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guided tours of Rome
03/25/2020

ROME in the days of corona virus

Here are a few photos of the capital city of Italy taken from a helicopter that show us Rome as we have never seen before: empty! Nobody in the streets, no crows of tourists in St. Peter’s square. Please note that today is Wednesday, March 25th, 2020 the week day when the Pope gives audience: still, St.Peter’s square and area around show no people at all. The same for Piazza Venezia with the monument to...

By: violetta

11/03/2019

Sicily: flavors & mediterranean delights

In the southwestern part of Sicily, near the Greek temples of Selinunte and the ancient quarries of “Cave di Cusa” , surrounded by vineyards that stretch to the beach on the crystalline sea at Menfi, we have chosen  for you a new 4-star resort. Here you can experience the relaxing pace of the life, the flavors, the traditions and Mediterranean epicurean delights. You will enjoy gourmet eating, wine tasting, cooking classes, and olive harvesting, all...

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Vow renewal on a gondola
11/03/2019

Symbolic ceremony – vow renewal in Venice

The most romantic city in the world is certainly VENICE and if you are thinking about a very romantic way to tell your significant other that you love her/him well, did you ever think of the lovely atmosphere that a gondola offers? Wether it is a simple ceremony to celebrate your love and union or an important anniversary or event, go for it! An English speaking assistant or Master of Ceremony will meet you and accompany...

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Visiting Villa Pfanner
11/03/2019

Villa Pfanner, Lucca

Villa Pfanner is a 17th Century, recently restored, villa and garden situated in the beautiful medieval city of Lucca and it is one the city’s highlights. Ask your guide to include the visit of this historic landmark of Lucca together with the church San Michele, the Duomo San Martino, the amphitheater and the walk on the fortress surrounding the city. Beautiful statues depicting Greek gods and the Four seasons, large terracotta pots containing lemon trees, and vibrant...

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Genua Basil
10/26/2019

Pesto sauce Italian way

Pesto sauce Italian way is actually a recipe from the northern city of Genoa, in the Liguria region famous for the Cinque Terre. It is now known and appreciated world wide. It only takes 10 minutes to prepare a good pesto... once you have the right ingredients. Basil is the fundamental ingredient. It should be the variety from Liguria, which is smaller, with oval and convex leaves, light green, with a more delicate perfume than...

By: violetta