Thailand-to-Malaysia Singles Sailing Adventure

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 Ko Hong. "hong" being the word for "sea cave". The entrance to these hongs is usually a well-hidden little crevice in the cliff-face; a narrow tunnel opening up into an awe-inspiring oasis on the interior.

Thailand-to-Malaysia Singles Sailing Adventure

Phuket to Langkawi

Thailand. All the ingredients one could ever ask from a tropical sailing vacation... stunningly beautiful scenery, a multitude of uncrowded anchorages; underwater wonderlands of coral and multicolored fish; fun nightlife if you want it.

Lama is a title for a teacher of the Dharma in Tibetan Buddhism

Prevailing wind conditions, one of the greatest things about being on a sailboat is the flexibility to change our minds and our route to suit personal preferences. No two trips are ever exactly the same. The start and finish points are fixed, of course but all else is changeable according to the whims of the wind gods and those on board !

This is an example of a popular itinerary on our Thailand-to-Malaysia trips

Day One 

Morning rendezvous in Phuket. Then sail time arrives where we will head north - to the wonderful "seascapes" of Phang-Nga bay! The entrance to these hongs is usually a well-hidden little crevice in the cliff-face; a narrow tunnel opening up into an awe-inspiring oasis on the interior. The limestone formations are so sheer and gravity-defying

Our destination for the evening is Ko Hong. Happy hour with the best pina coladas in the Andaman! - followed by our very own Thai chefs' gourmet dinner on board; an amazing array of tongue-tingling dishes

Day Two

We're heading south on a relaxed morning sail. We'll see more impossibly-balanced rocks, cliffs & islands. The delight today will be another hong to explore en route, paddling through a dramatic, mangrove-lined stream which winds its way inside a huge crevice in the island.

With sheer, palm-covered mountains rising vertically from the ocean, it's a well-known spot for those who like to scare themselves silly scaling these cliffs.  At the famous Railey Beach, near Krabi,  is where we'll anchor.

Dinner ashore!

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Railey Beach

Day Three

Not a "tourist destination" - it's a place that the locals visit to pay their respects to the monk community there. This place is not as overtly dramatic and ornate as some of the more well-known: what attracts us is it's deeply spiritual, calm Buddhist ambiance.

Welcome to Tiger Cave and Temple , a 30 minute minibus ride inland.

 You will find a shady hike through an enormous and ancient forest.

There is a whole lot more to discover on this 11 day trip!

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8 Day Italian Cooking Class Vacations IN Sicily, Italy

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The Greek, Roman, Arabs, Normans, Spanish and British – all in some way left their mark and in modern day Sicilian cooking it is very evident. "Discovering Sicilian cookery is like discovering Sicilian history".

The cooking courses are based at the enchanting Villa Sicily. It is 8 days and 7 nights booked on a private estate that dates back to 1848 with luxurious bedrooms. All modern with views of either the sea or of the Sicilian countryside. 

Imagine waking up to clear blue skies each morning with breakfast served to you outside while you gaze dreamily upon the the sea.

For your pleasure you will find an outdoor pool surrounded by almond and olive trees, with a terrace where you can relax and enjoy the soft breeze coming in off of the sea.

Your Itinerary:

Day 1

Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Catania Airport and take you to the villa where you can enjoy welcome drinks and dinner prepared by our local chef.

Day 2

After breakfast, your first cookery lesson with our local chef, followed by lunch. You are free in the afternoon to relax at the beautiful Villa Aragonese. Dinner is served at the villa

Day 3

Today you will visit a local winery and enjoy a private tour, wine tasting, followed by lunch. In the late afternoon take part in your second hands-on cookery lesson, followed by dinner.

Day 4

Visit the coastal town of Siracusa and take a wander through its ancient streets. You and your fellow guests will have lunch at a local trattoria. Next, travel to Noto to taste the local ice cream at a traditional gelateria. Tonight’s dinner will be at Villa Aragonese. Please note the itinerary is subject to change depending on the weather and allowing for the Italian ways!

Day 5

After breakfast, enjoy another hands-on cookery lesson followed by lunch at the villa. This afternoon is free to relax by the pool. Dinner this evening is at the villa.

Day 6

Another cookery lesson this morning before heading to Modica to taste its famous chocolate. The afternoon will be spent exploring the stunning town of Ragusa and have an evening meal at our favourite local restaurant.

Day 7

Following breakfast, enjoy your final cookery lesson and then lunch.  You will be free to relax for the afternoon at the villa.  In the evening, the chef will prepare your farewell meal at the villa.

