packing list from Paulo

Paulo Faustini

ATTIRE: (all participants)
➢ Sturdy, comfortable, walking shoes for steep, medieval, and rough cobblestone streets
➢ One or two dressy, casual outfits - (elegant Summer attire) (men – no jacket/ties required)
➢ Casual, summer wear
➢ Sweater and/or light jacket for evenings
➢ NOTE: no shorts or bare shoulders in ANY church in Italy - you will not be allowed to enter. You may wear Bermuda shorts during our rehearsals at San Giovanni e Paolo.

CONCERT ATTIRE: (singers only) NOTE: Black choir folders for all singers

Women:
➢ Long, black skirt, palazzo pants, or “car wash” pants (ankle or floor length for skirts)
➢ Black, ¾ length sleeved top (no short sleeves) - simple and understated
➢ Black, comfortable flats or dress sandals (remember, cobblestone steep hills!)
➢ Simple, one-strand necklace and/or small earrings (no colorful or “shimmery” hair accessories, please.)

Men:
➢ Black dress pants (no jeans)
➢ Black belt
➢ Black, long-sleeved cotton dress shirt (no tie) with collar
➢ Black comfortable dress shoes and black socks

Both: NO perfume, cologne or scented hairspray; Deodorant, YES!

Hotel and Restaurants

We're staying at:

Hotel dei Duchi

"Hotel dei Duchi is located only a few steps from a main square in Spoleto, and less than a 15-minute walk from virtually all of the main sights in the town. It actually overlooks the Roman Theater.... The room was commodious, the staff were service-oriented, there was free access to a public computer in the lobby--and parking was convenient and free! The restaurant was fine--but not as memorable as the hotel."

"Not to be missed is the Rocca Fortress..."

"The family is very nice and they do speak English. The breakfast and the wait staff were very good also. We asked for two plates of cabrese and they set up a special place on the terrace just for us with not only the cabrese but also olives, bread, olive oil and white table cloth with a candle."

"Spoleto is a sweetly interesting medieval town with many cafes shops walking tours and more."

Restaurants from TripAdvisor:

Popular Spoleto Restaurants

1. La Torretta
	Average price: $1 Cuisine: Italian Address: Via Filitteria, 43, 06049 Spoleto, Italy - 0.6 miles from city center Tel: +39 0743 44 954 Reviews: Apr 27, 2011: "We came back to Umbria for this..." Nov 13, 2010: "Another Spoleto Gem" See All 11 Reviews
2. Ristorante Palazzo del Papa
	Price range*: €29-64 Cuisine: Italian Recommended For: Families with children, Romance, Large groups, Doing business, Local cuisine, Special occasions Address: loc. Palazzo del Papa | Strettura, 06040 Spoleto, Italy Tel: 074354140 Reviews: Apr 28, 2011: "Mouthwatering Umbrian Specialities" Mar 25, 2011: "qualità e professionalità al tuo..."
3. Ristorante Apollinaire
	Cuisine: Italian Address: Via S Agata 14, Spoleto, Italy - 0.8 miles from city center Tel: 0743 22 32 56 Reviews: Oct 18, 2010: "Amazing food, what food should..." Jan 7, 2008: "Apollinaire- go there" See All 4 Reviews
4. Taverna dello Spagna
	Recommended For: Local cuisine Address: Via Fontesecca, 06049 Spoleto, Italy Tel: 0743.420188 Reviews: May 1, 2011: "Mangiare biologico nel centro..." Apr 3, 2011: "Un posto che merita la visita" See All 3 Reviews
5. Ristorante Canasta
	Address: Piazza della Liberta 14, 06049 Spoleto, Italy Tel: +39 (0)74340205 Reviews: Jan 29, 2011: "ottima cucina"
6. La Fattoria
	Cuisine: Italian Address: Via della Cava, 32 | San Giovanni di Baiano, 06049Spoleto, Italy - 3.2 miles from city center Tel: 39 0743 53243 Reviews: Jun 23, 2008: "A great place to stay near Spoleto"
7. Tempio del Gusto
	Price range*: $39-156 Cuisines: Italian, International Address: Spoleto, Italy - 0.8 miles from city center Reviews: Mar 27, 2011: "Exceptional dining experience." Oct 5, 2010: "Lost but happy" See All 41 Reviews
8. Ristorante Apollinare
	Price range*: $36-143 Cuisine: Italian Address: via S. Agata 14, Spoleto, Italy - 0.8 miles from city center Tel: +390743223256 Reviews: Nov 20, 2010: "Feel-good food" Jul 12, 2010: "Delicious" See All 10 Reviews
9. Ristorante Le Casaline
	Cuisine: Italian Address: 8, Via delle Torrette | Poreta di Spoleto, Spoleto, Italy - 5.9 miles from city center Tel: 0743521113 Reviews: May 6, 2011: "Perfetto" Apr 15, 2011: "Ottimo ristorante" See All 7 Reviews
10. Cantina de' Corvi
	Cuisine: Italian Address: Piazzetta S.S. Giovanni e Paolo, 10/A, 06049 Spoleto,Italy - 7.5 miles from city center Tel: +39 0743.44475 Reviews: May 18, 2010: "Gourmet Delight" Nov 27, 2008: "Hidden gem, superb food..." See All 5 Reviews

