Sunday, May 19, 2024

Dream Vacation Tuscany Florence Italy

 



San Gimignano

ITALY












TOP 10 THINGS to Do in San GIGMINAGNO





VOTED The WORLD'S BEST GELATO



SERGIO DANDOLI'S GELATERIA DONDOLI

San GIGMANGNANO

ITALY




SERGIO DONDOLI





San GIMIGNANO

ITALY







FLIGHTS & HOTELS

WORLDWIDE

HOTELS in FLORENCE - TUSCANY

ITALY & ALL EUROPE







The DUOMO

FLORENCE






The PONTE VECCHIO

FLORENCE ITALY





THINGS to Do in FLORENCE

And TUSCANY




UFFIZI GALLERIES



Botticelli's Birth of VENUS





BOTTICELLI'S "PRIMAVERA"

SPRING

UFFIZI GALERIES





FLORENCE to SAN GIMIGNANO

TOUR with 2 WINERY VISITS



SAN GIMIGNANO

ITALY






BEAUTIFUL TUSCANY




TOUR DESCRIPTION :


Embark on a journey through the stunning Tuscan countryside with a private driver that promises an exquisite blend of history, art, culture and breathtaking scenery. This customizable itinerary invites you to explore the famous wine regions of Chianti and San Gimignano, with a delightful detour to the iconic Piazzale Michelangelo.

Your day begins with the comfort and convenience of a private driver, who will act as your experienced guide throughout your journey.

Away from the bustling streets of Florence, you'll immediately be mesmerized by the undulating hills and lush vineyards that make up the Tuscan landscape.

The first stop on your itinerary is the famous Chianti region, where the world famous Chianti Classico wines are produced. Here you will have the opportunity to visit two carefully selected wineries, each with their own charm and winemaking traditions. At these wineries, you'll learn about the art of winemaking, from grapes to bottling. You can walk through the vineyards, witness the winemaking process and of course enjoy the delicate flavors of Chianti wines during the tasting.















HOTELS in FLORENCE

ITALY & WORLDWIDE







TOP THINGS to Do in FLORENCE & TUSCANY

GET YOUR GUIDE






GOING to POSITANO ?

The AMALFI COAST ?



VOTED TOP TRAVEL GUIDE

POSITANO The AMALFI COAST

ITALY












The BIRTH of "VENUS"

Sandro Botticelli

SEE IT !!!

The UFFIZI GALLERIES - FLORENCE

SKIP The LINE TOUR













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Monday, May 13, 2024

CHAMPAGNE

 

 



My FAVORITE CHANPAGNE

"KRUG"


PARIS HOTELS 






HOWCHAMPAGNE is MADE

The PROCESS EXPLAINED





HOW CHAMPAGNE is MADE






ARE YOU GOING to CHAMPAGNE ?



FLYING to PARIS ?

FLIGHTS & HOTELS

PARIS - CHAMPAGNE

WORLDWIDE








EPERNAY CHAMPAGNE

"The HEART of CHAMPAGNE"





EPERNAY CHAMPAGNE

FRANCE










TOUR The CELLARS

FAMED CHAMPAGNE HOUSES






An EXPERIENCE of a LIFETIME

CHAMPAGNE REGION of FRANCE

TOUR HISTORICE CHAMPAGNE ESTATES






MAKING CHAMPAGNE

The PROCESS - HARVEST TIME






TOUR CHAMPAGNE CELLARS





DOM PERIGNON

"The FATHER of CHAMPAGNE"




The Connoisseurs Private Tour 9 Tastings




TOUR DESCRIPTION :



Discovery of the most famous areas around Epernay, Capital of the Champagne vineyard : The "Côte des Blancs" known as the kingdom of Chardonnay Grand cru and the Marne Valley renowned for its historic hillsides producing Pinot Noir where Champagne was born.

Visit 2 families of independent producers/growers with explanations on the Champagne making process, visit of presses, wineries and cellars.
Taste 6 different Champagnes Grand Cru/Premier Cru including natural Champagnes (without dosage), extra brut, old vines, vintages, aged in oak barrels, etc.

In addition to the Champagnes, taste the 3 essential Champagne alcohols and aperitifs : Ratafia, Fine de la Marne and Marc de Champagne from the Goyard Distillery which is the oldest in Champagne. Our discovery tour through the vineyards and villages of the "Côte des Blancs" passes in front of the "Château de Saran", a prestigious property of the LVMH group (owner of Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot, etc.) and the production site of Champagne Moët & Chandon. A commented passage is also planned in the very famous "Avenue de Champagne" in Epernay where are located the superb mansions and production buildings of the Champagne Houses Moët & Chandon, Perrier Jouët, Pol Roger, etc. When visiting Hautvillers, village called the “Cradle of Champagne”, enjoy a private tour of the Church where the grave of Dom Pérignon, known as the spiritual father of Champagne, is. In Hautvillers, we will also stop to admire the most magnificent panoramic view of Champagne overlooking the Marne Valley in the hillsides listed as a World HAeritage Site by UNESCO where Dom Pérignon performed his experiments. It is the ideal location to take unforgettable photos of you and the breathtaking landscape. Here we will also discuss sustainable viticulture and explain the management of the vineyard. What a program !
Believe me, you will become an expert in Champagne after this tour !











REIMS

FRANCE




CHAMPAGNE

FRANCE








FIND a HOTEL

PARIS - REIMS - EPERMAY

WORLDWIDE








PARIS, FRANCE

PARIS HOTELS







 



E-BIKE CHAMPAGNE TOUR



CYCLE THROUGH The CHAMPAGNE COUNTRYSIDE




TOUR DESCRITION

Meet your local guide in front of Reims Centre train station, next to the office of tourism. Drive in the Champagne countryside to a typical Champagne House, Le Clos Corbier, where your electric mountain bike will be ready for you to ride. After a little warm-up to get comfortable with your e-bike, leave for some adventures ! Your bike will take you though the Champagne vineyards and hillsides where you will get to learn about the champagne region and terroir. Cycle back to Le Clos Corbier down the Marne canal. Visit the cellars and taste different champagnes from the family domaine. You will discover and learn about the champagne making process. After this memorable afternoon, your guide will drop you off at 07:00PM in front of Reims Centre train station.












CYCLE THORUGH CHAMPAGNE VINEYARDS









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