Tours To Formentera

Formentera fourth island of the Balearic Islands, In the Mediterranean. Just over 5,000 people by the latest data for 83 square kilometers. In this piece of land you will find beautiful beaches, which is great fun, but more control and less violation of nearby Ibiza.

Mallorca and Menorca are for tourists and upper-middle-age paid to visit, while flights from Italy to lead directly to Ibiza, where there are connections with ferries to Formentera, have a tourist numbers from 25 to 40 years desire to have fun but also with the desire to seek the beach and nature relaxing and restful.

In recent years, thanks to its wild places, white beaches and crystal blue sea, Has become a destination for VIP but especially Italian and English wandering the Mediterranean by boat, often stationed near the beach of Ses Illetas or Cala Sahona: Totti and his wife, Briatore and his wife, David and Victoria Beckham, Sting, Madonna and even the Spanish royal family.

Going to Ses Illetas transit from Las Salinas (easy translation) where you will see the salt lake where the artificially created water and the bottom take color from green to pink, also based on the position of the sun. The beach of "Illettes" is also very special because it is a spit of sand, must be explored on foot, which extends to Ibiza, no more than 30 meters wide, with the sea on both sides, which often is calm on the one hand and moved the other.
Other beautiful beaches are Migjorn, Platja de Llevant, Platja de Tramuntana, Platja de Sa Roqueta where you can also find nudist areas and do not necessarily separate, but thanks to the tolerance of bathers coexistence "with" and "no" costume does not create any kind of problem.

All these beaches are free, There are no services as we are accustomed to in Italy, found only bars and restaurants, kiosks, which are often only thanks to the arrival of Italian entrepreneurs of local aperitifs are transformed in venues for fun music and animation. To find out where to go, do not worry, the pr move to the beaches to inform what will be the local point of the evening. It starts off into the sunset with 'drink on the beach and until dinner time which is basically about ten o'clock in the evening, music, snacks and appetizers with games, group photos, encounters between people.

Despite the great tolerance towards tourists, the island is not granted to excess without any control, and fun fun fun but be aware that the rules must be respected, so if you want the total transgression is not the place for you, stop in Ibiza.

For the dinner you do not have an embarrassment of choice. In addition to those beaches that are very basic, there are the towns of San Ferran and Es Pujol, where there are still traces of the hippie community. The restaurants are different, you can eat Paella, grilled meat, grilled fish with very tasty sauces. The kitchen is very simple but very tasty with the spices used in abundance. Try the San Ferran Fonda Pepe Finca Sa, and Es Forn Can Pujol found Casa Anita, Pinatar, Sa Palmera and fireplace.

For the after dinner the choice is outdoor bars and discos open until late. We meet all of the trendiest places, just word of mouth.
As a last tip you can take a trip to Cap de Barbaria, extreme southern tip of the island where you can visit the lighthouse and find a lot of walking on the rocks geckos of the small pearl of the Mediterranean. Good holiday.

Farm Holidays Tourism Guide

For all those who live during the years of intense stress situations, the best vacation is in contact with nature. An excellent opportunity to regenerate

body and mind is offered by the farm.


The concept of farm

From north to south, plain or hill, Our Belpaeseoffers many opportunities to get in touch with nature and with the ways agricultural. Buildings used for accommodation for tourists are drawn from rural structures, As in Umbria and Tuscany, historic houses, In the Veneto and Lazio, or farms, As in South Tyrol.

The farm can taste the typical products directly derived from gardens and animals reared in the backyard. The farm is, by law, a genuine agricultural activity and, whoever leads one, not a businessman but a real farmer.

Where to go

When it comes to farm you immediately think of Tuscany, where there are thousands, especially in the area of ​​Chianti and the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, between Siena and Arezzo, and Umbria. But the whole of Italy is dotted with structures. Starting from the area of ​​Parma, for example, there is an association (Parma Farm Quality) Grouping the farms quality. In the South Tyrolean Alpine panorama, including national parks and breathtaking landscapes dominated by Dolomites, Heritage, There are many farms, including the provinces of Bolzano and Brunico, Bressanone and Merano, grouped in the association Red Rooster. Many are located in historic and charming Emilia Romagna, Veneto and lower Lombardy, between Pavia, Mantua and Cremona.


The activities

If you decide to spend a holiday in one of these places can take the opportunity to do outdoor activities, such as 'riding or mountain bike, But also actively participate in the life of the farm planting seeds and harvesting the vegetables. The people, however, are free to choose what to do and not do, the programs are decided from time to time according to your needs and wants. Almost all structures organized many activities:

• Excursions to the nearby cities of art, or tours to places of natural interest;
• Hiking, horseback riding, or biking;
• Tasting of local products;
• Various courses in cooking, painting, decoupage;
• Shiatsu, reflexology, and other techniques;
• Activities on the farm.

