On this truly unique and magical guided tour of Venice's waterways, you will be quaranteed the best and most breathtaking views of Venice possible! With an expert guide you will start the tour near the prestigious Hotel Bauer, from there you will be steered in style by your own personal gondolier onto the incomparable Grand Canal. Passing through centuries of history and stunning palazzi, each with their own story to tell, you will glide effortlessly along one of the most, beautiful and elegant 'high streets' in the world. All you need to do is sit back, relax with a glass of Bucks Fizz (Mimosa), and take in the surroundings while the informative guide entertains you with stories and anecdotes of the city, explaining the history behind LA Serenissima and her array of stunning palaces. The tour will also take you under the modest Accademia Bridge, and from here you will hear about the many characters that Venice has played host to. You will also discover the secrets of the Venetians, the 'Traghetto' for example and the tales behind the gondola itself. Turning into another of Venice's scenic side canals, you will not only be able to enjoy the splendour of the Grande Canal but also the quaint charm of the smaller, more residential areas too 'Real Venice'. On your way back out on to the Grand Canal you will pass Ca'D'oro, the historic fish market. These are just a few highlights of this outstanding City but you will get to appreciate Venice from the best and most original angle, An excellent way to combine an informative and stimulating guided commentary with an essential gondola ride, not to be missed!
Spectacular Gondola Grand Canal Cruise
Suzy Gershman’s Born to Shop Italy: The Ultimate Guide for Travelers Who Love to Shop
Italian
Suitable as a companion for travelling to the Italy this Italian phrase book contains 2 000 essential phrases and a 2 000 word dictionary themed sections with pronunciation tables word lists and grammar guides and two-colour text. It also features English terms in black and foreign terms in red along with phonetic pronunciation in italic.
Buying a House in Italy
Nectar of the Gods Wine Tasting Tour – from Rome
A wine tasting tour that transports you from the Eternal city to a tranquil hillside Villa encircled by vineyards and olive groves in the Frascati countryside... Grasp Italy’s essence from the hilltops of the famed Castelli Romani, “Roman Castles” as you experience history and enjoy a tour of the senses. This is the only tour of its kind in Rome where you can visit one of the oldest and most beautiful vineyards in the Frascati region. The 200 acres of vines surrounding 17th century architecture and 3rd century caverns lined with Acacia and French Oak barrels are treasures of one of Italy's oldest and most distinguished noble families, the Pallavicini. Your expert guide illustrates the local wine producing methods from antiquity to modern day and reveals Imperial Rome as the cradle of wine culture, where the Nectar of the Gods went from a status symbol of the elite to a pleasure enjoyed by all. This enticing voyage of the senses concludes with a guided tasting of a special selection of Pallavicini’s featured wines and fresh pressed olive oil.
Two Night European Cultural Hotel Break
Explore one of Europe’s most vibrant cultural havens with a short break for two. A great way to spend time with someone special, you’ll spend two nights of luxury at your choice of more than 20 4-Star and 3-Star hotels in more than 10 exciting European cities. Whether you’re discovering the history of Rome, seeing the sights of or enjoying the creativity of Barcelona, you’ll love your amazing getaway – complete with breakfast each morning. This package does not include flights or travel insurance. Location: Barcelona, Madrid (Spain), Milan, Naples, Palermo, Rome, Florence, Torino, Verona (Italy), Berlin (Germany), Budapest (Hungary), Istanbul (Turkey), Lisbon (Portugal), Prague (Czech Republic)
Two Night Romantic European Hotel Break
Show that special someone how much you love them with a short break in one of Europe's most romantic destinations. You'll have a choice of 22 breathtaking locations across Europe -including Venice, Prague, Rome and Paris -each offeringan unforgettable and uniquetrip.Whether you're enjoying a horse drawn carriage ride around the city or indulging with an intimatecandlelit dinner in Rome, you're sureto lovethese remarkable and romantic retreats. This package does not include flights. Location: Budapest (Hungary), Bled (Slovenia), Calatabiano (Sicily), Campertogno, Capri, Florence, Gualdo Tadino, Rome, Venice, Vietri, Urbino (Italy), Prague (Czech Republic), Nice, Paris (France), Füssen (Germany)