for the connected life and home.
· Broadband World Forum Europe (Amsterdam, October 16-18): The indicator for the industry to recognize the market potential of the latest broadband content, entertainment, applications, and services for the enterprise and home, delivering the promise of the ultimate connected world.
During these tradeshows and conferences, Lantiq will be on-site to discuss the state of the industry, market trends, and future predictions. Lantiq will also be available to discuss recent advances in its own technology, including the world's smallest GPON solution, Lantiq FALC™ON, the industry's first VDSL2 vectoring chip, the VINAX™ IVE1000, enabling full system-level crosstalk noise cancellation, and its latest hybrid residential gateways bringing triple-wire and wireless connectivity to every corner of the home. Furthermore, Lantiq shows its recently introduced XWAY™ ARX300 device family for new ADSL2/2+ Customer Premise Equipment (CPE) designs. The Lantiq XWAY ARX300 family includes four System-on-Chip (SoC) derivatives which address different system configurations, ranging from cost-optimized fast Ethernet to feature-rich, high-performance Gigabit Ethernet systems.
Lantiq's next generation chipset solutions address gateway and central office system configurations ranging from cost-optimized fast Ethernet to feature-rich, high-performance Gigabit Ethernet systems. Lantiq has designed its products to enhance and extend telecom carriers' xDSL services in worldwide markets and enable carriers to meet the growing demand for triple-play services and in-home Gigabit throughput with significant cost, size and power savings at no system performance compromise.
Lantiq and carriers worldwide share the vision to make the Giga Home become reality, with the highest throughput and best quality of service (QoS) possible. Lantiq drives this vision with its innovative technologies, including vectoring with full system-level crosstalk noise cancellation, GPON and VDSL and ADSL solutions, concurrent dual band Wi-Fi, G.hn chipsets for home networking applications, and broadband wireless LTE to home gateways.
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Kanpai's Japanese fusion small plates worth a cheer
I think of a Japanese izakaya as a casual place, a tavern with some snacky food to supplement drinks. That's not quite how I'd describe the stylish Kanpai, which means "cheers" in Japanese.
The Third Ward restaurant, which opened in the former Nanakusa space, made some changes to the room's décor, but it's still polished and modern. And so are the fusion small plates, meant to be shared. That's the izakaya side of it. But Kanpai also has a full sushi menu, with a dizzying number of rolls (50, by my quick count). »Read Full Article(1)
Bright lights outshine Trans-Siberian Orchestra in ho-hum show
Taking on Christmas staples with a blend of symphonic bombast and progressive rock drama, Trans-Siberian Orchestra brought a much needed edge to the pleasant, ho-hum holiday music landscape beginning in 1996 , and in the process TSO has become one of the highest-grossing touring acts in North America.
But right before the start of the first of two TSO shows at the BMO Harris Bradley Center on Sunday, there was a curious sound, or really a lack of a sound. Following some meek applause when the lights went dark, the crowd strangely grew quiet, to the point that the only noise was the awkward, quiet hiss of fog machines. »Read Full Article(14)


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Electronic Production and Design Faculty Showcase
David Friend Recital Hall
Michael Bierylo, chair of Berklee's Electronic Production and Design Department, presents a program of electronic performances featuring department faculty members.
Roots Roadshow
Red Room at Cafe 939
This month's Roots Roadshow will be a showcase of roots ensembles.
Latin America Vive Music Festival
Berklee Performance Center
The third edition of the Latin America Vive Music Festival will showcase different expressions of contemporary Latin American music in all its rich and diverse musical styles.
Jullanar Gamboa Quartet
Berklee Dining Hall
The Jullanar Gamboa Quartet presents an evening of jazz.
Tristan Young's Senior Recital
Red Room at Cafe 939
Tristan Young presents his senior recital with a wonderful quartet of drums, electric bass, piano, and electric guitar.
Forum Featuring Ben Street and Terence Blanchard
Zero Gravity Room
This Berklee Global Jazz Institute (BGJI) forum features Ben Street and Terence Blanchard.
David Walker's Senior Recital
Berk Recital Hall
In his senior recital, bassist David Walker will perform songs in a variety of styles featuring many of his friends.
Suzu's Terrible, Horrible Afternoon
Berk Recital Hall
Accompanied by fabulous musicians, Japanese trombone player, singer, and composer Suzuko Hori will perform original compositions, arrangements, and some standards.
Kelly Jozwiak's Senior Recital
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall
Violin principal Kelly Jozwiak plays everything from classical to jazz.
