Insider guides (Ultimi inserimenti)
The Cave of the Turkish between Sacred and Profane
The Turkish Cave is so named because in the ninth century, at the time of the Duchy of Gaeta, the Saracen ships found refuge between the cracks of Monte Orlando, ready to attack by surprise transiting ships to plunder their cargoes.
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"Strategy" to Visit the Blue Grotto
Arrive by land in the morning (9 am) to reduce the waiting time ;-)
Nature does not allow visitors to see it each day; access depends on the weather. If you wan't to miss it, it's best to stay in Capri more than one day.
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The santa Rosa's Monastery
Tel. 089 832 1199
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La Grotta del Cristallo
During a workshop in his atelier Luciano Bandinelli, the craftsman of the time, will show you the entire process of grinding and engraving handmade crystal, telling you old anecdots about this ancient art.
Tel. +39 0577 931879
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Abbey Monte Oliveto Maggiore
Founded in the early fourteenth century by Blessed Bernardo Tolomei the impressive Benedictine houses of Renaissance frescoes by Signorelli and Bazzi called Sodoma
Tel. +39 0577 707611
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Circolino della Vela
Fish cuisine in the port of Civitanova Marche
Tel. +39 0733 781259
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La Nave della Sila - Emigration & Immigration M...
There are "ghost towns" in Calabria! This fascinating place proclaims the area to have been a great vessel for millions of people who left. The museum has photographic exhibits, audio-visual displays and sponsor lectures.
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A unique hand weaving workshop!
A pleasant ten minute walk takes you to Renza's hand weaving workshop. Here you can learn the art of hand looming and dyeing fabric with vegetable dyes. Renza organises courses from a half day to a full week. info.lavalle@libero.it
Tel. +39 0759229767
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Wine tours
To all our Guests we are happy to suggest the best wine tours in Umbria with specials!
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Teatro del Silenzio in Lajatico
The splendid outdoor theater where Andrea Bocelli performs each July is only 20 minutes away.
Tel. +39 334 7957670
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Trekking to Chiusure for the Artichoke Fair
Each year around April 25 in Chiusure there's the traditional Artichoke Fair: an opportunity to taste good dishes made with this ingredient. An enjoyable way to reach this nice village is the path that starts from San Giovanni d'Asso.
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Osteria Vecchia posta
Fantastic Umbrian Restourant for tipycal Umbrian FOOD.
Tel. +39 0742 381690
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Antico Frantoio Censin da Bea
Occupying an old oil press, the restaurant serves traditional dishes of Liguria and Piedmont prepared with the areas' extra virgin oilve oil, wild game, mushrooms, eels, snails and... frogs!
Tel. +39 335 8212982
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"Infiorata": Triumph of flowers in Noto
Every year, on the 3rd Sunday of May pictures of flowers are made by local artists on Via Corrado Nicolaci, over a space of 2000 sq.mt. A wonderful show of flowers, patterns and colors in the baroque frame.
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Wine and oil tastings
We organize guided tastings of local food and wines or a fully blown theme dinner.
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SpaMarine
From the hills leading down to the sea of Senigallia, the warm, evocative and at the same time familiar SpaMarine is waiting to welcome you into its Zen space with its classic, pleasant and comfortable taste.
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Arte a Colori Gallery
A Contemporary Art Gallery of painting and sculpture, realized by well-known artists and art-beginners, that organize events and theme exhibitions where the world of art meets social backgrounds, as in "Meet Art, Feed Art" exhibit.
Tel. +39 0577 1981483
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Tusculum Archaeological-Cultural Park
Explore the ruins of the ancient city of Tusculum on the edge of the great volcano of Lazio.
Monday to Friday tours on bookings with a minimum 15 people
Entrance: 15:30 to 16:30 Sat, Sun and hols :10.00-11 .00 - 12.00 / 3:00 p mto 4:00 pm
Tel. +39 069470820
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Fattoria Avignonesi
Historical winery, here you can take guided tours, tasting and knowing the taste of good local wine
Tel. +39 0578 70741
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Boat tours
Discover the most pristine hidden coves, dive into the crystal clear sea, take a quick trip to the island of Capraia: all this on your own private boat. Enjoy a day on the sea, circling the island of Elba with stops at Enfola and the Forno.
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Tuscan Saffron
To create unique and delicious dishes. Saffron, special and precious ingredient can be purchased at the company Crocus Brandi in San Quirico d'Orcia, which cultivates it in the unspoilt Val d'Orcia, in Tuscany.
Tel. +39 0577 897726
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Cava Grande del Cassibile Nature Reserve
Tthe landscape is characterized by a majestic valley carved into the plateau by the Cassibile creek, converging toward the bottom, where the river Cassibile flows. With a depth of 300 m Cavagrande is one of the deepest canyons in Europe
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La Terra di Patika
the best furniture,craftings and product design from around the island, presenting a balance between creative and traditional sardinian shopping
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LA TERRABRUGA
Our popular ceramics called "cocci", are made with the traditional process that still work in the laboratory in the historic centre of Cortona, where several kind of products was born over the years according to the market needs.
Tel. +39 0575 604405
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Vitis Vinifera in Montisi
Located in the charming village of Montisi, Vitis Vinifera is a new way to approach wines, cheeses and cold cuts from all over Italy. For the afternoon a good selection of leaf teas and pastries. A wine bar, a tea room and much more.
Tel. +39 0577 845108
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Cycling and Mountain Biking
The Orcia Valley (Tuscany) there is a wonderful network of trails for hiking and mountain biking. Over 200 km of nature trails with breathtaking views, possibility to download the GPS data for the navigator of the bicycle.
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Don Alfonso Experience
This is not a simple dinner but an experience.
Ristorante Don Alfonso 1890 reflects a philosophy that is innovative while respecting the local food culture and the old traditions of our Coast.
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The Big Mountain
The Big Mountain (836m) is a volcanic cone remnant, around which 24 hills rise up, small craters called Cuddie.
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