Things to do in Spoleto

Popular Spoleto Things to Do

1. La Rocca
	Attraction type: History Museums Address: Via del Ponte, Spoleto, Italy - 0.9 miles from city center Reviews: May 1, 2011: "Da non perdere" Nov 14, 2009: "要塞兼博物館"
2. Gusto Wine Tours
	Attraction type: Wineries, Tours Address: Fabbri Colle, 21, 06036 Montefalco, Italy - 9.5 miles from city center Tel: +39 338 329 8691 Reviews: May 2, 2011: "A wonderful, relaxing, fun day, in..." Apr 12, 2011: "The highlight of our trip" See All 31 Reviews
3. Palazzo Trinci
	Address: Piazza della Repubblica, 06034 Foligno, Italy - 14.7 miles from city center Tel: +39 (0)742 357989 Reviews: Mar 11, 2011: "Il più insigne dei palazzi di..."
4. The Tower's Bridge (Ponte delle Torri)
	Description: Built in 1350 AD to create an easy access road to Montelucco, this stately bridge is 264 feet high and 760 feet long, and features nine tall pylons that separate its narrow graceful arches. Attraction type: Historic Sites, Bridges Address: Via del Ponte, Spoleto, Italy - 0.9 miles from city center Reviews: Oct 1, 2010: "A walker's paradise" Nov 26, 2008: "Ancient aqueduct" See All 4 Reviews
5. Duomo Spoleto
	Attraction type: Religious Sites Address: Piazza Duomo, Spoleto, Italy - 0.7 miles from city center Tel: 0743/44307 Reviews: Nov 26, 2008: "Some unique artwork" Nov 14, 2009: "フィリッポ・リッピの傑作フレスコ"
6. Eremo della Carceri
	Description: The retreat high in the mountains above Assisi where St. Francis frequently stayed to meditate and pray. Attraction type: Historic Sites, Religious Sites, Landmarks/ Points of Interest Address: Via Ermeo delle Carceri, Assisi, Italy - 23.2 miles from city center Tel: 075-812-301 Reviews: Apr 30, 2005: "The Retreat of Your Life" Aug 4, 2010: "Eine Oase der Stille im Bergwald"
7. Santa Maria delle Rose
	Attraction type: Religious Sites Address: Via Santa Maria delle Rose, 10, 06081 Assisi, Italy - 23.4 miles from city center Reviews: Jul 8, 2010: "I came upon this exhibition by..." Apr 2, 2007: "Assisi an Exhibition you must see"
8. Arco DI Druso
	Description: This arch, built in 1st century, was used as an entry way to the Roman Forum. Attraction type: Historic Sites, Architectural Buildings Address: Piazza del Mercato, Spoleto, Italy - 0.8 miles from city center Reviews: Nov 14, 2009: "紀元２３年の古いアーチ"
9. Sant'Eufemia
	Attraction type: Ballets Address: Via Saffi | between Piazza del Duomo and Piazza del Mercato, Spoleto, Italy - 10.3 miles from city center Tel: 0743/23101 Reviews: Nov 14, 2009: "ロマネスクの重厚さ"
10. Teatro Romano
	Attraction type: Theaters Address: Piazza della Liberta, Spoleto, Italy - 0.8 miles from city center