Hago: Gefilte Kabab
Berk Recital Hall
Hago is a band that plays music combining progressive metal, modern jazz, and Middle Eastern influences.
Eldridge Vocal Duos
David Friend Recital Hall
Students from Peter Eldridge's vocal master class will perform arrangements and compositions developed over the semester with the class rhythm section, including Eldridge on piano and vocals.
Nate Guinto's Senior Recital
Red Room at Cafe 939
Violinist Nate Guinto performs original songs with some covers in the genres of pop, R&B, and jazz.
Hsun Shun Hsu: Go 2 Play Jazz
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall
Bass player Hsun Shun Hsu presents some original tunes in his second recital at Berklee.
Jonathan Chapman: Now What
Berk Recital Hall
Jonathan Chapman leads a performance.
Hari's Chamber Space
Berk Recital Hall
Pianist Hari Kim will perform and describe her musical experiences in jazz and chamber music.
Aaron Wheeler's Senior Recital
Oliver Colvin Recital Hall
Come watch guitar principal Aaron Wheeler share the stage with four phenomenally talented musicians for his senior recital.
ProMentum's Second Annual Careerealism Event
David Friend Recital Hall
The Professional Music Department's ProMentum career success series presents its second annual careerrealism event featuring distinguished visiting artists.
International Folk Music Festival
Berklee Performance Center
This annual performance celebrates Berklee's abundant international student population performing a wide variety of traditional folk music.
Master Class on Indian Classical Music
David Friend Recital Hall
Rekha Menon, a professor in Berklee's Liberal Arts Department, presents a master class and clinic on Indian classical music, including Carnatic music and Hindustani music, by renowned artists from India.
Stanton Moore Drum Clinic
Berk Recital Hall
New Orleans drummer and founding member of Galactic Stanton Moore returns to Berklee for his second clinic.


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Can i get a tape of that match, i wanna see a girl do that kindof stuff.
Originally posted by Ben
how often do you fight?
how did you get started?
Originally posted by freak29
thats pretty hot E. I would like to get into something like that as well. But i think that i will be a little to afraid of getting hurt along the lines. And i hear taht you have to have literaly no fear.
Does wrestlers have the match riged. Like when they are going into a match do they know if they are going to win or lose and what is going ot happen
Originally posted by TRD
That is great,you are actually fulfilling your dream,not many people get to do that.
Excellent you met the Dudley's and they gave you advice that is cool.
The Dudley's rock!!
Originally posted by sportsmaster
how do people decide who will win the match
Originally posted by sportsmaster
i get it now thanks a bunch do you get any say in if you win matches or not
Originally posted by Speedfreak
Echelon you sound like you train hard,it must be tough getting in the ring with the men.
Originally posted by Ben
would you ever like to be on the show tough enough or is that for people less suprior to you
Originally posted by Ben
ahhh i see.....how come you wouldnt want to work for the WWE
Originally posted by godfather602
i know this may be a personal question.....but as of current is wrestling were you are your full-time job...and if it is how much do you make?
Originally posted by The Terminator
When are you in the ring next?
Hrmm i just checked the voting your in 19,you seem to have dropped a bit but they only updated it for 3 days its still on the 6th.Has everyone been voting once a day?


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Additional information is available on the Department of Mathematics and Statistics Undergraduate Placement and Prerequisites Page.
I didn't know you offered three different placement tests. Which one do I take?
In most cases, if you want to place directly into MTH 154 (Calculus I), MTH 122 (Calculus for the Social Sciences), STA 227 (Introduction to Statistical Methods), or STA 228 (Statistical Methods for Biology), you must take and pass Placement Test C, which covers advanced algebra and trigonometry. This exam is given during orientation, and it is available in the Department of Mathematics and Statistics office, as explained below. However, if you scored 28 or higher on the mathematics portion of the ACT, then you may take any of these courses without passing the placement exam.
Placement into MTH 062 (Intermediate Algebra), MTH 121 (Linear Programming, Elementary Functions), MTH 141 (Precalculus), STA 225 (Introduction to Statistical Concepts and Reasoning), or MTE 210 (Numerical Structures) can be based on your ACT mathematics score (see the Department of Mathematics and Statistics Undergraduate Placement and Prerequisites Page). If you feel after discussion with an adviser that your ACT score is not an accurate reflection of your current mathematics preparation (for example, if you took the ACT your junior year of high school and then studied mathematics during your senior year), then you can take Placement Test I (to place into MTH 062), or test R (to skip MTH 062 and place into the other courses listed here).
