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120 Cooking & food vacations found
Umbria cooking vacation, Italy
italian cooking in a farmhouse between Umbria and Tuscany
From 1,440 to 1,650 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 26 Jul, 16 Aug, 25 Aug, 2 Sep, 23 Sep, 1 Oct, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 29 Dec
Join our cooking holiday July and August, come to Umbria, and learn to cook like a local with a professional chef. Great food and great fun
Italian cooking vacation, small group
Immersive gastronomy & cooking trips in undiscovered Tuscany
From £1,400 to £1,450 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 15 Sep, 13 Oct
2020: 11 May, 24 May, 22 Jun, 13 Jul, 28 Aug, 9 Sep, 21 Sep
2020: 11 May, 24 May, 22 Jun, 13 Jul, 28 Aug, 9 Sep, 21 Sep
Sri Lanka small group tour, a food adventure
A delicious adventure through this provocative country.
From US $2,155US $1,616 to US $2,440 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 30 Jul, 6 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 10 Sep, 14 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 1 Oct, 15 Oct, 29 Oct, 5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 17 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec
2020: 3 Jan, 7 Jan, 10 Jan, 14 Jan, 17 Jan, 21 Jan, 24 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb, 7 Feb, 11 Feb, 14 Feb, 18 Feb, 21 Feb, 25 Feb, 28 Feb, 3 Mar, 6 Mar, 10 Mar, 13 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 24 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 17 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 5 May ...
2020: 3 Jan, 7 Jan, 10 Jan, 14 Jan, 17 Jan, 21 Jan, 24 Jan, 28 Jan, 4 Feb, 7 Feb, 11 Feb, 14 Feb, 18 Feb, 21 Feb, 25 Feb, 28 Feb, 3 Mar, 6 Mar, 10 Mar, 13 Mar, 17 Mar, 20 Mar, 24 Mar, 27 Mar, 3 Apr, 7 Apr, 10 Apr, 14 Apr, 17 Apr, 21 Apr, 24 Apr, 5 May ...
Up to US $560 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 30 Jul, 06 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 10 Sep, 14 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 01 Oct, 15 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 30 Jul, 06 Aug, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 10 Sep, 14 Sep, 17 Sep, 24 Sep, 01 Oct, 15 Oct
India small group vacation, a food adventure
2 week discovery of the sights, sounds & flavours of India.
From US $2,410US $1,808 to US $2,835 15 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 11 Oct, 15 Oct, 18 Oct, 22 Oct, 29 Oct, 1 Nov, 5 Nov, 8 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 17 Dec, 20 Dec, 24 Dec, 27 Dec
2020: 3 Jan, 10 Jan, 17 Jan, 24 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 14 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 6 Mar, 13 Mar, 20 Mar, 3 Apr, 10 Apr, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 6 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 3 Nov, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 8 Dec, 11 Dec, 18 Dec ...
2020: 3 Jan, 10 Jan, 17 Jan, 24 Jan, 31 Jan, 7 Feb, 14 Feb, 21 Feb, 28 Feb, 6 Mar, 13 Mar, 20 Mar, 3 Apr, 10 Apr, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 6 Oct, 9 Oct, 16 Oct, 20 Oct, 23 Oct, 30 Oct, 3 Nov, 6 Nov, 13 Nov, 17 Nov, 20 Nov, 27 Nov, 4 Dec, 8 Dec, 11 Dec, 18 Dec ...
Up to US $620 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 11 Oct, 15 Oct, 18 Oct, 22 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 11 Oct, 15 Oct, 18 Oct, 22 Oct
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Mexico small group vacation, a food adventure
Get an authentic taste of Mexico on this 8 day tour
From US $1,715US $1,372 to US $1,885 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 10 Aug, 7 Sep, 21 Sep, 5 Oct, 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 23 May, 27 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 18 Jan, 15 Feb, 7 Mar, 21 Mar, 11 Apr, 25 Apr, 23 May, 27 Jun, 18 Jul, 8 Aug, 5 Sep, 19 Sep, 3 Oct, 17 Oct, 7 Nov, 21 Nov, 5 Dec, 12 Dec
Up to US $340 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 10 Aug, 07 Sep, 21 Sep, 05 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 10 Aug, 07 Sep, 21 Sep, 05 Oct
South Indian food tour, Kerala
Food & culture of Kerala
From £1,575 16 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailormade at a time to suit you and adapted to suit your budget and requirements
French Riviera vacation, walking, culture & cooking option
Experience real French culture while relaxing mindfully...
