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When in Italy, Eat Like the Italians!
When in Italy, Eat Like the Italians! Posted by guest blogger: Krista Haynes Eating in Italy is like entering a culinary landscape far removed from what Americans have become accustomed to, where time remains still, and recipes have been passed down for generations. I have visions […]
Cooking class in Florence
Cooking class in Florence Each year I spend some time at Costanza’s renaissance villa in Florence. Sometimes I bring group of people to gather together for a cooking class, and walk in the olive orchards or enjoy an outdoor feast of pizza freshly baked in the […]
The beauty of Paracus, Peru
The beauty of Paracus: Peru’s often overlooked destination By Eva Stelzer It’s extremely popular to want to tick off those “10,000 places to see before you die,” but when you do travel to a bucket list destination, be sure to seek out nearby places that give […]
Cook under the Tuscan Sun
Cooking Class in Tuscany Cooking with Costanza: a culinary adventure to awaken and inspire all your senses and allow you to experience the very essence of Italy! The Renaissance Villa, on a hill with all of Florence spread out below, focuses on regional cuisine that is […]
Journey to the bottom of the earth
Hiking in Southern Patagonia The moment my husband and I arrive in El Calafate, an oasis town in Southern Patagonia’s desert, we know that our decision to travel to Argentina’s outback wilderness was right. It is exotic and exciting. Birds dig their webbed feet into the […]
Breakfast in Tuscany
Breakfast in Tuscany Some mouth-watering delights from Italy By Eva Stelzer Starting breakfast with dessert is a slightly wicked Tuscan tradition that I thoroughly enjoy. At Florence’s Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco, the chef’s freshly baked crostata is a sensory delight. The sweet jam oozed in my […]
Guided walks Italy
Guided Walks in Italy A great way to connect with a place is on a guided walk or day tour with a local expert. In Italy, we have amazing one day and week-long guided walks and tours to suit every fitness level. You may wonder why […]
Costa Rica Volcanoes and Manuel Antonio
Discover rich ecological wonders as you walk or zipline above the treetop canopy on suspended bridges. Gain firsthand knowledge of Costa Rica’s habitats as you explore with your highly trained naturalist guides, keeping an eye out for caimans, monkeys, river otters, toucans and butterflies. Explore the […]
Paracus Peru
Highlights in Paracus Tailor-made-travel* through our concierge service. Visit the only marine protected area in Peru with incredible wildlife similar to that of the Galapagos Islands. Try sandboarding on desert dunes of the Paracus peninsula. Dine under the desert stars. Fly over the Nazca lines. Suggested […]
5 Great Tuscan Hotel Breakfasts
5 Great Tuscan Hotel Breakfasts For a great Tuscan hotel breakfast try starting your morning with dessert. It’s a decadent Tuscan norm that I thoroughly enjoy. At Florence’s Hotel Il Guelfo Bianco, the chef’s freshly baked crostata is a sensory delight. A sweet flat bread cake, […]
WORLD TRAVEL
WORLD TRAVEL We offer travel anywhere in the world through our concierge service. Tell us where in the world you want to go and we’ll make it happen.* We have some amazing ready-to- book adventures to choose from. Or, if you’re looking for something more customized […]
TWO TERRIFIC CHIANTI WINES
Chianti is one of the central regions in Tuscany. Chianti wines, formerly recognized by the squat bottles encased in a straw basket has now joined the rest of the region as one of the major producers of elegant water for the gods. The Chianti recipe as […]
