Travel

Andi’s Pick: Villa Il Poggiale

December 9, 2011
Villa Il Poggiale: Tuscany, Italy First Impression Is there anything more luxurious than staying in a villa in Tuscany?  Despite the fact that I am half-Italian and have been to the region previously, I have never had the good fortune to actually stay in one before.  And I could not...

France & Italy With Trafalgar Tours: Day 3 (Part 2)

December 5, 2011
After our truly unforgettable Trafalgar Tours Be My Guest lunch, the countryside beckoned us for further exploration.  Unfortunately, the light of day was quickly disappearing into the Cyprus trees and we did not have the luxury to make stops along the way, thus my eyes were glued to the passing...

France & Italy With Trafalgar Tours: Day 3 (Part 1)

December 1, 2011
One of the best parts about being on a guided Trafalgar Tours vacation are the unique "Be My Guest" exclusive dining experiences.  During these special meals you are able to have intimate interactions with your gracious local hosts who have prepared dishes authentic to the specific region you are traveling...

France & Italy With Trafalgar Tours: Day 2 (Part 3)

November 28, 2011
After our exquisite lunch experience, our Trafalgar Tours Travel Director, Jonathan, suggested that the best way to digest the food that we had just consumed would be to wander around and the best place to do it would be in Avignon. We began our Provencal journey in the village center...

France & Italy With Trafalgar Tours: Day 2 (Part 2)

November 24, 2011
It was clear, upon arrival into Avignon, that we were now in the South of France, as there was hardly a cloud in the sun-filled sky.  Provence would be our home for the next two days of our customized Trafalgar Tours guided vacation.  We were experiencing an abbreviated version of...