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Il Palio horse event in Siena 2012 takes place 2 July and 16 August.Il Palio is one of the great Italian horse racing events and it takes place in one of the most spectacular settings imaginable, in the centre of the beautiful Tuscan city of Siena.Il Palio has almost mythical status an is up there as one of the worlds premiere events, the sort of thing which you should experience at least once in a lifetime if you can.The bareback race is held twice a year in the Piazza del Campo when riders from ten of the city areas or contrade compete, each wearing...

Monday, June 11, 2012


Vannes Jazz Festival 2012 takes place in Brittany from 30th July to 4th August.The Jazz festival in Vannes has become one of the highlights of the social calendar in Brittany. Big names of the Jazz and Blues world have performed here including Herbie Hancock, Diana Krall, Stepahne Grappelli and Wynton Masalis.Concerts take place all over the city, mainly in the open air but also in places like the Buena Vista Social Club. The hotel de Limur gardens is one of the main performance areas along with the Carmes Auditorium and the Esplanade by the port.The 33...

Sunday, June 10, 2012


Late availability special offers 4 of the best villas we have picked out for you.It’s that time of year when a few owners decide to lower their prices in order to fill the few remaining weeks left in their villas. Here are the best 4 but you better book now as they will be snapped up in no time.Kerlouis B908, villa for 8 with pool (covered or open) in Brittany, France is offering up to 20% off. Prices start at £710 per week.Bella Vista GUA811, villa for 8 with huge infinity pool, near Rome in Lazio. Save up to 30% on one of the finest rental...

Friday, June 08, 2012


Festival Med 2012 in Loule, the Algarve, Portugal is on again during the 28th, 29th and 30th of June.The artists performing at this popular event this year include A Caruma, A Jigsaw, Boubacar Traore, Cheick Lo, Clube Conguito, IRick Deejay, Jamaican Legends 2012, Noberto Lobo and Paus.There are three stages, Stage Castello, Stage Matriz and Stage Cerca. For more information on tickets and prices use the website festivalmed.com.ptJune is a beautiful month for a villa holiday in the Algarve and a day or two at the festival Med can really make the holiday...

Wednesday, June 06, 2012


Syros classical music festival, or the festival of the Aegean, as it is known officially begins its eighth year on July 9th.The venue once again is the majestic Apollo Theatre in Ermoupolis on the Cyclades Greek island of Syros and Peter Tiboris, the originator, is at the heart of the event. This years Festival of the Aegean runs from the 9th to 22nd of July 2012. Last year the festival received the prestigious award of Best cultural organization operating in the wider region of Grece.So if you are wanting to enjoy a cultural treat whilst enjoying a...

Monday, June 04, 2012


Spain European Formula 1 grand prix takes place in Valencia once again between 22nd and 24th June 2012.The quayside of Valencia makes for a special backdrop to the Formula 1 grand prix of Europe which takes place on the Valencia street circuit over 57 laps totaling 308 km.The 2012 Formula 1 season has started in thrilling fashion with five different teams winning races to date, though the Red Bull cars driven by Vettel and Webber are beginning look strong again.After Monaco there will be a fair few fancying their chances in Canada, which should set...

Friday, June 01, 2012


Florence music festival or Del Maggio Musicale Fiorentina as it is known locally is running at the moment until 10 June.This annual event is one of the most established cultural happenings in Florence. First organized by the Stabile Orchestrale of Florence in 1933 it is now joined by Maggio Dance which is the festivals own Ballet group.For more information see the Florence musical festival website maggiofiorentino.comWe have a wide range of high quality villas in Tuscany, Italy which make a perfect base for those who wish to enjoy the Maggio Musicale...

Thursday, May 31, 2012


Grand Prix Monaco qualifying day 2012 was fantastic with Micheal Shumacher quickest but Mark Webber coming out on top at the end of the day.It was a fantastic day in Monaco today with bright, hot sunshine and clear blue skies and the qualifying was spectacular to watch.But for me it was a first time at the Monaco Grand Prix as I’m not really a big Formula 1 fan. Like many I follow it occasionally and have some interest. What I was really interested in was the ambiance of a race day in Monaco.I have to say I was not disappointed, from the minute I...

Saturday, May 26, 2012


Eze is a Cote d’Azur attraction which ranks among the most spectacular in the south of France.The village of Eze is perched high on the cliffs at 356 metres above sea level and commands stunning views of the Mediterranean, the mountains and the bay of Saint Jean cap Ferrat, its worth a visit for the views alone.There is much more though, Eze has a very pretty medieval village which is perched on top of a hill and here you will find a myriad of small winding street which are too small for cars.At the top is an ancient fortress below which is the...

Friday, May 11, 2012


The palace of Diocletian is a Croatia attraction set, in the old town area of the historic seaside resort of Split in Croatia.Built in the 4th Century AD by the Roman Emperor Diocletian the palace is one of the major attractions of Split on the coast of Dalmatia. Diocletian ruled what was the roman province of Dalmatia and the palace was intended for his retirement.When the Romans left the locals used the wall for protection and built houses within. It now has many house and shops which line the shiny limestone pavements. Diocletian’s palace is...

Monday, May 07, 2012


Oeiras is a Lisbon attraction with a variety of cultural and leisure interests.Located just to the west of Lisbon centre, along the coast Oeiras is good place to take the children as there is a nice beach as well as a superb open air swimming pool (Piscina Oceanica) and the fascinating Aquario Vasco da Gama (an aquarium).Guarded by the impressive Sao Julao da Barra and Sao Bruno forts Oeiras also boasts the Palacio do Marques de Pombal, an eighteenth century mansion house which was once the residence of the Marques de Pombal who was King Jose’s...

Friday, May 04, 2012


Kerkyra town is a Corfu holiday attraction which has recently become a UNESCO heritage site.Corfu is know as the greenest of the Greek islands and has been eulogized in print by the Durrell brothers. It is very much a place where tourists seek out sunshine, fabulous warm  blue seas and marvelous beaches.It does have a number of gems which are worth dragging yourself off the sunbed or dusting off the sand to visit, Kerkyra town being the pick of the bunch.It is the old town which is so interesting, with its lovely buildings, arcades and pastel...

Thursday, May 03, 2012


Girona is a Costa Brava attraction with a beautiful old town area which is well worth visiting whilst staying on holiday in the Costa Brava, Spain.The superb food on offer in a fantastic choice of restaurants and tapas bars make Girona a great choice for a night out and there is plenty to explore during the day.You can enjoy an amble along the old city walls and admire the twelfth century tapestry in the monumental cathedral. See cathedral.giroga.org for visiting details. Admire the tree lined river banks of the river Onyar and meander around the myriad...

Wednesday, May 02, 2012


Arezzo is a Tuscany holiday attraction which is slightly off the main Tuscan tourist route and all the better for it.In its modern day incarnation Arezzo thrives as a centre for Italian gold jewellery and antiques, as well as being the regions capital. These assets bring considerable wealth and sophistication to Arezzo and the surrounding area.For art lovers the Legend of the True Cross fresco cycle by Piero della Francesca in the Bacci chapel of the Basilica di San Francesco ranks as one the principal artistic attractions of the region. For many the...

Tuesday, May 01, 2012


 
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