VISIT EUROPE FOR TIMELESS BEAUTY   

At First Choice Travel and Cruise we have Destination Specialists who specialize in different European destinations.  Not all of us know the ins and outs of each country but ask for a certain country and I bet we have the experienced agent for you.  Contact us at 262-542-5955 or Karen@FirstChoiceTravelandcruise.com

So many beautiful countries!  So little time!  I want to see it all don't YOU??  Why not call one of our Europe Specialists today for a sample of what packages we have available that will suit YOUR needs.  Some packages come completely escorted, some are completely on your own and the most popular is a mix of escorted and independent stays.  Call Mary, Karen or Judi for the most updated European Vacations!  262-542-5955 or email Mary@FirstChoiceTravelandCruise.com

Our agents and our clients both love Globus Tours.  We can assist you with your  European Vacation, be it an escorted tour or an independent package.  We have some great ideas and suggestions for you. 
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First Choice Europe Specialists:

Judi Lapointe not only specializes in Alaska and Canada but she specializes in travel to Ireland, Scotland, England, and France. She has taken the specialist courses offered by the various countries and has travelled to these destinations to continue her studies.

"Right now people are taking the time to create wonderful memories and spending it with the special people in their lives.  I can relate to this since my daughter was married in Scotland this past year.  We traveled with family and friends to Europe, and I fell in love with the Isles all over again. The history, the charm, the accents, and of course the castle for the wedding all made it a special time for all of us."

"I had a wonderful time planning and arranging my daughter's wedding in Scotland.  Many of our friends and relatives took advantage of wonderful air fares, I found with Aer Lingus, and they spent time touring Ireland before joining us in Scotland," said Judi.

"I enjoy helping people work through the various ways they can travel to Europe and finding the way that suits them the best.  Whether it is an escorted tour, or an FIT (Foreign Independent Travel), to discover History, Literary, or your Geneology, the key is in the details of the trip.  I love worring about the details, so my client's vacation is stress free!"
  
Judi's HOT TIP: There is even an exciting tour to follow the places in the Da Vinci Code (like the book and movie) available for a short time only. 

Mary Malsch has traveled all over Europe.  She has visited many cities in Germany, Switzerland, Scotland and Austria on her own independent tour.  When she traveled to London and Paris with the Mother/Daughter/sister group on a Globus monogram trip, she enjoyed the tours, the chunnel and all the history tours.  This was a partially escorted trip but she had plenty of time on her own too!  If you are in a different country and you do not speak the language Mary suggests you try a combination tour like the monograms.  Mary enjoys putting together trips for clients that require a little investigation.  She is also an Australia specialist and is used to the challenge!

(Ask her about the Jack the Ripper tour she took in London!) 
Contact Mary 262-542-5955 mary@firstchoicetravelandcruise.com

For more information on our Europe Specialists- see our MEET OUR SPECIALISTS page!








We use certain tour companies that we know really well for all of our FIT clients (Foreign Independent Travel) with rail in Europe, because we can get them to put the whole package together after we choose the right options for you.  That is the correct rail passes, the seat reservations for high speed, and hotels. This is very important because we want all of our clients to get the most value for their money.  All our Destination Specialists treat our clients just like we would arrange our own trips, (probably much better for our clients/guests).  We like to give you lots of good options and we certainly will make suggestions to customize the trip to your own personal preferences!   Our customers are the boss!

We will also call and email ahead to our favorite hotels and let them know when our clients will be arriving.  We know which hotels to use in Paris for our France day trips, in London for longer stays and Italy for the multi stop lengthy vacations.  Location and comfort is very important to our clients out of the country.  We know who to call for buses, minivans and for short little side trips for sightseeing. We might love certain hotels in London-higher in price but some of them are in the best location for walking.  We will offer you these types of options and let you make those type of decisions.

Hope your European trip is fun, memorable and exceeds your expectations-First Choice Travel and Cruise European Specialists!

You can contact our Europe Specialists at: 262-542-5955 or Karen@FirstChoiceTravelandCruise.com, Mary@firstchoicetravelandcruise.com

ITALY is really a hot destination right now.  Everyone wants to go there and I know why!!! Gayle Zielke president of First Choice Travel and Cruise has been to Italy quite a few times and is always ready to go back!  Rome or Roma is AMAZING with so much history and so many great cathedrals and monuments....you just have to go there a couple of time.  Gayle says she doesn't mind going back to some of her favorite Italian spots but is always open to visiting the small little towns like Cefalu, Sorrento, Positano, all over Sicily and Florence is not to be missed for every woman alive!!!  So beautiful and fun.  Loved the homemade meatball pizza and the shopping too! 
Contact Gayle for a cruise to the Med or even the Baltics! trvl1st@aol.com

Here are a couple really nice tours our European Specialists can work with you on. 

Italy

If you've always wanted to float down the canals of Venice, savor a bottle of Tuscan wine in Florence, see the amazing ruins in Rome, and study the curiosity of the Leaning Tower of Pisa, now is the time. Globus has created a selection of delightful itineraries to the magnificent country of Italy. From the museums to the cathedrals, and the vineyards to the olive groves, you'll see it all on any one of our journeys to this beautiful country. 