Day 8

After breakfast, we will transfer your back the airport. Depending on travel times, we may take the opportunity to stop off and explore Catania before your flight home.

"The surrounding area is dotted with well know historical sites – such as Siracusa Greek Theatre, the Temples of Agrigento and various Baroque towns such as Noto and Ragusa – as well as popular gastronomic locations such as Pachino for cherry tomatoes, Modica for chocolate, Avola for almonds and wine, Ragusa for Caciocavallo cheese and so on."

Vacation Includes

• 5 cookery lessons with our Italian chef.
  Private, en-suite accommodation in our Sicilian villa.
  Explore the Baroque towns of Ragusa and Siracusa.
  All meals and wine, including 2 meals at a local restaurant.

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Winter Vacation In Lake Tahoe

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Lake Tahoe Family Vacation

Searching for the perfect vacation of excitement for the entire family?  

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That memorable weekend trip that will be talked about for years?

Imagine a surprise weekend in the snowy wonderland of gorgeous Lake Tahoe. With so many options to choose from, Lake Tahoe is a great choice.

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Any age, grownups too, love sledding. There is nothing like the exhilaration of racing down a hill, wind blowing in your face and laughing with your children. Going back to the top of the hill to make the run again is even adventurous! Hot chocolate afterwards seals the memory and makes it somehow all unique.

What's a winter wonderland without snow skiing?

Sierra at Tahoe has 2,000 ski able acres with five terrain parks and a TransWorld Top 10 Super Pipe. Sierra at Tahoe's 46 trails offer both the skier and snowboarders lots of space to maneuver.

Besides skiing and snowboarding, Sierra at Tahoe also offers three miles of snowshoeing trails and tubing at Blizzard Mountain.

Then on the last night at twilight time, maybe go on a sleigh ride, or perhaps after breakfast.

There are a host of adventures awaiting at Lake Tahoe.

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Visit The Historic Jamestown Settlement In Williamsburg, Virginia

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The Jamestown Settlement

Let’s Travel back in time with a visit to the Jamestown Settlement, where we can explore replicas of the ships that brought the English colonists to Virginia. We can also relive the days of the early 17th century by entering into the life size re-creation of a military fort and a Powhatan village.

You see, thirteen years before the Pilgrims made their voyage to America, 104 English men and boys made a home on the banks of Virginia’s James River. The Virginia Company of London wanted to make a profit from whatever resources the “New World” may bring, and therefore funded the voyage of these men in 1607. After suffering through many hardships, the men and boys were able to survive and became America’s first permanent English colony.

There will be film shown: 1607: A Nation Takes Root, it tells the story about the evolution of the Virginia Company. The film does a fine job of explaining the relationships of the English colonists with the native Powhatan Indians and the arrival of the first Africans in 1619. 

After the film, wander down to climb aboard and explore the replicas of the three ships that brought the colonists to Virginia. The Susan Constant, the Godspeed and the Discovery are moored at Jamestown Settlement’s pier, and you can explore all three re-creations, try steering with a whip staff or a tiller and even climb into a sailor’s bunk.

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Jamestown & Yorktown Combo

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With this combo ticket, you can enjoy one-day admission to both  Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center, which can be  visited on the same or on separate days. This combination gives  you the opportunity to explore not only this historical fort, but also the Victory Center, which chronicles America's evolution from colonial  status to nationhood. Jamestown Settlement Available Now until 12/31/2016  Enjoy one-day admission to Jamestown Settlement, where you can  explore this historical recreated military fort, Powhatan village, and  America's first permanent English colony. Learn about life in the  1600s, and you and your family can enjoy many exciting and  enlightening activities at the Settlement. Events at: Jamestown Settlement: A Colonial Christmas at the Jamestown Settlement & Yorktown Victory  Center in Williamsburg, VA Wednesday, 3/1/2017 - Sunday, 4/30/2017 Location: A Colonial Christmas From the first 'American' Christmas celebration held by English colonists still sailing towards the new land in 1606 to a look at the average traditions of a 1780's Virginia farmer, A Colonial Christmas is an interesting glimpse into America's holiday history. Jamestown Landing Day at the Jamestown Settlement in Williamsburg, VA Wednesday, 3/1/2017 - Sunday, 4/30/2017 Location: Jamestown Landing Day Follow in the footsteps of America's first colonists with the Jamestown Landing Day, a 405th anniversary celebration of the landing at the settlement.

