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Touring Tuscany: Where To Go And What To Do

August 10, 2022 by Alex Belsey1 Comment

Tuscany is a historic Italian province which showcases the very best of Italian culture, architecture, food, and wine. Its strategic location on the West coast has meant that it has been colonised many times under many rulers, first by the Roman empire in 351 BC to the Napoleonic empire in 1808. As a small and visually stunning Italian province, which is easily accessible by car, Tuscany makes an ideal destination for keen tourists and has an … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Architecture, Art, Culture, Florence, Food and Wine, History, Italy, Music, Rome, Shopping Mall, Tuscany, Vineyards, Wildlife, Wine Tasting

Mark Jason Williams, Award-Winning Playwright, Essayist and Travel Writer

July 15, 2022 by Teh Chin Liang2 Comments

Q. Traveling is a universal experience that everyone takes pleasure in, but being a gay traveler comes with its own set of complexity and challenges. How do you define LGBTQ travel and why LGBTQ travel matters in your opinion? I think the definition of LGBTQ travel is constantly evolving, and that’s a great thing. Twenty years ago, being a gay traveler meant I only felt comfortable going to certain spots, like San Francisco or Miami, where … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Interviews · Tagged: America, Amsterdam, Antarctica, Arizona, Art, Beach, Chicago, Desert, Ecuador, England, Europe, Florence, Hawaii, History, Ice Cream, Iceland, Idaho, Illinois, Internet, Italy

6 Stops for Your Oregon Campervan Trip

March 10, 2022 by Mark Joy1 Comment

The Oregon Coast is a beautiful drive for any traveler, but it can also be an ideal trip for those who are traveling with their camper van.  The coast has many different sights to see and explore, including Cannon Beach, Cape Disappointment, and Florence.  If you're looking to take your time exploring this picturesque coastline in the Pacific Northwest of America, then these are some of the places you will want to stop at along the way! Before … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: America, Animal Rescue, Aquarium, Bakeries, Beach, Beer, Bridges, Caves, Coffee, Desert, Drinking, Fishing, Florence, Food and Wine, Garden, Helicopter, Hiking, History, Ice Cream, Journey

Best European Escapes To Get Closer To Nature

November 21, 2019 by Penny MartinelliLeave a Comment

Europe is every traveller’s dream destination. It will always have something for every type of traveller there is. If you prefer the outdoors and love to commune with nature, here are a few of the best places you can include on your must-visit in Europe. The Catalonian Region, Spain Catalonia (or Catalunya as it is known in Catalan, the language in this region) is located at the northeastern side of Spain. Its most popular is probably the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Art, Beach, Bicycle, Britain, Castle, Caves, Costa Brava, Drinking, England, Europe, Florence, France, Hiking, Italy, Mountain Climbing, Portugal, River Rafting, Rock climbing, Scuba Diving, Spain

4 Secret Romantic Places for Couples

July 18, 2019 by Emma van DijkLeave a Comment

Are you planning a romantic getaway with your partner? Whether it is for a honeymoon or an anniversary celebration, there are many places perfect for your romantic trip. Brewing ideas for your romantic getaway is exciting in itself. There are so many possible things to do, to surprise, and to spoil your beloved. But oftentimes, people get a little stressed out with the whole planning too, especially when they want to make this trip flawless … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Amsterdam, Beach, Castle, Cruising, Europe, Florence, Food and Wine, Germany, Hiking, Honeymoon, Indonesia, Internet, Italy, Mediterranean, Mountain Climbing, Paradise, Paris, Rainforest, Resort, Romantic

Guide to Cinque Terre

May 10, 2019 by Adrienne ClementLeave a Comment

The Cinque Terre is a collection of 5 colourful villages built in the Cliffside in the Italian Riviera.  I've had Cinque Terre on my bucket list ever since I saw an iconic photo of this part of Italy in National Geographic. When I was planning my trip to France and Italy in the Summer of 2017, I knew I wanted to check it out.  It was the perfect stop between Nice and Florence; it took about 5 hours to get to the Cinque Terre by train … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Castle, Caves, Desert, Florence, Food and Wine, France, Italy, Mediterranean, Mountain Climbing, National Geographic, Olives, Restaurants, Rick Steves, Riviera, Village, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Paso Robles CAB Collective Wineries Producing World Class Bordeaux

March 21, 2018 by Steve MirskyLeave a Comment

Wine making may have begun in Paso Robles as early as 1797 with the Spanish missionaries but it wasn’t until 6 wineries were established throughout the 1940s that the region began developing a reputation for premium California wine. Fast forward to today where some reds, particularly Cabernet Sauvignon, "out Bordeaux" France's Bordeaux and rival certain internationally recognized wine regions north of San Francisco. The Paso Robles CAB … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Antiques, Art, California, Caves, China, Chocolate, Culture, Drinking, Florence, France, Italy, Louisiana, Music, Napa Valley, Nightlife, Resort, San Francisco, Shopping Mall, Spain, Technology

Summer Holiday Spots Not To Miss In Europe

May 25, 2017 by Izzy RLeave a Comment

Planning a summer escape in Europe can be an overwhelming task. With so many places to explore, which one should you pick? If you need inspiration, have a look at the ideas below and discover the best destinations to check out. Barcelona, Spain Summer is the perfect time to visit Barcelona, one of Spain’s treasures. It is a great opportunity to revel in the beauty of the city’s architecture. The work of Gaudi will surely be unmissable. You … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Mini Post · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Britain, Culinary travel, Culture, England, Europe, Florence, Food and Wine, France, History, Italy, London, Museum, Music, Norway, Paris, Restaurants, Spain, Sports

Celebrate the first day of summer with Cyber Summer Discounts

June 20, 2016 by Golie Alemi1 Comment

Online shoppers don't need to wait until the days after Thanksgiving to save big. Cyber Summer deals are available today for 24 hours only — 19 select hotels and resorts are offering exclusive summer savings to celebrate the first official day of summer. Starting at midnight EST travelers will find discounted rates averaging 35% and up to 50% in savings. So whether you want to visit Europe, Latin America, the Caribbean or South Florida, it's … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Press Releases · Tagged: America, Beach, Caribbean, Costa Rica, Europe, Florence, Florida, Hot springs, Italy, Paradise, Photography, Rainforest, Resort, Romantic, Sand, Ski Trip, Spa, Tuscany, Village, Volcano

Marchesi Antinori Chianti Classico Cellar: Tuscany, Italy – May 2016

May 1, 2016 by Dave2 Comments

After 600 years, the Antinori Family, arguably Italy's most well-known wine family opened their newest estate winery to the public in early 2013 (by appointment). The cellar is located about 25 minutes from Florence and 30 minutes from Siena. While this is a large winery (67,000 square feet), its physical footprint is barely seen because the entire winery and parking facilities are located underground and are built into the side of a hill. The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Florence, Food and Wine, Italy, Museum, Restaurants, Tuscany, Wine Tasting

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