Spend a long weekend in Italy this winter with a new $499 vacation special from Alitalia Vacations. Saving more than $300 off the price of self-packaging, this three-night getaway to Rome or Florence turns an Italian daydream into an affordable reality.

With this offer all departures are on Thursdays -- making for a perfect Roman holiday.

The offer includes:

• Roundtrip air from New York City to Rome or Florence (nonstop to Rome)
• Airline fuel surcharges
• Three nights' accommodations in 3-star hotels (upgrades available)
• Breakfast daily
• Option to add sightseeing tours at discounted prices

Departure dates: Rome: Nov. 26; Dec. 3, 10; Jan. 14, 21, 28; Feb. 4, 18. Florence: Jan. 14, 21, 28; Feb. 4, 11, 18, 25. (Additional departures November-March are available from +$50.)

Note: On select dates this package is also available from Miami for the same $499 price. Or fly from Chicago on select dates for $60 more. Check online or call for details.

To Book: Call Alitalia Vacations at 800-914-9000 ask for the Five-Day Rome or Florence Value Vacation and mention promo code TZAZ100 to get the $499 price. For more information and to book online, click here and follow these steps:

1. Click on desired vacation option link
2. Review highlights then click on the "Dates & Prices" tab
3. Select desired departure date (Note: Select from the $599 prices; in a later step, you will enter a promo code to deduct $100 per person)
4. At the bottom of the page you will have the option to change departure city and add additional nights; then hit the "Continue" button
5. Review itinerary and select optional tours if desired, then hit the "Book" tab
6. Type promo code TZAZ100 into the corresponding box and hit "Submit." You should see $100 per person deducted from final price
7. Click on "Continue to Contact & Billing Information" tab to complete reservation

Taxes of $120 per person are extra.

Travelzoo Update (2 pm CT, Oct. 20): This package is now sold out at the $499 price to Rome on the Nov. 26 departure.