Divided by the mighty River Douro to the south and the rolling River Minho in the north, Minho is Portugal’s greenest province. It is also a province steeped in tradition that has remained untouched from the developments of tourism.
From well-known photographers to enthusiastic amateurs, hundreds of photographers in and around Brittany are keen to get their work displayed at the prestigious annual People and Nature Photo Festival in La Gacilly.
To celebrate two of our villas based in south west France, Les Lilas and La Vallée, we have delved into are archive to bring you a post originally from 2014 about the great water sports you can find in the region. Les Lilas is in Salies-de-Béarn, about 45 minutes from Biarritz. More information can be found here: https://www.vintagetravel.co.uk/villa_details.cfm?p_id=561
The Dordogne in France has long been a fascination of the British traveller. This stunning rural region rightly conjures up images of green fields bathed in sunshine, mighty rivers rolling through dramatic gorges and villages and towns that enjoy life at their own pace. Yes, it’s safe to say if we want to experience picturesque
With the weather becoming warmer and the weeks flying by, many of us are thinking ahead to the summer months and are planning our 2015 holiday. For those seeking culture, history, and the bustling memorable vibe of a vibrant city, Florence in Tuscany comes highly recommended. To discover Florence at its most intriguing, why not
What was once a traditional fishing village is now an upmarket and cosmopolitan coastal town! Kalkan, on Turkey’s south-western coast, is brimming with chic bars, trendy shops and exclusive seafood restaurants. Though despite its sophisticated makeover, what’s especially appealing about Kalkan is that it hasn’t lost its traditional roots. Its old town is lined with
The beautifully presented and elegant wooden chalet of Casita de Baredo is conveniently located in a village, but is just a stone’s throw from Galicia’s stunning southerly coastline.
Ca’n Paner is a lovely villa on the island of Mallorca that has plenty of room to spread out and relax.
Quinta da Lua is a beautifully restored country house just a couple of kilometres from the town of Vila Verde on the Costa Verde and Minho in northern Portugal.
Menton is located in the extreme south-eastern corner of France. It is a hilltop and port town that comprises of a maze of medieval streets, luxury yet tasteful apartments and mouth-watering cuisine. In a way, it combines the very best of what France has to offer.