Tour To Elba Island

The Island of Elba, the Tuscan Archipelago (Pianosa with, Giglio, Montecristo, Gorgona, Goatherd and Giannutri) is a piece of land in front of Tuscany. Easily accessible by ferry, are only a dozen kilometers from the coast, is a tourist destination from May to October for both temperature and beach sand into rock.

It 'really a paradise, Slightly larger than 200 square miles and thirty thousand inhabitants, which almost tripled in the summer, do you think in the central part of the island has a width of only 3 km and a half. You arrive in Portoferraio, the island's main town, located to the north west and from there you can quickly reach any other location.

Island rich in iron ore deposits located on the east (the name of the main center is one example) in the past exploited even by the Etruscans and many beaches has vanished for the reddish color, it has also become famous for exile Napoleon in 1814 after the disastrous campaign in Russia, but remained as a trace only two villas his residences.

You can find accommodation without problems thanks to the great accommodation both in hotels, apartments or houses for rent, but also many campsites are well equipped.


To find beautiful beaches you do not have an embarrassment of choice, from southeast clockwise Innamorata find the beach, where in July is celebrated a festival where it is lit at the beach and people in costume replicates the death of a noble woman who fell from a cliff (the girlfriend), beach pebbles and sand, suitable for snorkeling, then we move to the Gulf of Northmen, always mixed with the beach right to see the black background with little effort. Instead, in the Gulf of Lacona beach is white with pine forest, then for bathing suits families, but it is always nice for sunbathing. If you want a beach to walk, the longest is that of Marina di Campo of almost 2 km, always white sand.

After the road offers a beautiful panorama of the coast to the mountains coming down to the beaches of Cavoli, Seccheto (the smallest) and Fetovaia: the first is the trendy beach par excellence suitable for those who love the sea after the dance and drink on the beach The second and third are more familiar with the peculiarities of a luminescent sand in water has an effect of suspended glitter, crystal clear water and a small cave to visit, also suitable for making Diving.

The north west is mainly rock from St. Andrew Hague up to Marciana Marina. Procchio returned again to have sand. Last resort is to be reported with the Biodola mixture of stones and sand.

If you want to do some visit you can go and take a stroll up to Poggio a small village perched on a hill and take the cableway from Marciana, which takes you to the top of the highest mountain in the island, the Mountain Huts, Which goes up to 1019 meters high from where, on clear days, you can see almost the whole island, up to Tuscany, Pianosa and Corsica.

For the evening you do not have the choice of small towns with restaurants, taverns, bars and clubs open till late Capoliveri, Porto Azzurro, Portoferraio, Marina di Campo and well. There are numerous fairs and festivals with wine and sausage, if you like the genre.
Easy to get around by car or scooter, bike to the many challenging slopes, is for those who love climbing. If you still have a few days of vacation's worth a thought.

Tour to Gran Paradiso National Park

The National Park of Gran Paradiso is a goal, every year, thousands of people, who love the mountains and nature in general, that this reality is really fascinating and spectacular. It is, in fact, a alpine environment where once towered cold and huge glaciers that, over the centuries have given way to the valleys that can be seen now.

The park was founded in the early '20s, and together with the National Park of Abruzzo, is one of the oldest Italian parks; From the geographical point of view is located on a vast territory (more than 70,000 hectares), which includes the Piedmont and Valle d'Aosta, and its management is entrusted Ente Nazionale Gran Paradiso (Torino). This is a massive, which is 4,000 meters, it has come six valleys: Cogne, Valsavarenche Rhèmes, Orc, and Champorcher Soana.
The highest peak 4061 meters, is located on the dividing Valsavarenche Cogne.

The symbol of the park is the ibex, Animal and very easy to spread over the Alps, and onStambecco simbolo del Parco del Gran Paradiso all the rocky terrain, unfortunately, subject to abatement poorly controlled, because of hunting that allowed not only consume its tasty meat, meat extract also talismans and amulets, horns and "Cross of the heart." Fortunately in 1821 the then King of Sardinia, Charles Felix issued a Royal Decree which forbade hunting, since then, allowing the protection of the ibex. In truth he was the only one to give "democratically" hunting! Then spread the Vittorio Emanuele II had the same choice, I would say but very little hunting environmentalist, to the point that he decided to give a new face in this valley, to allow the comforts of a luxury hunting, constructing mule tracks (of which even today if has vision), and numerous hunting lodges, which are useful to him and all his troops.
If you want to walk part of the "real" way of hunting, just go to Colle del Valle Orco and Nivolet to observe closely the real trail, the home of the Grand Hunting Plan (now the refuge).

