Our tour guests agree that one of the highlights of our Back Roads and Wines of Portugal tour is the Portuguese cooking class in Marvão. It always helps to have unlimited excellent wine from the Alentejo wine region to help the process…
As Americans, we’re used to seeing the word “tattoo” and thinking about getting a permanent artwork on our bodies! But, in Scotland, the Tattoo has an alternate – and fascinating – meaning. The Tattoo is an iconic Edinburgh institution, a cultural and historical performance that sells out year after year after year. Music, dance and …
I was 18 the first time I went to Europe. A graduation present from my parents, that week spent in Rome with my mother was a revelation.
A small group gourmet tour of France explores the world capital of pre-history.
10 Secrets For Taking Incredible iPhone Travel Photos Summarized with permission from our friends at the iPhonePhotographySchool. Is The iPhone Really All You Need? The purpose of travel photography is to document your journey and experiences. Images serve as memories that will last a lifetime, and it’s likely that you’ll want to share them with family, friends …
Have an App – Will Travel Here are some of the apps we have come across recently. There are literally thousands of travel apps so this is a very short list. If you know a good app, one others should know about, let us know and we’ll share in the newsletter. Grab If you’ve only …
Plugs & Outlets Plug adapters are becoming more essential as we travel with our devices. From phones, tablets to laptops and e-readers, many of us travel with at least one device that we want to keep powered. Phones are not just a way to stay in touch, for many of us, it is the camera …
At Olde Ipswich Tours, we have planned and operated small group tours for 24 years and while we have seen many travel trends come and go, one trend that looks here to stay and growing fast is the interest in private group tours. The sophisticated traveler is looking for an alternative to ‘do it yourself’ …
Traveling to Europe is always an experience but autumn could be the best time to travel – it means fewer crowds, shorter lines, reservations at some of the best restaurants and often quite idyllic weather – along with some of the most spectacular displays of fall foliage. Visiting parts of Europe during the summer sometimes …