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Gastronomy, Luxury, Group Travel, Adventure Becky Harris Gastronomy, Luxury, Group Travel, Adventure Becky Harris

Gastronomy of Portugal Part One - A Dream Food and Wine Tour from Porto to Lisbon

Portugal is undoubtedly one of the best destinations around for a dream food and wine tour. The country’s diverse culinary influences reflect its eclectic past and vibrant culture in equal measure, and of course, the stunning landscape helps too. With its long Atlantic coastline, fertile valleys and sun-drenched terroirs, Portugal bursting with the natural bounty of land and sea and our favourite local DMC, ​Portugal by TravelTailors​, want to show you what you can offer your valuable clients when working with them.

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Vietnam on a Plate - a Gastronomic Odyssey from North to South with Realistic Asia

Vietnam has many charms, but its vibrant ingredients and flavours? These make this stunning South East Asian hotspot into a true paradise for foodies. In Vietnam, the cuisine transforms as you move from North to South - Vietnam’s diverse topography, rich culture and varied international influences weaving a delicious gastronomic story no food lover can resist. ​Realistic Asia DMC​ would like to show you how they can bring Vietnam's culinary culture to life for your most valuable clients.

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Slovenia & Croatia, Wine Trails and Culinary Tales: Gastronomic Adventures with Roundabout Experiences

Deep in the heart of Central Europe, the neighbouring lands of Slovenia and Croatia share much more than just a border. Both richly fertile and profusely green, their rolling hillsides are dotted with bountiful vineyards, charming villages and fairytale castles, their forests are filled with olives and truffles and their glittering coastlines teem with some of the freshest fish and seafood around. With so much on offer, we turned to our expert friends at ​Roundabout Experiences​ for their take on a gastronomic adventure across both countries.

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Sip, sample and savour the wine regions of Switzerland with Watch and Cow

Do you have clients that might be interested in, "A Week of Wine" in Switzerland? If so you might be interested in this Luxury Food and Wine Itinerary by ​Watch and Cow​

​Watch and Cow​’s speciality is showing your guests the secret corners of Switzerland - and this week-long wine tour is no exception. Perfect for oenophiles, foodies, and those searching for a trip with a difference, this itinerary brings you the best of Switzerland’s wineries through Geneva, Vaud and Valais.

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Authentic IndoChina: An Immersive Odyssey through Thailand and Cambodia with Realistic Asia.

Already, we’ve turned to our friends at ​Realistic Asia DMC​ for their unique take on the best of Vietnam -this time, we wanted to explore how they would immerse your guests in authentic Thailand and Cambodia, offering up an​ inspirational itinerary​ that dives deep into the heritage and hearts of both countries.

South-East Asia really does have it all. Its rich heritage is revealed through ancient ruins and bewitching temples, and its natural beauty through emerald jungles, ivory beaches and mist-shrouded mountains.

Bustling cities fade into fertile countryside, dotted with rural villages and wound through with waterways. And everywhere you go, the people are warm and welcoming, and the food is sublime.

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A Tailor-Made Adriatic Island Hop to delight discerning Gastronomes, from Roundabout Experiences.

Charming villages and verdant islands; sophisticated cities and historic majesty; incredible wines and irresistible cuisine - the unique cultures that dot the Adriatic have it all. For guests yearning to soak up all the sights - and tastes - of the region in sumptuous, secluded opulence, we’ve got just the thing. Or rather, our expert ​DMC Roundabout Experiences​ have.

Specialists in creating tailor-made sailing and yachting tours, their carefully crafted itineraries will redefine your guests’ perception of luxury travel, seeing them move from overland opulence to onboard luxury, gliding glittering waters from one intimate island discovery to the next.

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The Best of Croatia: A Journey of Luxury and Discovery with Roundabout Experiences.

It’s little wonder that, when looking for the perfect setting to depict the awe-inspiring majesty and historic beauty of the Game of Thrones universe, the producers chose stunning Croatia.

Nestled on the glittering, sun-kissed shores of the Adriatic, this is a magical place of breathtaking scenery and ancient heritage treasures.

With an irresistible appeal borne of its sheer diversity, our go-to DMC, Roundabout Experiences will ensure your guests can’t fail to fall in love with its vibrant cities, charming islands and hidden villages that nestle in a landscape of untouched fairytale beauty.

