Work Abroad Program                                   Dr. Gary Praetzel Dean, College of Hospitality and Tourism Ext. 8272 (St. Vincent’s Hall) gdp@niagara.edu

The College of Hospitality and Tourism Management has developed a unique, full-time, 10- week work abroad program in Lake Como, Italy, one of the most scenic areas in the world. Lake Como is one of the picturesque Italian lakes located in northern Italy with Switzerland a few miles away. One of the participating properties is the 10-acre Villa d’Este, a grand hotel located in Cernobbio on Lake Como. The Villa d’Este is a Leading Hotel of the World and had been ranked as both Europe’s number one hotel and the number hotel one in the world. Students live at the property and receive free room and board.