From 510 to 780 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip runs every week (April- Nov) with a set itinerary but the length of stay & arrival date can be adjusted to your needs
Helsinki city break, winter sports & gastronomy
Helsinki with an overnight tour in the countryside tailomade
From 634 to 800 3 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip departs on a Friday
Cooking and walking vacation, Spanish Pyrenees
A gastronomical experience in the Spanish Pyrenees
From 1,295 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 8 Sep, 6 Oct
2020: 3 May, 28 Jun, 20 Sep, 4 Oct
2020: 3 May, 28 Jun, 20 Sep, 4 Oct
50 euro discount September Cooking and Walking holiday Spanish Pyrenees
Vietnam small group vacation, a food adventure
Exotic 2 week culinary and cultural tour of Vietnam.
From US $1,940US $1,649 to US $2,135 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 11 Aug, 25 Aug, 8 Sep, 20 Oct, 27 Oct, 10 Nov, 17 Nov, 24 Nov, 1 Dec, 15 Dec, 22 Dec, 29 Dec
2020: 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 23 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 20 Dec, 27 Dec
2020: 12 Jan, 26 Jan, 2 Feb, 23 Feb, 1 Mar, 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 10 May, 24 May, 31 May, 7 Jun, 14 Jun, 5 Jul, 26 Jul, 9 Aug, 23 Aug, 6 Sep, 20 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec, 13 Dec, 20 Dec, 27 Dec
Up to US $290 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 11 Aug, 25 Aug, 08 Sep, 20 Oct, 27 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 11 Aug, 25 Aug, 08 Sep, 20 Oct, 27 Oct
Cambodia small group tour, a food adventure
Discover Cambodia's unique, ancient and exotic food culture
From US $1,290 to US $1,465 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 19 Sep, 17 Oct, 31 Oct, 14 Nov, 5 Dec, 26 Dec
2020: 9 Jan, 13 Feb, 19 Mar, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 7 May, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 6 Aug, 17 Sep, 1 Oct, 29 Oct, 12 Nov, 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 24 Dec
2020: 9 Jan, 13 Feb, 19 Mar, 9 Apr, 16 Apr, 7 May, 4 Jun, 2 Jul, 6 Aug, 17 Sep, 1 Oct, 29 Oct, 12 Nov, 26 Nov, 3 Dec, 10 Dec, 24 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 19 Sep, 17 Oct
Short break pasta making & Italian food vacation, Tuscany
A Tuscan food adventure, learn to make pasta
From £700 to £750 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 9 Sep, 27 Sep, 7 Oct, 24 Oct
2020: 15 Apr, 24 Apr, 2 May, 13 Jun, 3 Jul, 19 Aug, 7 Oct, 15 Oct
2020: 15 Apr, 24 Apr, 2 May, 13 Jun, 3 Jul, 19 Aug, 7 Oct, 15 Oct
Sicily small ship cruise, food & culture
Experience the flavours, landscapes and history of Sicily
From £2,249 to £2,499 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 21 Sep, 28 Sep
Japan gastronomic vacation
A foodies' dream: a culinary journey across Japan.
From US $3,631 14 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
French Riviera vacation food, walking & culture
Experience real French culture while relaxing mindfully...
From 370 to 1,275 7 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip runs every week (April- Nov) with a set itinerary but length of stay & arrival date can be adjusted to your needs
Peru small group tour, a food adventure
Peru is an exciting region to go on a foodie adventure.
From US $2,585US $2,197 to US $2,715 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 9 Aug, 6 Sep, 8 Nov
2020: 20 Mar, 17 Apr, 8 May, 12 Jun, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 9 Oct, 6 Nov
2020: 20 Mar, 17 Apr, 8 May, 12 Jun, 7 Aug, 4 Sep, 9 Oct, 6 Nov
Up to US $380 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 09 Aug, 06 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 09 Aug, 06 Sep
Turkey small group vacation, a food adventure
Exotic 2 week culinary and cultural tour of Turkey.
