In light of the announcements being made in the UK and the rest of Europe recently; we are constantly being asked if we feel that now is a good time to plan and book a trip for this summer, or even the summer of 2022. Short answer is ‘Yes’ and here are some of the …
What to do in Puglia with kids
Puglia is a particular popular vacation spot for those who have already traversed the well beaten track of Rome, Florence, Venice and want something a little more authentic, more immersive, more relaxed with minimal crowds. This is not to say that there is less to do in fact there is lots to do in Puglia …
Are travel advisors prepared for recovery?
A recent survey of 5000 travelers by Travelport Worldwide (providers of distribution, technology, payment solutions for the travel and tourism industry) shared their thoughts and perspectives on getting back on the road after COVID-19. Some of their views were to be predicted but there were also some really surprising stats. Travel agencies and travel consultants …
Where do you go on your second visit to Italy?
Once you have tipped your toe in the water Italy will take hold of your heart and you will want to return time and time again. Having immigrated to the United Kingdom from South Africa we were so lucky to be so close to Italy and we started to enjoy vacations in Italy from 2002. …
Mistakes to avoid when planning a trip to Italy
Most travelers to Italy suffer from FOMO (fear of missing out) and this creates havoc with itinerary planning. What should be a time of relaxation for the family sprinkled with moments of culture, art, history, food, wine becomes a hodgepodge of madness – early mornings rushing from one museum to the other, followed by a …