It was then that Victor Emmanuel III signed a decree that gave birth to the Gran Paradiso National Park in the 30's management came under the beam, which send them criminals, thieves and the rebels to the government to atone for their sins and punishments. In 1947 the Head of State Henry De Nicola, founded the Gran Paradiso National Park Authority.

The beauty of the park is enormous because nature is untouched and it is easy to fall in love, what happens to all and particularly to families who decide to "cleanse" the lungs in the blue and cloudless sky mountainous. Among the most beautiful and popular trees in the park are undoubtedly the larch, Above the valley floor, but you can also watch the spruces, or the rare silver firThe principles of the forest, then leave the space as they climb to an altitude of pastures, which in spring are covered with bright and fragrant flowers. But for lovers of the glaciers, rising to over 4,000 meters, you can admire them in all their spectacular meditative silence.

Inside the park a lot of alternate types of environments, from fragrant and green forests, the wetlands in the rocky, grasslands, and again rivers, streams, fresh streams and lakes. The most beautiful lakes to be observed are close to the neck area and are the Nivolet Lakes Nivolet (Artificial), close to the refuge Savoy, here comes the Savara which come together in Baltea. Other lakes (all natural) are the Lake Leite, Lake Rosset with a central island: both are the source of the river Orco, which results in Chivasso. Again we find in the Valley of Cogne Lauson lakes and Loie.

The city of Turin is highly dependent on Paco, as regards the supply of hydroelectric power, and specifically the countries of Locana Ceresole Reale and the Canavese.

In aquatic environments, animals and plants we find beautiful and interesting, such as certain species of algae such as duckweed, or the edges of rivers and wetlands, however, in the buttercup water lilies and poetic.

As for the flora in the park, you can enjoy cherry, hazel, aspen, chestnut, ash, birch, pine and so on. While, to finish, you can give away the wildlife viewing ibex, chamois, Wolves, lynx and marmots. And among birds hawks, crows, woodpeckers, tits, owls and tawny owls, eye, and not to sit on the nest for up to two feet high, the formica rufa.

Lapland Tour Packages

What better time than this to go see Santa Claus? Yes, because the home of Santa Claus, to the delight not only children, there really is. We must be up to the Arctic Circle, in the northernmost province of Finland, Lapland, land of ice and reindeer. The capital city which is called RovaniemiIn the Sami language (the Sami) Roavenjarga, and for six months of the year everything is covered with snow, during which time the temperature in the daytime is -13 °, but at night comes easily to -30 °. This is real cool!

The home of Santa Claus is just outside the town, the grand old man of course is not a citizen, just walk a few kilometers to the north and arrives at the North Pole. In this small group of houses, all in wood, with decorations and lights very characteristic, you can feel the "real" Christmas air. In Santa Park we find, in addition to a restaurant and shops to buy some Magyar remember, even an exhibition of ice sculptures. If you see a lighted wire suspended in the air, that's the sign of where it passes Lapponia da Babbo Natalehypothetically the line of the Arctic Circle.

Finally, if we go into the cave where he dwells, there is the Santa's Workshop, The Laboratory of the Elves, Where the room is kept throughout the year Santa's sleigh (A box of our parts), the Kitchen of Gingerbread, Where Santa's Elves and eat as they prepare to deliver gifts on Christmas Eve, then l 'Post Office, One of the most important of the world, who works mainly a month and the year very strongly. In this magical place all the letters of children come from all over the world with the demands of the gifts. A curiosity: the Italians are the second to send letters.

To the delight of the children are made of shows starring the Elves, or they can enjoy the playground. For adults you can take a trip on the ice with the sleigh, pulled by reindeer, to see the colors that the sun only in this place manages to create and then to stop eating a sausage to cook yourself on fire. Or even a visit to the zoo, where you can find lynx, eagles, owls, wolves and bears in their natural habitat.

If you love the cold, maybe during the return trip to Italy you can take a detour and go in Swedish Lapland, in a small village called Jukkasjärvi (Which seems to be the name of an Ikea chair), not far from Kiruna, Where every year in December, is built the 'Ice Hotel, Traveling around on ice, active until the spring, when it melts naturally. Everything is on ice; the rooms, bars, lounges and even a theater. Chairs, tables and lamps are also all in ice, as well as a chapel and an art gallery. Definitely spend a weekend is a special event, sounds and colors are unique. Of course, these are goals that are good for people who love travel details and not for those who can not wait to heat and sun and cover with cold in the first two sweaters. And 'but certainly an interesting experience, even if you are no longer children or you have been to the beach this summer.