From US $1,595US $1,462 to US $1,755 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 1 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep
2020: 15 Mar, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 2 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct
2020: 15 Mar, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 14 Jun, 28 Jun, 2 Aug, 6 Sep, 13 Sep, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 18 Oct
Up to US $160 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 01 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 01 Sep, 22 Sep, 29 Sep
Japan group vacation, a food adventure
Dive into Tokyo citys incredible food scene
From US $5,325US $4,260 to US $6,100 12 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 18 Aug, 1 Sep, 8 Sep, 6 Oct, 27 Oct, 3 Nov
2020: 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov
2020: 8 Mar, 15 Mar, 22 Mar, 29 Mar, 5 Apr, 12 Apr, 19 Apr, 3 May, 10 May, 17 May, 24 May, 14 Jun, 21 Jun, 20 Sep, 27 Sep, 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov
Up to US $1060 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 18 Aug, 01 Sep, 08 Sep, 06 Oct, 27 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 18 Aug, 01 Sep, 08 Sep, 06 Oct, 27 Oct
North Thailand group vacation, a food adventure
Experience the freshness, tanginess and spiciness of Thailand
From US $1,290 to US $1,415 8 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 12 Oct, 26 Oct, 23 Nov, 21 Dec, 28 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 14 Mar, 25 Apr, 16 May, 11 Jul, 12 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
2020: 11 Jan, 25 Jan, 8 Feb, 15 Feb, 14 Mar, 25 Apr, 16 May, 11 Jul, 12 Sep, 10 Oct, 24 Oct, 19 Dec, 26 Dec
Late availability on these dates: 12 Oct, 26 Oct
Italian food tours
Flavours of northern Italy on this special food-lovers journey
From US $3,150US $2,835 to US $3,600 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 23 Sep, 30 Sep
2020: 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 15 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct
2020: 20 Apr, 27 Apr, 11 May, 18 May, 25 May, 15 Jun, 6 Jul, 13 Jul, 20 Jul, 3 Aug, 10 Aug, 24 Aug, 7 Sep, 14 Sep, 21 Sep, 28 Sep, 5 Oct, 12 Oct
Up to US $310 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 23 Sep, 30 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 12 Aug, 26 Aug, 23 Sep, 30 Sep
Iran food adventure tour
Experience the taste and flavour of Persia
From US $3,100US $2,348 to US $3,255US $3,100 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 5 Sep, 3 Oct
2020: 14 May, 3 Sep, 8 Oct, 12 Nov
2020: 14 May, 3 Sep, 8 Oct, 12 Nov
Up to US $810 off selected dates.
Late availability on these dates: 05 Sep, 03 Oct
Late availability on these dates: 05 Sep, 03 Oct
Iberian Ham tour in Andalucia, Spain
Become immersed in the destination of Iberian Ham, Andalusia
From 525 4 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Umbria to Tuscany walking and cooking vacation
Come to discover Umbria, cook and walk just like a local
From 950 to 1,140 6 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 25 Aug, 2 Sep, 23 Sep, 1 Oct, 6 Oct, 13 Oct
Culinary tour of Peru
Dine your way through the highlights of Peru.
From US $3,450 9 days ex flights
Tailor made:
This trip can be tailor made throughout the year to suit your requirements
Travel Team
If you would like some help or advice, or just want to discuss your ideas for your next trip, do give us a call.
Dalmation Coast flotilla holiday, Croatia
Sail around the stunning Dalmatian Islands
From £1,158 to £11,588 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 7 Sep, 14 Sep
Amalfi Coast food & wine Flotilla vacation
Sail around the breathtaking Amalfi Coast
From £1,538 to £6,445 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 27 Jul, 12 Oct
2020: 2 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 27 Jun, 11 Jul, 25 Jul, 26 Sep, 10 Oct
2020: 2 May, 16 May, 23 May, 30 May, 27 Jun, 11 Jul, 25 Jul, 26 Sep, 10 Oct
Portugal Templar wine and walking tour
Explore Templar heritage at relaxed pace with great wines!
From 989 7 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Jul, 30 Jul, 13 Aug, 20 Aug, 27 Aug, 8 Sep, 10 Sep, 22 Sep, 25 Sep, 6 Oct, 13 Oct, 20 Oct, 27 Oct
100 euros off for late bookings included in the price
Peloponnese food tour in Greece
Local, immersive, hands on, experiential tours in Greece!
From 1,100 4 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 4 Oct, 11 Oct, 18 Oct, 25 Oct, 1 Nov, 8 Nov, 15 Nov, 22 Nov, 29 Nov, 6 Dec
Ethiopia coffee tour
Discover the jungles of Kaffa and the birthplace of coffee.
