3101. Tuscan Olive Oil: From the Source to the Table
April 29, 2017
There are few things more quintessentially Tuscan than olive oil. A staple part of the culture and one of the region’s most famous exports, no visits or tours of Tuscany would be complete without sampling its golden flavours. The Tuscans have been farming olives since the days of the Etruscans, rely...
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3102. The Secrets of the Ponte Vecchio
April 29, 2017
Alongside David in the Uffizi, and the famous dome of Cathedral, the Ponte Vecchio is the essential stopping point on all Florence tours. Gazing down at the waters of the River Arno, gleaming in the sunshine, and reflecting the towers of the city, it’s not hard to see why. But how much do you know a...
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3103. The Fabulous Flavours of Florentine Cuisine
April 29, 2017
Florentines know how to enjoy the dolce vita, and the core ingredient is unquestionably the food. Florentine cooking is essentially Tuscan and has its own speciality dishes, based around grilled meats, good breads, parmesan and of course, the star of the show: Tuscan extra virgin olive oil. To reall...
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3104. The Six Bridges of Florence
April 29, 2017
Florence, city of art, towers, and beautiful bridges, which span the river Arno and harmoniously criss-cross the medieval city. Of the six bridges, five were bombed in the Second World War, but have been reconstructed to match their former glory, and each has its own character and historical secrets...
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3105. From Green to Steam Room: The Best Luxury Golf & Spa Resorts
April 29, 2017
Whether you take your golfing seriously, or just take pleasure in pottering around putting, a luxury golfing holiday which expertly combines superb golf with decadent pampering in a top spa is a delightful break that offers the best of both worlds.
The Ritz-Carlton (Abama, Tenerife)<...
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3106. Madeira, Made for Wine
April 29, 2017
Madeira enjoys more than its fair share of festivals: throughout the summer the Madeirans, and those fortunate enough to join them on this beautiful island, celebrate the lemon, banana and onion (limão, banana and cebola respectively) in specially-organised festive occasions in different rural locat...
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3107. Exploring the Wonderful Western Coast of Sicily
April 29, 2017
I've been helping clients plan Sicily holidays for more than three decades and, in my opinion, the western part of the island is one of the most fascinating and authentic destinations in all of Italy. It's absolutely brimming with history, culture and traditional cuisine, but it's more than that; I ...
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3108. Culture Vultures: Flock to Paphos, Cyprus!
April 29, 2017
It doesn’t take much to slip back in time in this town: history and culture seem to ooze from the very stone walls around you. Meander through the charming Old Town and enjoy a drink at one of many little cafés or pleasant bars down by the harbour. After you’ve absorbed a bit of the ancient vibe, en...
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3109. All Aboard the Agape Rose: Explore the Dalmatian Coast in Style
April 29, 2017
For anyone who loves sailing, a cruise along the Dalmatian Coast of Croatia would have to be at the top of the bucket list. Even for those who've never considered the idea before, a trip aboard the luxury vessel MS Agape Rose is enough to turn a die-hard landlubber into a dedicated sailor. I've help...
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3110. Magical Walking Holidays in Croatia
April 28, 2017
Dramatic coastlines, woodlands with an air of the mystical and blue, blue lakes are around every corner in this walker’s paradise. Croatia stands out because of its rich variety of nature: you can wander past spectacular waterfalls, stroll around impossibly blue lakes and explore lush islands —all o...
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Author: Laura Jeeves
