Travel Italy.
Rome - spend a few days, see the fountains, ruins, etc. Leave before too long, there's much more to see elsewhere.
Venice - amazing. Undescribable, just watch what season you go. Flood season is not that great.
Florence - the crown jewel of Italy, in my humble opinion. This is the city you go to Europe to see. Lots of art, culture, good food, etc.
Milan - great shopping, nice places to eat, maybe a little too trendy at times.
Little Towns in Italy - make sure you stop along the way. Many towns have their own liquers to try, many others have nice, cheap places to eat.
What to Buy - Gold and Leather are cheap. Also, check out the Gucci fashions, etc. if you are into that kind of stuff. Don't forget to take two bottles of booze home with you! Don't shop too much in Rome - it can be too touristy, and the prices can be higher.