 PACE  Leisurely, On the Go,  SIGHTSEEING  

Natural Wonders    
 City/Cultural 
A Week in Rome
8 days incl. air, or 7 days in Rome  A full week to enjoy the splendors of the Eternal City. Upon your arrival, meet your host for a welcome drink. The following morning a city tour with a local expert includes all of Rome's important sights visit the Sistine Chapel and Vatican Museums, the Forum and the Colosseum. Then plenty of time to discover Rome's hidden treasures at your own pace. Choose between two different hotels for your vacation. DIA stays at the Cicerone, a superior first-class downtown hotel located in the center of the Prati area and within a pleasant walking distance along the Tiber River to the historical Castel Sant'Angelo. DIB stays at the Claridge, a charming first-class hotel located in Parioli, one of Rome's most exclusive residential areas and close to the verdant avenues of Villa Borghese Park. 
 
PACE  is Leisurely, On the Go, Great SIGHTSEEING!

Natural Wonders     City/Cultural 
Italy's Great Cities
9 days incl. air, or 8 days Rome/Rome  This nine-day trip will show you the highlight cities of Italy, covering all the important features from St. Peter's, the Sistine Chapel, the Colosseum and the Forum in Rome to Michelangelo's David in Florence, and St. Mark's Basilica and Doges' Palace in Venice. Local experts in these cities will answer all your questions. Also included are stops in Pisa to admire the Leaning Tower and in Verona to see Juliet's Balcony. Scenic drives will show you the Tyrrhenian Coast, the Lombardian Planes, the flat Po area, the wooded Etruscan Apennine mountain range and Tuscany's Chianti wine country. In Venice your hotel is on the Grand Canal, and a private boat ride is included.

Choice Travel/Cruise 2344 W Saint Paul Ave Waukesha, WI 53188	The Europe Specialists at First Choice Travel For more information, please call (262) 542-5955

Discounts and bargains have never been better for travel to Europe, so take advantage and enjoy the beautiful historic destinations. Traditional architecture and the treasures of antiquity laid out for your enjoyment. Experience all the wonders of Europe with some great values from leading leisure travel suppliers with a variety of travel available. If you have an eye for the sophistication, culture, and traditions of Europe, look over these selections and plan your European getaway now. Historic Destinations  Northern Europe Cruise   See all the best parts of the old world. Explore ancient ruins, savor delectable cuisine and experience the delight of cruising to historic destinations. You may find yourself without words to explain the beauty you will witness, but who wouldn't be speechless after experiencing some of the most breathtaking places in the world. No matter where you go on this Northern European cruise - from famous landmarks to serene fjords to bustling city streets - you'll always find a place that seems like it was made just for you. England and Ireland The Best of Britain & Ireland On the air-inclusive price on  Globus Great Britain & Ireland vacations on British Airways, Lufthansa, US Airways, United, Austrian Airlines, SAS or Alitalia (for Italy only vacations). In England, enjoy the green hills, the noble woodlands, the perfect flowering of architecture and remarkable cultural heritage beckon visitors from around the globe. Ireland has a cool climate year round, hospitable people, incredible scenery, friendly Irish pubs, world-class golf, and historical ruins. Don't let the exchange rates keep you from visiting Ireland this year. We offer a large selection of fully inclusive tours throughout Ireland and other European countries. Your package includes numerous meals (including special event dinners), quality hotels, luxury coaches, experienced tour directors, and much more. Try an Irish Pub & Folk Tour or maybe an Irish Heritage tour Highlights Kiss the Blarney Stone Cliffs of Moher Ring of Kerry Tour Waterford Crystal Factory Blarney Woolen Mills Medieval Castle banquet and entertainment Jaunting car ride & Muckross House Cobh Heritage Center Book of Kells at Trinity College Jameson Whiskey tour Merry Ploughboy Pub Dinner Contact our agency today to learn more! Ask for a Europe Specialist.  262-542-5955 Save big on Cosmos Europe Vacations   Cosmos offers travel packages that combine the freedom of independent travel with the benefits and practicality of group travel. You can explore Europe the way you want: happening upon the unconventional discoveries that make your vacation unforgettable and doing it for less. So, book now and enjoy all that Europe has to offer with Cosmos. From the Italian Lake District to the vineyards of Tuscany Italy's Treasures   10 nights from $1899 (USD) This 12-day tour features Stresa, Santa Margherita Ligure, Montecatini Terme, Florence, and Rome. From the breathtaking scenery of the Italian Lake District and the Riviera, to the vineyards of Tuscany, to the narrow Gothic streets of Siena, and the classical ruins of Rome comes a memorable journey steeped in history, art and culture. At each stop along the way, enjoy the delectable aroma and taste sensation of the region's sumptuous food and wine. RIVER CRUISING IS HOT,HOT,HOT RIGHT NOW!!! The fastest growing in popularity way to see EUROPE is by river cruising.  See what Gayle Zielke, president of First Choice Travel and Cruise says about her AVALON WATERWAY CRUISE!

THIS SECTION IS FOR 18 - 35 YEAR OLDS ONLY!!!!
For those of you who want to travel to Europe with others their own age 18 -35 years, we have the perfect company for you.  Everyone that we sent on these superior and budget tours really loved it.  Many of our clients request a tour package with flexibility.  Some are younger singles and do not want anyone else near 40 years old on their tour.  This is perfect for you.   Let us tell you about the special tours we have for you to choose from.  Contact us at waukesha@firstchoicetravelandcruise.com

Thinking of going to Europe?  Why not try a cruise and see as much of Europe as you can without packing and unpacking!!  See what our clients say about their cruise to the Mediterranean and Baltic cruises on the Europe link below.

For comments on our clients Europe and Mediteranean trips see Europe Show and Tell!