“Stars are not a secure way to find the perfect hotel.” After reading this sentence in an American novel, uttered by a famous globetrotter, a smart travel agent would realise that the success of a good trip is the experience you have, and t...[...]
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Recipe of the week: Home-made vanilla ice cream (Gelato alla vaniglia)
Nothing says summer more than ice cream, and no one makes ice cream like the Italians! This authentic Italian recipe for vanilla ice cream may not be the healthiest, but you can rest assured that with actual vanilla bean pods, full-fat milk and full-fa...[...]
May 15th, 2013 - 2:44 am § in Destinations, Italy travel blogs
Photograph of the week: the Colosseum
The Colosseum in Rome is widely considered to be one of the greatest works of Roman architecture and engineering. This particular shot of the famous landmark was a thirty second exposure, which allowed the clouds to travel and give a sense of movemen...[...]
Mystical Mediterranean, from USTravel
Did I mention I’m stuck on all-things-Italy? It’s a weakness. Given time, you, too, will succumb. Here are some special deals from USTravel to get you in the mood! Tuscany & Umbria Biking: Undiscovered Umbria to Cortona, Land of t...[...]
May 11th, 2013 - 5:36 pm § in Destinations, Greece travel blogs, Italy travel blogs, Spain travel blogs
Top 5 destinations for a luxurious villa getaway
If, like us, you judge the perfect place to rest your head by its proximity to sun, sea and sand, then look no further. Here we provide a round-up to our top five destinations for a luxurious villa getaway. These are places that are certain to please e...[...]
Top 5 destinations when chartering a superyacht in the Mediterranean
The West Mediterranean is the place in Europe to charter a superyacht during the Summer months. There are many different destinations to head to from May through to September, each with their own unique appeal and where you can enjoy a life of luxury....[...]
May 2nd, 2013 - 7:53 am § in Destinations, Italy travel blogs
The history of luxury travel – Emilio Pucci
When one hears “resort wear”, it’s doubtful that Olympic skiing or the Italian parliament comes to mind. Enter Emilio Pucci, the man who single-handedly put bright, graphic prints on the international fashion stage. With the world having to r...[...]
May 1st, 2013 - 9:11 am § in Australia travel blogs, Destinations, Italy travel blogs, Journals, United States travel blogs
The Radar: Travel Lately
The Radar: The top travel news, stories, trends, and ideas from across the web. Got Radar? Follow us on Twitter @NatGeoTraveler and tag your favorite travel stories with #NGTRadar. Check back on the blog each Wednesday for our Travel Lately roundup.[...]
April 30th, 2013 - 1:11 pm § in Destinations, Italy travel blogs
Meet Christina Clavio, a Private Tour Guide in Florence, Italy
If you’re looking for a local expert (and authentic Italian!) to help make your holiday in Tuscany unforgettable, look no further than Cristina Clavio.