Irish Eye Candy: Killahoey Beach

Killahoey Beach, Dunfanaghy, Donegal, Ireland

Killahoey Blue Flag Beach (Tra na Cille) is located close to the town of Dunfanaghy (Dun Fionnachaidh) on the northern coast of County Donegal.

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Hotel Spotlight: Una Hotel Palace, Catania

Una Hotel Palace
Via Etnea 218 : Catania : ITALY : Phone 39 095 2505111

A prestigious building dating back to the early 1900s, in the artistic and commercial heart of Catania, was already an historical luxury hotel. The restoration project has been carried out in the view of maintaining the Sicilian style and traditional cultural heritage. The hotel provides 94 rooms and 9 meeting rooms, fitness centre, Turkish bath, indoor parking, elegant banquet room, roof garden, panoramic terrace with restaurant and American bar.

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Italy-Regions of the North

Italy's northern regions are a symphony of breathtaking contrasts. Liguria stretches along the Mediterranean, and the jagged peaks of the Alps extend throughout Valle d'Aosta and Piedmont, complemented by Lombardy's rolling plains. The snowy Dolomites provide the backdrop to the Treninto Alto-Adige and the Veneto regions, while Venice and the sea maintain their delicate, dramatic relationship and the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia yields a treasure trove.

Aosta Valley

This is the most mountainous region of Italy, dominated by Alpine peaks, glaciers, valley streams, pine forests and high pasturelands, and accessed by the tunnels at the historic passes of Monte Bianco and Gran San Bernardo. The capital, Aosta, recognizes both Italian and French as the native tongues, and offers visitors such sights as the 11th century Romanesque Cathedral, Sant'Orso Church and the perfectly preserved forts of the Aosta Valley.

Piedmont

A region rippling with Alpine streams flowing into the Po, and dominated in the east by the lakes of Maggiore and d'Orta. The capital, Turin, features cultural and artistic influences from the Romanesque-Gothic and Baroque styles, while Sestrier and Bardonecchia offer fantastic skiing resorts.

Lombardy

Spreading over the Po Valley and bordered to the north by the Alps, this region is a veritable lake district, including eastern Maggiore, Varese, Iseo, Como and northern Garda. Each major city contains striking monuments to Romanesque and Gothic architecture, such as the Cathedral of Milan, while sumptuous Renaissance palaces and churches abound - some containing examples of the Lombard painting movement, which peaked during the fifteenth century.

Trentino and South Tyrol

A dramatic Alpine province, rich in rivers and lakes, and clusters of mountains and valleys, bisected by the Adige river. Three natural parks, Adamello-Brenta, Paneveggio-Pale of S. Martino and Stelvio conserve the native flora and fauna, including bears. Straddling Germany and northern Italy, the capital Trento combines both diverse cultures to create a fascinating artistic aesthetic.

Friuli Venezia-Giulia

A broad, flat province stretching from the Tagliamento River and to the Adriatic coastline, dotted with lagoons, interesting geological formations and countless grottoes. The regional; capital is Trieste; major towns include Udine, Gorizia and Pordenone. Evidence of older civilizations is abundant: Aquileia is a noted Roman archeological center, also with magnificent mosaics in its Romanesque Gothic Basilica.

Veneto

Bordered by the eastern part of the Po Valley, the extensive plain comprises the majestic Dolomites of Cadore and the lagoon zone, including Venice, the region's agelessly beautiful capital. Here, Byzantine influence abound, in San Marco's and the Cathedral of Torcello, while there are innumerable glorious examples of Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance art and architecture. Other unmissable treats include the Venetian islands of Murano, Burano and Torcello; Chioggia; the canals of the Brenta and the Veneto villas.

Liguria

Centered around the Gulf of Genoa on the Tyrrhenian Sea, Liguria is a mountainous region formed by the Maritime Alps and the Apennines, leaving only a narrow coastline. The region is divided at Genoa, the capital in the Riviera di Ponente (west to Ventemiglia) and the Riviera di Levante (east to La Spezia) - the tail end of which the beautiful, unspoiled "Le Cinque Terre" (the Five Lands). Throughout Liguria, you can find superb examples of Roman ruins, Romanesque and Baroque architecture and many medieval forts, towers, walls and castles.

