Following on the heels of the launch of the Europe Collection 2011-2012 brochure last November, Transat Holidays is emphasizing its products in Italy, where the company continues to flesh out and improve its program.

Thanks to the convenience of several flights to Rome and Venice, as well as a wide array of products, travellers enjoy as many possibilities as there are places to experience their Italian adventure. With Transat Holidays travellers will discover Italy’s delicious food, its architecture – as impressive as it is inspiring – and its passionate, pleasure-loving people. From the rugged landscapes of Sicily to enchanting maritime vistas and the charming seaside towns of the Amalfi Coast and Sorrento, the Italy of everyone’s dreams is available for all.

Coach Tours and Semi-Escorted Tours are the perfect way to acquire a general overview of the country, or the parts of it that interest any given individual. Travellers can rely on Transat Holidays’ expertise to ensure a smooth, well-organized trip. Those for whom Italian vacations mean la dolce vita will appreciate the Seaside and Countryside packages available in Italy’s most beautiful regions. For travellers who prefer a more urban adventure, with a healthy dose of Italy’s incomparable culture, Transat Holidays numerous options from City package, City Hopping or City and More packages to à la carte accommodations. Finally, those who want to view Italy from the deck of a ship can choose from 12 cruise packages with departures from Italy.

Weekly flights operated by Air Transat from Toronto:

• A direct flight to Lamezia on Tuesdays, from May 25 to October 11, 2011
• A direct flight to Pescara on Tuesdays, from June 8 to October 11, 2011
• Five direct weekly flights to Rome on Sundays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, from April 8 to October 30, 2011.
• A direct flight to Venice on Fridays, from May 6 to October 28, 2011

Year-round, Transat Holidays provides its customers across Canada with a full range of holiday products. It offers sun vacations, with a choice of more than 140 hotels, mainly in the Caribbean, Mexico and Florida, along with an impressive array of flights, packages and tours to some 30 European destinations. Transat Holidays also offers more than 100 cruises all around the world.