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ROMANTIC RENAISSANCE | Top 5 Most Popular Things to do in the Amalfi Coast 2012

December 21, 2011 ROMANTIC RENAISSANCE No Comments
ROMANTIC RENAISSANCE | Top 5 Most Popular Things to do in the Amalfi Coast 2012

One of the most beautiful Europe travel destinations, the Amalfi area beckons vacationers with dramatic sea cliffs and picturesque villages. Ravello brims with festive art and cultural events. Positano The Amalfi Coast is a chic seaside village with exclusive Italy hotels while Sorrento has a vibrant cultural scene and stunning views of the Bay of Naples. Just off the coast, Capri Island is a playground for jet setters and celebrities.  Discover a stunning coastline and lounge on a private beach or sun deck against a backdrop of dramatic cliff sides and verdant green mountain peaks at Il San Pietro Di Positano.

Top 5 Most Popular Things to Do in the Amalfi Coast

  • Tour Anacapri’s craft shops, Punta Carena lighthouse, and the Piazzetta
  • Explore the small towns and seaside cliffs of The Amalfi Coast
  • Marvel at the Imperial Villa of Damacuta and the Bay of Marina Piccola
  • Stroll through the heart of Sorrento and view medeival structures
  • Stop for lunch at a local trattoria and enjoy the cuisine of Campania … Continue Reading

ADVENTURES IN GREECE | “ATHENS in 4 MINUTES” film by Artist Director George Antonatos on his personal journey

November 28, 2010 ROMANTIC RENAISSANCE Comments Off
ADVENTURES IN GREECE | “ATHENS in 4 MINUTES” film by Artist Director George Antonatos on his personal journey

On our travels and journeys we meet some of the most amazing people and share stories.. here we met with Adventurer,  Film Artist and Director George Antonatos on his editorial debut of his take on his journeys through Greece, titled “Athens in 4 minutes” – a video highlighting some of the most romantic and cultural sightseeing places throughout the country.

All of course cleverly and artistically captured in a mere four minutes time. How can you not be inspired to visit!

This roman adventure captures all the intrigue, mystique and romance Greece has to offer . . . … Continue Reading

ROMANTIC RENAISSANCE | Splendour in 16th Century Florentine at Villa La Massa – Elisabeth Taylor and Richard Burton’s Medici Escape

September 11, 2010 ROMANTIC RENAISSANCE Comments Off
ROMANTIC RENAISSANCE  | Splendour in 16th Century Florentine at Villa La Massa – Elisabeth Taylor and Richard Burton’s Medici Escape

Villa La Massa is a fascinating Medici dwelling of the 16th century on the outskirts of Florence.  Its 22 acres of gardens, complete with olive groves and lemon trees, make for a pastoral setting.  It was turned into a luxury hotel in 1948. After a complete renovation by the Villa d’Este Group in 1998 it reopened and its five hundred years of history live on, telling us tales of Renaissance splendour and the lifestyle of Florentine aristocrats in every nook.

Set on the banks of the river Arno, in the Florentine countryside, next to Chianti Classico, Gallo Nero and Rufina regions, only 5 miles from the historic centre of Florence.  This Medici Villa, built in the 16th Century by the Landini Family, has been home to several aristocratic Italian, English and Russian families.  Villa La Massa was transformed into a luxury hotel in 1948 and since then many famous guests have enjoyed a stay there (Winston Churchill, Elisabeth Taylor, Richard Burton. .) … Continue Reading

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John Wayne Airport | Javier’s Long-time Dining Destination opens “Javi’s” new concept restaurant at JWA

December 21, 2011

John Wayne Airport | Javier’s Long-time Dining Destination  opens “Javi’s” new concept restaurant at JWA

Long-time favorite dining destination for local and Orange County visitors, Javier’s, in partnership with HMSHost, has opened their new concept restaurant Javi’s at John Wayne Airport. Javi’s is located in the new Terminal C Marketplace area, adjacent to gates 13 and 14. “We are pleased to announce the opening of Javi’s at John Wayne Airport,” [...]

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RING IN THE NEW YEAR | Revel in a Dominican Republic Escape at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Punta Cana

December 21, 2011

RING IN THE NEW YEAR | Revel in a Dominican Republic Escape at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Punta Cana

Set amid colorful gardens and Venetian-style canals,  escapists can ring in the New Year at The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Punta Cana.  This expansive resort faces a white-sand beach and sparkling blue Caribbean waters. With upscale amenities and a myriad of recreational facilities, this all-inclusive resort attracts families, couples, honeymooners, and golfers seeking an [...]

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ASIA’S PREMIER ART SHOW | Enjoy your Stay at THE PENINSULA for the HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR

February 1, 2012

ASIA’S PREMIER ART SHOW  | Enjoy your Stay at THE PENINSULA for the HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR

Back for its fifth year, ART HK 12 – Hong Kong International Art Fair will take place 17–20 May 2012, preview 16 May, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC). ART HK 12, sponsored by Deutsche Bank, is delighted to announce its outstanding exhibitor line-up, showcasing the very best in contemporary art from [...]

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