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NEW TOUR! Italian Perfetto

Italian Perfetto!

Our independent Italian Perfetto tour brings you the perfect blend of wonderful Rome, romantic Florence and the Tuscan countryside.

Tour Highlights:

• Exciting New Itinerary
• 9 Meals -Breakfast & Dinner
• Explore Rome, Florence and the Tuscany region
• Culinary delights at the Villa with a welcome dinner and a cooking class

Your Italian Perfetto tour includes:

• Arrival transfer from Rome airport to Hotel in Rome
• Seven nights accommodations - including 2-nights at a Tuscan villa
• Italian buffet or continental buffet breakfast daily except for day of arrival
• Welcome dinner at the Villa including drinks
• Tour fo the Vatican and Colosseum
• Private transfer from Rome hotel to Rome train station
• First class train from Rome to Florence
Private transfer from Florence rail station to Florence hotel
• Tour of Florence
• Car at disposal fro full day tour excursion to Chianti region with full day English speaking guide
• Visit to a Tuscan butcher fro a Salami tasting
• Visit and wine tasting at Verazzano Castle
• Pizza making with Mamma Paola at the Villa
• Private transfer to Florence Airport or rail station from the Villa
• Portfolio of travel documents
  
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Southern Italy & Sicily - Escorted Motorcoach Tour

Southern Italy and Sicily -with Guaranteed Departures!

An exciting new tour featuring Southern Italy and Sicily. Enjoy the historic city of Rome, the beautiful Amalfi Coast and Sorrento and amazing Sicily with our fabulous new tour!

Tour Highlights:

• GUARANTEED DEPARTURES
• 15 Meals -Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
• Visit Rome, Capri, Sorrento, Amalfi Coast, Catania, Siracusa, Ragusa, Agrigento and Polermo
• Tour Savings* - Save $120 per person on select departures (Apr 7, Apr 15 and Jul 7)

Your Southern Italy and Sicily tour includes:

• Accommodation at 4 star hotels for eight (8) nights
• Italian buffet or continental buffet breakfast daily except for day of arrival
• Six dinners and one lunch
• Private transfer on arrival in Rome and private transfer on departure in Palermo
• Vatican Museum Tour and Entrance (entrance fees to other tours not included)
• Boat from Capri to Sorrento
• Private transfer from Sorrento pier to hotel
• Tour of the Amalfi Coast
• English speaking tour escort in Sicily
• Sicilian typical products tasting (wine, chocolate, biscuits etc) in Ragusa Ibla
• Transportation by deluxe motorcoach or minivan with driver/guide
• Porterage of one suitcase per person
• Portfolio of travel documents
• Service charges and taxes included (City Tax at hotels not included - as it must be paid directly to hotels)
  
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Irish Eye Candy: Slea Head Drive, Ireland

Slea Head Drive, Dingle Peninsula, Ireland

The Slea Head Drive is a circular route, beginning and ending in Dingle, that takes in a large number of attractions and stunning views on the western end of the peninsula.

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Hotel Spotlight: Best Western Antares Hotel Concorde, Milan

Best Western Antares Hotel Concorde
Viale Monza, 132 - 20127 : Milan : ITALY : Phone +39 02 26112020


The 4 star BEST WESTERN Antares Hotel Concorde in Viale Monza is only a few minutes from Corso Buenos Aires and Milan Central Station. In 2008 the hotel was completely renovated creating a result of great visual impact. The hotel's 120 spacious rooms are now completely soundproof and fitted with the latest comforts, including free Wi-Fi.

This area, with its numerous shops, pubs and Italian and ethnic restaurants, is frequented by locals and tourists alike. The hotel is only 50 metres away from Turro metro station so that the Central Railway Station, the historical centre, Fieramilanocity, the Mi.Co Milano Convention Centre and Fieramilano at Rho can be reached within minutes.

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