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Cooling Off In Quebec City

After the summer heat, I am ready for Quebec City where the forecast for the next 2 weeks calls for temps under 80. Brimming with French and British heritage, the City offers a vivid city escape. With over 15 different museums, you can fill your needs and all it has to offer.

Discover over 400 years of history in Quebec. With incredibly beautiful landscapes all year round, be sure to walk through one of the gorgeous parks in the city.

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While you are in Quebec City, be sure to check out the Zodiac Expedition that gives your family a thrilling and more personal experience with the whales. The prime whale watching season in Quebec is from approximately mid-spring through October, although this does vary from year to year. There are a number of great tour options out of Quebec City that will take you across the waters on a whale watching expedition.

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Another activity for families or those who are children-at-heart, water parks add an extra dimension of fun to every vacation. Check out the slides, pools or lazy rivers at these Quebec City Quebec hotels, where you can have a splashin’ good time without even leaving your hotel.

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Québec City sits on the Saint Lawrence River in predominantly French-speaking Québec province. Dating to 1608, it retains its fortified colonial core, Vieux-Québec and Place Royale, with narrow streets, stone buildings and a European feel. This area is site of the famous, towering Château Frontenac Hotel and imposing Citadelle of Québec. The Petit Champlain district’s cobblestone streets are lined with bistros and boutiques. ~ Source Google

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Solo Traveler Mediterranean Cooking Vacation

8 Days and 7 Nights On The 

Sorento, Amalfi Coast

Birthplace of the pizza and Sophia Loren, one hour south of the intensity of Naples, Sorento is serene and an ideal spot for a culinary vacation. It is a perfect home base to the much sought after Amalfi Coast. "This week-long Amalfi culinary vacation will take you from the posh island of Capri to the ancient ruins of Pompeii, and the cobblestoned medieval streets of Amalfi at the cliff's base. An expanse of precarious road will take you between villages, running through lush greenery and vineyards nestled in the folds of the jagged cliffs."

The lovely four-star relais hotel of only seven rooms and five suites that is situated on one of the hills of Sant' Agata sui due Golfi. Recently restored, the villa was originally built in 1892. The grounds include a swimming pool with a jacuzzi and sauna, tennis court and exercise room. With it's own  wine bar with incredible premium wines from Italy kept in a special made wine cave. The outdoor dining, lush vegetation and the cantina complete with Cuban cigars in the main building. All of this a long with it's own breathtaking private beach adds up to a perfect most memorable, relaxing vacation!

Here is your agenda:

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Vacation Day 1 

Our Amalfi cooking staff will meet you at Naples Airport (1 hour 30min) and take you to the villa for welcome drinks on the terrace followed by dinner prepared by our local chef.

Vacation Day 2

After breakfast you have your first cooking lesson with the chef, enjoying the results for lunch. The afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish. Dinner is prepared for you at the villa.

Vacation Day 3

After breakfast you visit Capri. Get the boat from Amalfi harbour (60 minutes). Enjoy a day sightseeing or shopping at leisure. Lunch will be at an excellent local “trattoria”. Return to villa late afternoon (17pm last boat) for dinner.

Vacation Day 4

Enjoy your second hands-on cooking lesson this morning after breakfast and then lunch. In the afternoon, visit a Mozzarella di Bufala producer and private tasting.On the way back views of Amalfi coast from panoramic street. Return to the villa for dinner prepared by the chef.

Vacation Day 5

Another cookery lesson this morning and then lunch. The afternoon is yours to relax by the pool or enjoy the breathtaking view of the Amalfi Coast landscape. Dinner tonight is at the villa.

Vacation Day 6

This morning is your fourth cookery lesson, followed by lunch. The afternoon will be spent in Positano and Sorrento with a chance to explore and do some shopping before dinner at a local restaurant..

Vacation Day 7

After breakfast you have your final cookery lesson and lunch. Enjoy your last afternoon relaxing at the villa and in the evening a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.

Vacation Day 8

After breakfast and some time to relax, our transfer will collect you and take you back to Naples Airport for your flight home.

Vacation includes

• Seven nights accommodations single occupancy with ensuite bathroom
• Transfer from and to Naples station or airport
• 5 x 3 course cooking lessons with our Italian cook
• All meals and wine throughout
• Tours as per itinerary including day trip to Capri
• Transport in private minibus

• Deposit

• A non-refundable $500 deposit is required at time of booking. The balance is due 60 days before departure

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