From £1,499 9 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2020: 4 Jan
Russia food vacation
A delicious Russian food trip, from St Petersburg to Moscow
From US $2,305 to US $2,535 10 days ex flights
Small group travel:
2019: 23 Aug, 20 Sep
2020: 16 Apr, 5 Jun, 21 Aug, 18 Sep
2020: 16 Apr, 5 Jun, 21 Aug, 18 Sep
Late availability on these dates: 23 Aug, 20 Sep
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I wanted to get away from it all, relax, meet new people and do new things. Four ticks! (more)Corinne Male
The whole package was full of interesting elements from the cooking to the trips out to stunning hilltop towns. The food was, as always in Italy, such a pleasure to enjoy along with the excellent wines. (more)Martyn furzer
It was a perfect vacation for me, It was restful but not too restful, provided great food, great site seeing, great company and the best hosts you could ever meet. (more)Christine Aickin
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US $1,290
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The bike ride to the little villages was my most fun experience and to see how they make rice wine, rice paper, bamboo sticky rice, etc. Also really enjoyed the
cooking class the last night. Fun to try so many different foods. (more)Amy Cochran
Best bits: There were so many! The walks through food stalls, the cooking lessons, the impromptu stops of the bus to get more street food and going to a BBQ with locals at Siem Reap. (more)Lauren Supplee
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It was not just a fabulous foodie experience but great fun cooking discovering eating and being with likeminded people. (more)Mandy K
The focused, pasta-making instruction and recipes from Oli (and everything he cooked for us!), along with the relaxing and welcoming atmosphere created
by both he and Flo made the course a truly wonderful experience. (more)Diana Gloria
The practical cooking activities led by Oli and ably supported by Flo were an absolute pleasure - equipment and supplies were perfect, guidance was very patient, and the results were delicious! (more)Philippa Schofield
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I cannot compliment the food enough! Each morning a delicious breakfast home made! The picnics provided had a great variety and were scrumptious ! (more)Marie Louise Murray
St Jeannette is a beautiful and friendly village, as were Benoit and Corinne. This has been my best experience in France. (more)Elizabeth (Sibby) Henderson
The most memorable part of the vacation were the people running the accommodation and the supporting crew who organised all the activities and ensured a comfortable stay.
(more)Shalini Menon Venugopal
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Most memorable part of the vacation: Our guide Asanga who has to be one of the best guides in the world. The people we shared the vacation with & the people we met in particular the cooking we did in their homes, some very humble. (more)Diane Graziano
This tour brings you to peoples homes to cook and that is the best part. That, and the train ride through the green hills make up my favourite parts :)Moreover, you see Sri Lankas highlights such as the hill country, tea plantations,(cave) temples, colonial history and beaches. (more)Juul van Hoof
Undoubtedly the most memorable and exciting part of the trip was the food, Sri Lankan food is spicy, flavourful and delicious. (more)Smita Shah
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Visiting the Taj Mahal was the most memorable part of the trip. (more)Jantien van der Meer
My trip was full of exciting and memorable moments every day! To choose one, we visited the Old Delhi the first day, had the breakfast in the narrow lines and then visited the Sikh Temple and were introduced how the local volunteers prepare free meals to be shared to anybody. (more)Jarmo Kaariainen
Excellent. Pancham our guide was great too. (more)Alison Pick
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This trip was pretty disappointing. The itinerary changed constantly and there were only three of the nine days that were actually as written. We didn't stay
at Mizunte. (more)Amanda Madorno
Going to local markets and learning and tasting about different foods was the highlights. 11/10 had a fantastic time with great people who were all traveling alone. (more)Ian Robertson
I liked having the focus on food--we tried so many different things, all delicious. (more)Nancy McCormick
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The vacation was very enjoyable and very memorable. Benoit and Corinne are excellent and committed hosts, and the accommodation is superbly situated. (more)Mark Hutchinson
The entire trip was memorable however my favorite aspect to this trip was the people I met. I went on this trip alone however I met some very friendly people who were also staying at the house. (more)Divya Patel
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Memorable parts?
We are going to have 5 things:
1. The Brda Wine Festival - lovely to feel part of something so relaxed, high quality and entertaining. This was voted the top thing.
2. Ronchi de Cialla - visit to the family house and to talk to the brothers who make the wine
3. CV Winery - visit to a new young winemaker and to taste his exceptional wines
4. The outdoor lunch over looking the salt flats and the olive oil tasting
5. A trip around the trenches and caves in the local area... (more)Kathryn Stuart
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The excursions which were well thought out and very informative. So much we wouldn't have known if it wasn't for Benoit. Corrines cookery lesson was amazing too and very relaxed.
(more)Brenda Muir
By the end of the week (helped by the glorious weather) I had laughed a lot, had some hugely interesting conversations, seen some beautiful places, learnt a lot of interesting facts, made some new friends, eaten some delicious food, tried lots of new things and completely relaxed. I practically cried when I had to leave, I'd loved it so much! (more)Ali James
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Our vacation immersed us in beautiful scenery and fascinating culture: tiny villages, beautiful historic towns, castles and monasteries, amazing rock formations, and enthusiastic producers of wine and olive oil (more)Jane Hofto
The hiking was stunningly beautiful. The home cooked food afterwards was one of the best I ever had. (more)Cristina Stoica
The warm generous hospitality of the family who run the trip, the peace and beauty of the place so tastefully renovated and the laughs we all had cooking some of our meals were memorable. (more)victoria taylor
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Memorable parts?
