Join TravelWorld and Tom Williams from 28/22 News for a breathtaking journey through Northern Italy and Switzerland’s Lake District.

Experience the timeless beauty of Lake Maggiore, Lake Lugano, and the legendary Lake Como. You will take boat cruise across waters of Lake Maggiore and Lake Como, travel by scenic train through the Italian Alps to the Swiss town of Locarno, and immerse yourself in the charm, culture, and flavors of this unforgettable region.

A familiar face to thousands of local TV viewers, Tom Williams is a Luzerne County native and award-winning journalist who joined the 28/22 News Morning Team in March 2023.

A proud Penn State University graduate and member of the Golden Key International Honor Society, Tom began his career at WILK Radio before moving into television, where he went on to anchor the morning news for more than 30 years.

Throughout his distinguished career, Tom has earned numerous accolades, including an Associated Press Award and a Broadcaster’s Award for outstanding reporting.

Warm, trusted, and deeply rooted in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Tom brings decades of experience, insight, and heart to every story he tells.

Established in 1975, TravelWorld has guided generations of travelers on unforgettable group tours and cruises, earning a reputation built on trust, experience, and heart.

Born and raised in Northeastern Pennsylvania, Matt Kizis is a retired Pennsylvania State Trooper and dual U.S.–Italian citizen whose passion for travel and genuine appreciation for cultural connection inspire his leadership at TravelWorld.

As an owner of TravelWorld, Matt is proud to carry forward the company’s 50-year legacy of trusted travel service. His mission extends beyond selling trips as he is devoted to curating meaningful experiences that connect people, celebrate cultures, and create memories that last a lifetime.

Depart the USA for your unforgettable journey through Italy’s breathtaking Lake District.

• Welcome to Italy!

• Arrive in Milan at 7:30 AM on flight UA 19. Meet your European Tour Director and board your deluxe motorcoach for a scenic drive to Stresa, a charming resort town nestled on Lake Maggiore, facing the beautiful Borromean Islands.

• Your Tour Director will lead you on a brief orientation walk through Stresa

• After checking into the beautiful Hotel Regina Palace, enjoy free time for lunch at one of the many restaurants near the hotel.

• Overnight: Hotel Regina Palace, Stresa, which is right by the lake.

• Breakfast & Dinner included

• Begin your morning with breakfast at your hotel starting at 7:00 AM

• Today, enjoy a guided walking tour of Stresa, known for it’s elegant lakeside, flower-lined promenades, and old-world charm.

• We will then take a scenic boat to the Borromean Islands to visit Isola Bella, with its impressive palace and gardens, and Isola dei Pescatori, a picturesque fishing village.

• Dinner on your own tonight. • Breakfast included

• Centovalli Railway Adventure

• Depart in the morning for Domodossola, where you’ll board the Centovalli Railway for a two-hour scenic train ride through stunning valleys, arriving in Locarno, Switzerland.

• Enjoy time for optional lunch, sightseeing, and shopping.

• At 4:00 PM, board a ferry for a relaxing return ride along Lake Maggiore, arriving in Stresa by 6:20 PM.

• Breakfast & Dinner included

• Excursion to Switzerland – Lake Lugano

• Spend the day exploring Lugano, the largest city in Switzerland’s Italian-speaking region of Ticino. Set on a stunning lake, it offers a perfect mix of natural beauty and cosmopolitan flair. Enjoy free time to shop, stroll, and relax.

• Return to your hotel in Stresa for dinner.

• Breakfast & Dinner included

• After breakfast, travel to Como for a walking tour of its historic center.

• Upon arrival in Como, renowned for its fine silk, your Tour Operator will lead you on a leisurely walk through this refined town. From there, step aboard your private boat and glide across the lake, admiring the magnificent villas that grace its shores. Continue cruising north, passing grand estates, including the celebrated residence of George Clooney, before arriving in the enchanting town of Bellagio. While in Bellagio, enjoy leisure time to explore its boutiques, cafés, and picturesque waterfront before reboarding your private boat for a scenic return journey to Como. • Board your motorcoach back to Stresa

• Breakfast included. Dinner on your own

• Today, travel to Milan, Italy’s dynamic secondlargest city. Enjoy a panoramic city tour including the magnificent Duomo, passing by the world-renowned La Scala Opera House, and stroll through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II where you can shop at the most elegant stores in Europe.

• Spend your afternoon at leisure shopping or relaxing.

• Return to Stresa. Dinner on your own.

• Breakfast included

• Departure Day

• Breakfast begins at 5:00 AM.

• Transfer to Milan Malpensa Airport for your 9:45 AM return flight (UA 18).

• Thank you for joining us—safe travels home!

• Breakfast included