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Arts and Crafts, Food and Wine. A luxe twist on traditional Switzerland with Watch and Cow

With its breathtaking landscape of dramatic mountains, enchanting villages and scenic lakes, it’s little wonder that Switzerland’s rich arts and crafts heritage has thrived for centuries.

From traditional crafts rooted in ancient artisan skills to the impeccable precision for which the Swiss are renowned, this inspirational land has an enormous wealth of artistic traditions just waiting to be explored.

And, given no exploration of Switzerland would be complete without generous helpings of its spectacular food and fine wines, we were delighted when our Swiss experts, Watch and Cow , shared a particularly exceptional experience with us - a quintessential taste of traditional Switzerland, with a decidedly luxurious twist.

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History, hiking & heritage vineyards - discover Suisse-Romande with Watch & Cow.

You may not know, but Switzerland is divided into 26 ‘cantons’ or regions and not all the cantons speak the same language! Not only do different cantons speak different languages, but each has its own unique history and atmosphere.

Take a trip with Watch and Cow, Swiss DMC to explore the beautiful and often overlooked Suisse Romande, the French-speaking side of Switzerland and discover that whilst this region is French-speaking - the people, the culture, and the traditions are all very much Swiss!

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Croatia - Unforgettable gastronomy experiences with Roundabout Experiences

Croatian food is wonderfully varied and distinctive, largely because the country blends many culinary cultures: the seafood-dominated flavours of the Mediterranean with Italian, Middle Eastern and Ottoman influences, all mingled with Croatia’s Balkan staples.

Let Roundabout Experiences luxury DMC escort your guests down Croatia's long, stunning coastline, eating and drinking their way from Zagreb to Dubrovnik in a series of boutique and private experiences, all focused on the country's gastronomic delights.

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Slovenia for Foodies - Culinary experiences with Roundabout Experiences

With rich culinary histories, influenced over the years by many of its neighbours, Slovenia is a dream destination for food lovers and wine connoisseurs.

From private wine safaris and picnics in secret vineyards to scenic helicopter rides over the alps, truffle hunting and foodie tours around ancient towns, guests can immerse themselves in the rich history, discover the diverse landscape and sample Michelin star food, perfectly paired with locally grown wines. Roundabout Experiences luxury, hand-crafted culinary itineraries have a truly boutique feel.

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Switzerland Wine Tours with Watch and Cow DMC

Do you have clients that might be interested in, "A Week of Wine" in Switzerland? If so you might be interested in this Luxury Food and Wine Itinerary by Watch and Cow.

Watch and Cow’s speciality is showing your guests the secret corners of Switzerland - and this week-long wine tour is no exception. Perfect for oenophiles, foodies, and those searching for a trip with a difference, this itinerary brings you the best of Switzerland’s wineries through Geneva, Vaud and Valais.

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8 Reasons to offer the Alentejo, Portugal to your clients.

Portugal is fast becoming the new top destination in Europe for discerning travellers. It has so much to offer it is also a destination that you can offer to your clients more than once - encourage them to explore further and delve deeper into this fascinating country. If you looking for an excellent DMC in Portugal to work with - read on.

With Beautiful colonial towns, stunning and diverse scenery, world-class cuisine, award-winning wines, unique heritage and traditions, fascinating wildlife and gorgeous beaches - there is something for everyone!

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Portugal - Ideas for Gastronomy, Food and Wine Experiences for your clients - From Black Pork to Green Wine!

Are you looking for new destinations for your foodie clients? Have you considered Portugal yet? Sometimes overlooked but Portugal is a true gastronomic gem and with fewer tourists, engaging local people and more unique local dishes and varieties of wine than you can imagine - there is enough to tempt your clients back time and time again!

Travel Kinship’s DMC & Local Operator partner in Portugal is the fascinating foodie, Paula Alves and her company Portugal by TravelTailors. A painter and culinary lover, Paula knows how to appreciate the colors and flavors of the places explored.

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Peruvian Gastronomy Travel Experiences with Tanit Trails.

In 2010, UNESCO added Peruvian Cuisine to its Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Things, they said, that are cultural treasures worth preserving.

In 2019 Peru won three awards at the World Travel Awards and one was for being the World´s best culinary destination for many years running. Peru's capital, Lima, we would argue, is the food capital of South America and just look at how many restaurants are in Latin America's Top 50 Restaurants List!

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