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Travel Opportunities and Daily Events - Picture Yourself Exploring Italy
"CIU is a great opportunity for young entrepreneurs to learn about culture, civilizations, different methods of doing business and, most importantly, about yourself."
Federico Carranza-Kopper, University of Kansas, Fall 2001
Travel breaks are purposely not structured so that students have the flexibility to travel where and with whom they choose. It is up to the students to find travel partners/groups. There is usually at least one other person who has the same interest in traveling to a particular destination so there are plenty of opportunities to meet and get to know many people.
Courses are also scheduled to encourage travel opportunities for students. Convenient rail connections allow visits within Italy and to France, Germany, Switzerland, Austria and many Eastern European countries. Winter weekend ski trips give students access to some of the best slopes Europe has to offer, while the beaches near Venice are considered among the finest in Europe. Students returning from the CIU experience describe it as the highlight of their college careers.
Paderno is located near the base of Mount Grappa, which is a great resource for hiking and sight seeing. There are other outdoor activities nearby such as rafting, horseback riding, and bicycling. There is also fantastic shopping located in Asolo, Bassano, and Venice, as well as some outlet stores like Northface, Benetton, and Diesel. There is also an open-air market in nearby Crespano Del Grappa held every Sunday morning that is easily within walking distance. A movie theatre and bowling alley are within driving distance as well as some great restaurants. Paderno itself has several restaurants and cafes within walking distance that students enjoy.
