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"There are places I
remember" was first sung by the Beatles, but it may as well be the
traveler's mantra. There are those places we know from experience, those
through books and movies and some, while not previously visited, bring
forth "memories" buried in some universal unconsciousness.
Some places we long
to visit or return to, sometimes once is enough. Whether well known, like
Paris' Eiffel Tower and China's Great Wall, or a remote beach or
mysterious artistic endeavor— here only for a passing moment, a modern
festival or ancient ruin, the world is awash with marvelous places and the
people that make them special.
Anything can be a
landmark, physical or spiritual, public or private, but what makes them
special is the effect they have on our lives and souls.
This month's Hosts
help travelers to explore the sights and sounds, tastes and smells of
their unique destinations. From ancient islands where cultures came
together in peace and harmony, to the remains of warfare and strife. Art
and culture, past and present mix to create places we remember, filling
the minds of travelers with memories lasting lifetimes.
This
month's tour hosts review:
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Renvyle House Hotel
Pick of
the Month |
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Location: Ireland |
| Specialty:
Country house hotel |
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We Like Them: Spectacularly set on the rugged
Connemara coast amid mountains, lakes and the sea, Renvyle House is
welcoming and cozy complete with turf fires, afternoon teas and award
winning meals. Country house activities include; fishing, golf, shooting as
well as walking, riding and cycling throughout an area that hosts a National
Park and unspoilt beaches. Dinner is
superb, a different delight nightly featuring the finest fare the country
has to offer. Since 1883 Renvyle House has played host to many famous people
Augustus John, Lady Gregory, Yeats and Churchill among them and is this
month's Pick. |
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Transylvania Live |
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Location: Romania,
Hungary |
| Specialty:
Art, History and culture of Transylvania |
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We Like Them: Explore the castles, monasteries, and other
historic sites of Transylvania or share a romantic Romania
moment with the one you love. Hike the mountains, meet the
locals at age old festivals, explore Dracula's castle by
helicopter, all this and more is available from Transylvania
Live. Join a group departure or create your own special
holiday, limited only by your imagination. |
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Article:
Transylvania's undying legends |
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Circle Research Tours |
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Location: England |
| Specialty: Crop Circles and
sacred site tours |
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We Like Them: The definition of special interest— Ron Russell and
his crew explore the wonders of the ancient sites of
Southwest England; Stonehenge, Avebury as well as other
circles, barrows, and henges in
this beautiful and ancient corner of the world. Experienced researchers and
experts in a variety of
paranormal phenomena lead the travelers as they delve deep into the
mystery of the annual crop circles
season, and explore other sacred energies of this highly charged landscape. |
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Siesta Tours, Inc. |
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Location: Mexico |
| Specialty:
Independent tours to Oaxaca, Mexico City, the Yucatan and
Mexico's Colonial Cities |
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We Like Them: Led by English speaking local guides, Siesta's
tours are designed to introduce the traveler to each
locations' unique character. In depth knowledge of the arts,
history and local people are central to each trip. Whether your
interests are the ancient cultures of the Zapotec and Mixtec city-states of
Oaxaca, the medieval charm and baroque architecture of Colonial Mexico's
historic cities, or the abundance of forests, rivers, lakes, waterfalls and
fertile valleys of the Sierra Madre, Siesta Tours will provide you with an
outstanding experience to remember. |
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HollandTheRideWay |
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Location: Holland |
| Specialty:
Custom day tours to historic, architectural, cultural and
world heritage sites |
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We Like Them: Your host Hans Noltes spent 20+ years as a Geography
teacher and his knowledge and interest in all aspects of
Dutch history and the country's unique development is
apparent in the the wide variety of tour options. From such
specialized architectural wonders as Holland's natural
defenses, waterworks, and wind energy, to the more familiar;
castles, historic towns, museums and of course gardens, Hans
is the perfect person to introduce you the varied wonders of
this small country. |
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Article:
Holland’s secret weapon
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Travel Sicilia |
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Location: Sicily |
| Specialty:
Custom designed itineraries |
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We Like Them:
Sicily
natives Glada and Fabrizio custom design private travel for 2 or 30 people.
Based on such themes as the Arts, History, Architecture, Landscape and
Nature, Food and Wine, Literature, or Folklore,
Travel Sicilia
can open doors to magnificant villas, historic sites, private homes and
introduce you to the natives through they wide network of associates. Enjoy
a meal with a local host to learn about the Sicilians first hand. Whatever
your desires for exploring this special island, Travel Sicillia will plan the
perfect trip. |
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Article:
Segesta, Sicily’s
landmark
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