If you are planning to take MTH 061 (Elementary Algebra) or MTH 118 (Mathematical Sciences in the Modern World), then you do not need to achieve any ACT math score or take a placement test.
I took MTH 062 and didn't get a 2.0 or better. Can I now take the Placement Test in order to qualify for MTH 121?
No. The placement process through ACT scores and a short test are imprecise at best. If you have taken a course like MTH 062 (or MTH 061, or MTH 141, or equivalent courses at other colleges), then this will be a much more accurate gauge of what you know and whether you are ready for subsequent coures, such as MTH 121 (or MTH 141, or MTE 210, or ...). We do not permit students to take the Placement Exam in such circumstances. You need to repeat MTH 062 and receive a 2.0 or better.
When can I take the test? Do I need an appointment?
You may take the placement test at the Department office (368 SEB); no appointment is necessary. The test is offered year-round. Just show up between 8 and 11 AM or between 1 and 4 PM. You should allow about one hour to take the test and receive your results. Make sure to bring your OU student ID number (Grizz number, which starts G00...) and your OU e-mail address (and password), which needs to have been activated. Call 248-370-3430 if you need more information.
When is the best time during a semester to take the test?
You should take the placement exam before you register for your first mathematics course.
When will I find out my results?
The test is graded immediately after you finish and your placement level will then be explained to you.
Where do I go to take the test?
Room 368 of the Science and Engineering Building (the main office of the Department of Mathematics and Statistics). We are in the complex southwest of Kresge Library, in the tower between Dodge and Hannah Halls.
How long will the test take?
The maximum time allotted for the I and C tests is 30 minutes. The R test is longer and has a time limit of 45 minutes. Allow an additional 10 minutes to receive instructions before the test.
What do I need to bring to the test?
Just yourself and a pencil, although you should come knowing your Grizz ID number and your active OU email address (and password).
Can I use a calculator?
No. Calculators, books and notes are not allowed as test aids.
Is there any study material I can use? How do I prepare for the test?
The Department does not encourage students to learn new material before taking the test. However, some students have found that reviewing material they have learned in the past has helped them to achieve a better score on the test.
The Department does not offer any training materials specifically tailored to the skills necessary for the placement exam. A good source for reviewing algebra and trigonometry is high school-level math textbooks; some of these are available in Kresge Library.
In addition, here are sample final exams or study sheets for MTH 061 (and answer key), MTH 062 (and answer key), and MTH 141 (and answer key). If you want to place out of MTH 061 (and into MTH 062), you should know the material on the MTH 061 study sheet. If you want to place out of MTH 062 (and into MTH 121, MTH 141, STA 225, or MTE 210), you should know the material on the MTH 062 study sheet. If you want to place out of MTH 141 (and into MTH 154, MTH 122, STA 227, or STA 228), you should know the material on the MTH 141 sample final exam.
What happens if I take the test and don't get the placement I want?
If you feel that your placement based on the test result is too low, then you may repeat the test once, after waiting a few days (and studying up on the material!).
Is there a fee to take the test?
No, the test is absolutely free!
Why do I have to take this test? I took a placement test at another school. Why don't my high school grades count as a placement?
All colleges use different methods of placement. There is no standardized placement test across Michigan. In addition, there is no standardized high school test to measure high school mathematics skills of students upon graduation.
What placement will I receive if I have taken the AP Calculus Test?
Please see the Undergraduate Placement and Prerequisites Page for information on Advanced Placement credit.
How do I get more information?
Call the Department of Mathematics and Statistics office (248-370-3430). If the secretary cannot answer your question, you will be referred to a department faculty member for academic advising.
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I wish I was 36 weeks along! lol. I'm only 26 weeks, I havent had contractions really, but I've had tons of pressure.
My dr. seems to have a similar attitiude as your dr. When I was diagnosed at my 20 week u/s, she waved her hand through the air and shrugged, saying "dont worry about it". She also wants me to try and get to 39 weeks, which Ive deemed impossible whether she likes it or not! She doesnt even deliver, shes just a GYN.
You are very close to your due date, however it seems like contractions that close together shouldnt be ignored. is there another place where you can get a second opinion? Im going to get a second opinion on this "39 week" crap my dr. gave me. lol. Good luck, I hope you feel better!
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I'm 35 weeks with a cpp and even before I had any bleeds my doctor told me they didn't want me going past 36 weeks....at least not much (36 weeks falls on xmas day). I am now in the hospital due to my second bleed and they're keeping me here until my scheduled c-section on the 29th, but I've been told I only have a 1 in 3 chance of making it that long.
