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England
There's more to England than just London ... although that's a memorable trip unto itself. Check out rural villages, Georgian towns, ancient cobbles and modern vistas ... explore Roman ruins and ultramodern architecture ... sample a pint or savour some excellent international cuisine! It's all here!
France
France has so much to offer ... from the villages of war-torn Normandy and the resplendent chateaux of the Loire to the rugged yet breathtaking south and the majesty of Paris ... explore romantic villages and windswept headlands ... washed down with some of the world's finest wines ... Ooo-la-la!
Italy
Maybe ancient Roman ruins are your thing ... or scenic Tuscan countryside ... or dramatic Mediterranean coastal villages. Explore dramatic and lively Rome ... lounge in laid-back Umbria ... get lost in Venice ... there's something for every taste in Italy ... oh, right, did we forget to mention pasta?!
Visit this 1,000-year-old castle for the sheer majesty of it all.
On the west coast of France, face the Atlantic head on.
Completed in 80 AD, the Colosseum could hold an estimated 50,000-80,000 spectators in its heyday.
Visit this 1,000-year-old castle for the sheer majesty of it all.
MAKE YOUR NEXT VACATION MORE MEMORABLE.
Find an itinerary that works, then reserve some great places to stay, make your list of things to see and do, and book some amazing restaurants ...
Find a great place to stay
CHÂTEAU DE BOUCÉEL, NORMANDY
Staying at a château with a real Count and Countess to greet you ... it's every traveller's dream. But it's also the reality at this lovely château! Located in the peaceful Normandy countryside near Mont St. Michel, Le Château de Boucéel offers several beautiful rooms - including a rustic French cottage for four people on the estate. Breakfasts are hearty, served by a very talkative and informative Count. An experience you'll never forget! More Resources ...
PALAZZO GUADAGNI, FLORENCE
This magnificent palazzo offers affordable luxury close to the heart of Florence. Many of the rooms have frescoed ceilings or marble fireplaces. Some have astonishing views of the city. But all have comfort and style. Three spectacular rooms in the residenza offer true elegance and spaciousness beyond anything else you will find in this price range in Florence. Enjoy breakfast in their fine breakfast room, or take your breakfast on the loggia. Outstanding value and impeccable service in this intensely Renaissance city. More Resources ...
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BOOKS AND MAPS
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THE SIGHTS
Discover the must-see spots, the world-class treasures and the hidden gems. More ...
THE FOOD
Explore the regional food and wine, dine with the locals, enjoy a picnic or discover a specialty food shop. More ...
This inventive cuisine opens your tastebuds to new experiences. Such delights as crayfish ravioli with a Jerusalem artichoke sauce, mussels with sweet potato and sesame, cauliflower with confit of ginger, tender scallops, beef with a mustard glaze and risotto à l'orange ... (More Resources)
Run by an eccentric descendant of the Hapsburgs, this restaurant offers a dramatic ambience as well as incredible food – including thick slices of prosciutto wrapped around succulent canteloupe, toothsome homemade pastas, excellent grilled meats and a densely luscious chocolate sacher torte ... (More Resources)
This award-winning gastropub serves handmade food, sourced from the freshest ingredients … start with a crispy free-range duck spring roll with a plum dipping sauce … or a fried halloumi, pear and watercress salad with a tangy lemon vinaigrette … roast shoulder of pork or aged Aberdeenshire roast beef … for dessert, save room for the chocolate pot, the plum charlotte with cinnamon ice cream or an exceptional cheese plate … (More Resources)
L'Épi Dupin, Paris
La Giostra, Florence
Rose & Crown, Warwick
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NOTE
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