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27 June, 2011

Best hiking tips for kids

If you are going on a hiking holiday with kids this summer you may want to read our best hiking tips for kids … Prepare your family for their hiking adventure Preparation, like most things in life, is the secret to a successful hiking holiday. Research the destination and area you will be walking in

23 June, 2011

Summer Music Festival in Italy

Lucca, the Summer Music Festival and Tuscany 5 bedroom Villa Ripiano – Your summer holiday starts here! You never need an excuse to visit Tuscany. With its stunning and deeply varied countryside, landscapes brimming with Renaissance masterpieces, whilst possessing a style and affluence typical of Italy, Tuscany blends tradition and history with modern European culture,

19 June, 2011

Where to visit in Lycia

The peaceful and tranquil vibe that lulls over the southern Turkish region of Lycia is in contrast to its history of brutality over 2000 years ago. Although the brutality may have vanquished from Lycian life, the people of Lycia remain staunchly independent, proudly guarding their unique archaeological sites and inimitable culture. With such a vast

17 June, 2011

Life in Croatia gets better and better

With its laidback attitude, stunning landscapes, thriving tourist industry and sensational architecture, it’s no wonder Croatians have a lot to smile about. Life in Croatia just gets better and better. According to the country’s latest National Happiness Index, the people of Croatia are real optimists who believe that life in this beautiful country will be significantly

15 June, 2011

Uzes morning markets – Typically French!

Uzes morning markets – The perfect place to experience a French culinary adventure. When you visit France, it doesn’t take long before you realise that wine and food is a national obsession. Although this obsession is percolated right across the country, each region has different food and wine related traditions, all offering a distinct insight

13 June, 2011

Reasons to visit Faro, Algarve

History, architecture, legendary beaches and beautiful bird reserves – Reasons to visit Faro, Algarve. The old Faro saying, “A weekend without sunshine is like a Sunday without church,” epitomizes this beautiful region of the Algarve. Pristinely kept beaches stretch either side of faro, doused in a daily coating of sunshine, whilst you can never walk very

11 June, 2011

Deep-sea diving in Corfu

If you have ever wanted to try Scuba Diving then heading off to the Greek island of Corfu may be the perfect place to get started. The beautiful crystal-clear waters boasting rocky, rugged and interesting inlets around this magical island’s shorelines makes the island a Scuba Diver’s haven and consequently the number of Scuba clubs

9 June, 2011

Become a ‘historvian’ and help ‘map history’

With all of our hand-picked villas being located in only the most aesthetically, culturally and historically rewarding locations, we can safely assume our clients are predominantly yearning a touch of history and culture on their well-deserved holiday. Given this surmise, Vintage Travel felt compelled to inform our readers about an interesting website known as historvius.com.