I'm really surprised that your dr is not more concerned. My peri told me that the risk to me going much further past 36 weeks definitely outweighed the risk to delivering the baby. Again this was said before I'd had any bleeding, I think they said this when I was 29 or 30 weeks along.
Good luck and I hope you can get some answers!
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Thanks you guys. I am just at a lost for words. This has been my doctor with both of my kids. I have had to have a c-section with both of my other kids. I am just so shocked that I don't know what to do. I really just want to ask her why she doesn't just take him before then so that I don't have to worry about it. I am so confused. This is my first complete placenta previa with any of my pregnancies so I am just so confused. I haven't had any bleeding yet just lots and lots of contractions. I have also had lots of pressure, sometimes I feel like I am going to lose the baby the pressure is so extreme.
Tinytina, I think checking with another OB would be a great idea. Maybe even one who specializes in high risk pregnancies. Since this is your 3rd baby, I would think things have much more chance of "going quickly" for you.
I am in exactly the same position as Shannon. I will be 36 weeks on Christmas day. I have been in the hopsital for 10 days on a Mag drip to hold him off as long as possible. Our goal right now is a little after Christmas.
Very stressful situation!
There seems to be such a huge difference betweent the opinions of different doctors as to when the c-section should be done. Many seem in favour of the 36-37 week window, while others are willing to push it to 39. I think the amount of experience the doctor has with previa cases is the main factor here. My doc was a high risk only OB and took it all very seriously and insisted on 36 weeks for the c-section even though I'd only had one tiny bleed. I'd definitely consider asking your doctor why her opinion differs from that of others in the field.
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my old ob/gyn was going to make me wait til 39weeks. Not sure about my new ob I have my 2nd us Dec 31 and if its still cpp I am telling him I want her out at 37 weeks I also dont want to risk anything. With my last pg I had a e cs and it scared the h out of me I was convince something would happen to me and my oldder 2 wouldnt have a mama. The spinal hurt like h!! and it wouldnt take and then they told me they were putting me to sleep and I freaked! I dont want a e cs again.
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I just delivered my 3rd c/s baby last night at 34 weeks and 5 days. I had CPP with no prior bleeds. I was scheduled to be delivered on 1/11/10 at exactly 38 weeks. The doctor wanted to deliver at 37 weeks but I had convinced her to let me wait once extra week since I had not had any bleeding thus far.
Fast forward to a week later after we scheduled the C/S for 1/11/10. I had one bleed on Friday afternoon after doing some errands with the kids and their last day of school be christmas break. I had a few mild contractions that I really thought were more like cramps. My doctor told me to go to labor and delivery if I had any bleeding so I did. Once I got here and the bleeding stopped I thought they would send me home since the contractions also seemed to stop once I was give a IV. These contractions were nothing in my opinion. Just cramping really. My doctor was going to keep me here for 48 hours on observation in case the bleeding or contractions picked up. She said that they do not stop contractions after 34 weeks if you have had prior C/S. She was really concerned that if I went home I could start contracting again and bleed again and then not make it back in time. My doctor was freaking out about the contractions even though there was no additional bleeding. She said the uterus was iritated and since they don't do a exam to see if you are dialiting they don't really know how you are progressing. I ended up having 3 mild contractions in 1/2 hour and she decided that she didn't want to risk it anymore. I went to the OR about 1 hour later and was delivered. Once they cut me open they were able to see that my cervix was completely thinned out and that I was 3 cmm dilated. The palcenta was beginning to bulge out. She made a big deal about the very mild contractions and I am surprised that your doctor is not. My little guy is in the NICU and will be for a couple of weeks. He is on oxygen and his lungs are not fully opened yet. They thought it was better for him to be out than risk having a big bleed and harming him. I write this as I sit here in the hospital. I wish you the best of luck. I don't have any advice for you but wanted to share my story.
Again thanks you guys so much it makes me feel so much better you guys all sharing your stories with me and to get on here and read all of these stories about placenta previa. I am just so scared and now the last two days I have been having some really bad cramping like I am going to start my period and I don't know what to make of that. I go and see my doctor tomorrow and I am going to talk with her about it. I have still been having contractions but not going to Labor and Delivery for them since the doctor don't think that they will do anything although I am or was 70% effaced and sitting at a +1 station last week when I went to see her.


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Adorama Photography TV presents the Cotton Carrier Lite 522PRO, Sun-Sniper Steel, Black Rapid RS-Sport Extreme Sport Strap and Black Rapid Strap RS5. This week Mark reviews four different camera straps for use while traveling. Watch as he demonstrates the differences between straps and the uses for which they are best suited.
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