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Article Published 2008
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Research reveals that students who dine at home with their family make
higher test scores. Today's experts are finding out what my parents and
grandparents already knew about sharing mealtime, that making family
meals a priority is more than worth the nourishment it brings to the
body and soul, but it also sharpens our mental faculties as well.
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BOOK FAMOUS MUSEUMS
THROUGHOUT ITALY
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Book tickets yourself, skip the line, set the time & date that best suit your itinerary.
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Italy - Holiday Season
As with most families today, both husband and wife have jobs outside the home. The striking difference, you'll likely fine among Italian's is that they have dinner together. Often for extended period - around 1 hour, allowing each member to talk about school with the kids, family matters, and plans for the holidays.
Which brings up the holiday season in Italy, starting with St. Stephen December 24th., Christmas the 25th., New Years January 1st. followed by Befana January 6th. - similar to Santa Claws but the old witch takes the Christmas tree away and leave more candy and gifts for the kids.
Around this time also is "Settimana Bianca" in English means White Week. The family heads to the mountain for a skiing trip. To end it off, beginning February 8th. 2009 Carnival time for the next 5 weekends lots of parties, floats, contest, dancing in the streets, you name they'll have it. What a life!
On your next family trip to Italy, you might consider including activities that the kids would enjoy. Time Elevator Rome you can see, hear and feel great moments in
Roman history not as a spectator but as participant! Voyage trough 3000
years of roman history sitting on a flight simulator and experience the
ultimate overview of the eternal city. Time Elevator Rome 3-D Movie and Simulated Ride
Relive the days of ancient Rome while you glide from sight to sight on
a Segway, the coolest ride of the 21st century! Far easier than
walking, and more unique and private than a coach tour, getting around
Rome on a Segway personal transporter is a once-in-a-lifetime
experience. Rome Segway Tour
Travel into the exquisite mountain scenery of the Dolomites on a
minivan day trip from Venice. With numerous stops throughout the day,
driving time is kept to a minimum. Minivans hold only eight passengers,
ensuring you'll enjoy the benefits of a small group tour. Dolomite Mountains Day Trip from Venice by Minivan
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