The food experiences, especially the cooking class at Apple Resort with Noi.
Every market visit was also an eye opener.
Tips?
Just go... only complaint too much food!
Local benefits?
I think all our interactions were respectful and responsible.
Overall rating?
Fabulous. As soon as I got home, I was ready to book my next vacation. (more)Jill Sugden
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Memorable parts?
Some of the meals and meal prep, and sitting around the fire together. These were really good moments. Also the amazing setting, on this really nice, peaceful island.
Tips?
Definitely consider how your are getting to the meeting point and have this planned out with plenty of contingency. The hardest part of this trip for me was the travel either side of the actual trip itself. Had a rather stressful time navigating Swedish public transport. And pack some flip flops,... (more)Nick Tillyer
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Memorable parts?
I loved our accommodation and meals. The trip provided an excellent overview of wine production in the region - from growing to production to tasting. Piero was extremely well informed about the history and culture of the area. From ancient ruins to medieval cities to modern ports. It was an overall great experience.
Tips?
Relax and enjoy. Piero is a delightful well informed guide. Be flexible and remain open to change. We were able to adjust the itinerary and visited... (more)Margo Farr
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We loved the variety on offer, which included walking in the hills, visits to nearby historic towns, castles and religious buildings, wine tasting and, of course, cookery lessons. (more)Patrick Harris
I think most memorable was the incredible hospitality of Lucy and Simon. We also particularly enjoyed the cooking classes and I am now enthused to even do some cooking at home! (more)Bill Wild
The entire vacation was a delight: culture, scenery, walks, cookery sessions, the food, the wine, the house, our hosts + family, their dog! (And the cats!) (more)Eric Webb
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Memorable parts?
Meeting Finnish people and visiting their homes.
Tips?
Be prepared to go outside your comfort zone, it'll be worth it.
Local benefits?
We travelled by train in Finland (put ours to shame!), and local businesses definitely benefitted.
Overall rating?
Wonderful first visit to Finland - it is not just a place to visit in Winter. (more)Richard Waller
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Our cooking classes here were wonderful. We were using locally sourced ingredients and had so much fun turning them into delicious meals that we enjoyed with the stunning view of the valley beyond. (more)Georgina Orme
The entire stay was perfect. The best part was the hospitality. Francesca, Francesco, and Stella really make guests feel at home. All the farm fresh food was amazing. It was wonderful to be able to share meals with them and the other guests. (more)Lana Frantz
Meeting Italian people, truffle hunting, the making of pasta, tasting Italian home cooking. (more)Simon Bramwell
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Memorable parts?
The food was fantastic, and the landscape.
Tips?
This vacation was very well organised by Giovanna in Italy, and ran like clockwork. If you are interested in regional food,i.e. cheese making, vinegar production and wine, its fascinating and we enjoyed the cultural aspects too. Parma had plenty to offer and we enjoyed the day traveling by train.
Local benefits?
Yes, certainly we visited small regional producers of food made in the traditional manner. The local... (more)Helen Jeffreson
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We had an excellent vacation hosted by 2 very knowledgeable and caring people. All aspects of the cooking, walking and sightseeing was made so enjoyable because of their enthusiasm and attention to details. (more)Rod Elliott
The mountain setting is splendid with wonderful views and very quiet. Marla and Fabrizio offer exceptional hospitality and locally produced food prepared to a high standard. Cooking with them in a small group was great fun.
(more)Valerie Snowden
The entire vacation was memorable! From the moment we got there and were welcomed by our wonderful hosts at their beautiful B&B in the mountains, to
the stunning walk through the Alps, the freshly baked treats each morning, the market tour and all the amazing... (more)Josylin Saunders
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The highlight was spending a wonderful afternoon and evening at the country home of our Finnish guide, meeting her delightful family and enjoying a superb dinner while listening to her son's girlfriend singing Finnish songs. (more)Nomi Paynton
We really enjoyed the bicycle tour through green spaces around the edges of Helsinki. It was definitely off the beaten tourist track. Our guide was informative and delightful. We loved the evening boat trip to a tiny island west of Turku. (more)Diane Banner
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A relaxing and enjoyable break - sociable and laid back, and finally learned how to make pasta! Accommodation fine, and really enjoyed the pool as it was really hot. (more)Veronica Thompson
Overall, it was a splendid vacation that I will cherish forever. Umbria was the right blend of beauty, serenity, culture and great cuisine. (more)Ambika Thandavan
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