When it comes to describing the décor and food of Italy, “Tuscan” is one of the most widely used adjectives. Trying to define Tuscan food is elusive, yet at the same time there are plenty of local distinctions within the region. Simplicity is central to Tuscan cuisine. It is a land of honest and simple
What is striking on arrival to Casa do Ludo are the magnificent pine trees which soar above the roof of the villa. Tropical palm trees and a luxurious well kept-lawn add opulence to the massive 10,000 square metre expanse of enclosed gardens. The tennis court and 10 x 4 metre swimming pool round things off
Like ouzo and caviar, you seem to either love retsina or loathe it. This traditional Greek drink has been around for at least 2000 years and is still thriving in Greece today even though it may not suit everyone’s palate. The pine resin flavour of this Greek white resonated wine is said to have originated
The Porec coastline is one of the most visited tourist spots in Croatia. And it is easy to understand why. With trees growing right up to the water’s edge, this stretch of coast is stunning. Beaches such as Oliva Beach on the island of Sveti Nikola, Brulo Beach and Crnika, are all blessed with unsurpassed
If you are a fan of classic cars then you simply must visit Mallorca in March. The Classic Car Rally of Mallorca has been held every March since its inception in 2005. There are two categories in this popular event – one for the die-hard, race-ready and another for the casual – but proud –
The saying ‘Heaven on Earth’ sounds a bit of a cliché, or if not a cliché, a plagiarism of a 1987 Belinda Carlisle song. The romanticism of somewhere on our planet being reminiscent of the perfectness mankind collectively ideates heaven is commonly applied to certain beautiful spots of the world, some justifiable of the kudos
Rambling around a twisting and turning 100-mile coastline, enveloping ancient hilltop villages to rival those of Tuscany, Istria and Provence, Le Marche in Italy is an incredible region to explore. Being one of Italy’s lesser known areas one tends to assume it might be more economical to the tourist than the likes of Tuscany and
The beautiful country home of Lluc d’ Alt is tucked away in the north-western corner of Ibiza, not far from the secluded town of San Miguel. This elegant seaside village has a backdrop of pine-clad cliffs and could not be further apart from the foam parties and 24 hour partying many parts of island
Auribeau-Sur-Siagne is an 11th century medieval hilltop village overlooking the River Siagne. This ivy-covered village that perches over the Gorges de la Siagne is situated between the towns of Cannes and Grasse and is charming in every respect. The house Mas-du-Peintre lies on the edge of the village and echo’s the beauty of Auribeau and
Situated just a couple of kilometres from the Atlantic coastline and a string of beautiful beaches but within the tranquillity of the countryside, at Casa da Oliveira you get the best of both worlds. This classically-styled Algarve family villa is built amongst other similar houses in a fine and well-to-do residential area of Vilamar, not
