There is something unique about Umbria. Apart from being the only region in Italy to have neither a coastline nor a common border with other countries, much of Umbria’s uniqueness stems from the fact it is both historic and modern at the same time. We also cannot ignore the fact that Umbria has the stunning
When driving through the beautiful and charismatic towns and villages of the Algarve, asides the dazzling whitewashed buildings another construction style stands out, house facades adorned with tiles of various designs and colours. Given their stark contrast to the traditional whitewashed exterior, you can’t help but find these funky looking houses quite surprising. Living in
When it comes to villas possessing a Mediterranean ‘feel’ Villa Gomes in the Algarve is surpassed by little. Set in two acres of fertile gardens, the discerning visitor can truly relax in a place of great tranquillity. Being well secluded, this is a perfect private villa in the Algarve. Shades of white and terracotta dominate
Surrounded by palm trees and lush green plants, boasting magnificent coastal views and being just 300 metres from great seaside restaurants and enticing sands, Casa Suenos certainly lives up to its name, the ‘house of dreams’. This attractive detached whitewashed luxury villa in Menorca is an archetypal holiday house with its idyllic leafy location, private
Bartolome and Gonzalo Garcia del Nodal were tough seafaring brothers whose daring exploits have not gained the recognition in history they deserve. Hailing from the north-western port of Pontevedra, Galicia in the late 16th and early 17th centuries, these hard-hitting Spaniards had many a victory on the high seas. The name Nodal was a name to be
It could be argued that skiing in the French Pyrenees is a more personable and laidback experience than skiing in the Alps where resorts seem to be more expensive and are congested by a chic throng of poseurs. You don’t need the latest coloured ski suit in order to walk with your head held high
Vintage Travel is delighted to augment its already impressive South West France portfolio further with the arrival of a beautiful stone cottage in South West France, La Petite Maison. Nestled in French countryside at its most serene, within walking distance of the town of Castillonnes that overlooks the leafy valley of the Dropt, you’d be hard pushed
If you are going on holiday, or thinking about going on holiday to Tuscany this winter, no doubt you’ll be pondering your Italian break itinerary. With many great ski resorts scattered among the Tuscan mountains, beautiful crisp pistes are just waiting to be explored with the skies. Fir winter skiing in Tuscany, see resorts such
The Spanish authorities seem to be much more understanding and accommodating than their British counterparts when it comes to barbecue facilities in the countryside. Although the risk of fire in the Spanish sierras is sometimes high, barbecues in Spain are still allowed between mid-October and mid-June. Many of these purpose-built barbecue areas can be found
With the fragile economy still pumping through Britain’s veins, ‘tightening our belts’ financially has become, for many, a necessary feature of modern life. This includes when we are on holiday, which if we’re not careful can end up costing a small fortune. This is when endeavouring to visit the less inexpensive local haunts can prove
