Stay at 4-star accommodations in three different cities - because you can’t study the beauty of the Renaissance without similarly stylish lodgings.

Your study abroad starts at home, with six weeks of online seminars on Shakespeare’s Italian plays and sonnets - plus some bonus offerings online and in person in Los Angeles. You’ll be led by two professors of Renaissance literature—your personal guides from start to finish.

From Shakespearean locales to other book lovers’ must-sees, from unmissable attractions to off-the-beaten-path gems, you’ll see the best these cities have to offer—with enough free time to find your own favorite places, or to enjoy that extra nap, cappuccino, or glass of vino.

Gather each afternoon or evening for a short session preparing you for the next day’s art, literature, and experiences. Skip the extra readings in favor of an evening stroll any time you want—or linger with us for more literature and camaraderie.

We’ll send you our favorite editions of the poems and plays we’re studying—including plenty of background information and scholarship, and even some drawings for when you get tired of iambic pentameter.

We’ll handle high-speed train tickets between cities and all of the costs and

logistics of moving around between stations, hotels, and excursion sites. We’ll even take an artsy photo of you riding the vaporetto (water bus) in Venice with the wind in your hair.

Reward yourself for your hard work (self-improvement through literature isn’t easy!) with a daily group aperitivo. Let us treat you to our favorite local haunts, snacks, and drinks (wine, cocktails, and/or nonalcoholic choices).

Balance your mind’s good work with a treat for your body: optional yoga sessions with Q, a longtime yogi and certified instructor. Suitable for all ages/bodies/experience levels!

With a maximum size of 16, our program is designed to build a tight-knit community. And did we mention that we love traveling, and learning, and teaching? Join us and let us share our joy with you!