The World's Weirdest Hotels

Soon there will be the Christmas holidays and for those who want to leave but is still undecided on where to go, and especially for those who want to stay different and special, you have created a website Unusual Hotels of the World, Where you can find all the most original hotels in the world.

For surely a holiday dedicated to originality, with a stay in the rooms really unusual, visiting this site you can choose between hotels in the shape of a dog or hanging from a crane, or hotels built on real trees, if you plan to spend Indiana Jones-style holiday. For those who do not want to give up relaxing on vacation, there is the possibility to opt for a comfortable and luxurious hotel in the clouds, or under water with a resort diver.

Let us see together what are the most unusual and original hotels that exist in our planet.

If you love cool places, and you do not mind the icy evenings, the place for you is in Quebec, where there 'sHotel de Glace, A structure built with sixteen thousand tons of snow and ice, and provided with all furniture and furnishings furnishing strictly ice. The hotel is only open from January until the end of March and is easy to understand why.

If you do not want to get away much, but you also want to freeze a vacation in the Alps of Friuli there are real igloo immersed in nature to minus 20 degrees, of course within these igloos will find all the amenities to survive the intense cold.

If you love animals so much that "take sleeping inside," here is a funny and original proposal; Dog Bark Park Inn, Playing a hotel built to scale a real dog. It is located in the United States, dell'Idhao in the countryside, and offers accommodation with all facilities and breakfast.

It has nothing to envy to others for comfort and relaxation the hotel Jumbo Hostel, A hostel housed in a jumbo-seventies. It is located at Arlanda airport near Stockholm, and has 25 rooms available, all super-equipped, as well as a relaxing and luxurious suite created in the cockpit.

If you love the sea and fascinated by its depths, you can book a room at the Jules Undersea Lodge, A charming hotel located just below the waters of the Florida Keys islands. In this original hotel you can enjoy a cup of coffee looking out the window tropical fish passing by. The only downside is that your room will be accessible only with scuba equipment.

If you are a real Indiana Jones and you have the spirit of fearless adventurers, the perfect hotel for you is l 'Ariau Amazon Towers Hotel which is located in Brazil, specifically in Manaos. The rooms are located between the trees, more than 20 meters in height, and are connected by a network of bridges, all in perfect style adventurer.

If the trees are not enough, you can always choose to stay in a hotel suspended by a crane, the Netherlands. From there the view of the harbor is nothing short of wonderful.


As we have seen strange hotels around the world there are many, just knowing how to choose one for you over and above that suit your particular preferences. As for prices, then, these vary greatly, we start from 200 euros per night including breakfast, up to many thousands of euros for one night only.

Good choice and welcome!

Valentine in Igloo

Valentine's Day is approaching and for those who want to take advantage of this special day dedicated to lovers to spend a few days away from home in a particular place is a good proposal are the igloo in snowy mountains is not Italian.

Certainly you should not fear the cold indeed must be a reason to stay close with your partner and indulge in pampering and sweet effusions that will surely heat up.

Among the proposals for a Valentine's Day to spend literally "squatting" and embraced not to suffer the cold and ice in an igloo decorated in a romantic way for the occasion to mention is that of 'igloos on the glacier of Val Senales, A well 2,850 meters above sea level. The Refuge Bella Vista, Maso Corto in Schnalstal has designed a package just for Valentine's Day, which includes transfer by cable car and chairlift up to the fact Refuge Bella VistaAnd then depart with a snowmobile to the igloos where lovers spend the night.

Of course, the small Ice houses are equipped with all the comforts required for a stay of the wealthy and romantic couple, in fact, is present in every igloo made of snow a double bed, soft sheepskin for warmth, a sleeping bag that stands up to the bed temperature of -40 °, thermal blankets and candles that you know make the atmosphere very romantic. Besides, for a total relaxation will be available to those who will also enjoy a spacious outdoor sauna, The highest in Europe.

For the dinnerThe Bella Vista shelter will prepare local dishes with hot drinks and of course the champagne, and breakfast the next morning will be served in the tea room in an igloo and even a hearty breakfast at a nearby restaurant. Regarding the cost, this is roughly around the 145 euro per person, including dinner and a shuttle service with a snowmobile.

In Friuli Dolomites, namely there is a Piancavallo Igloo Village, Where exactly do you organize a Valentine's weekend called Valentine Hearts 2 and 1 Igloo.

For the first day is expected to hotel, dinner, always with local products and the accommodation, for the second day after a hearty breakfast there is an excursion in the chair and visit the Igloo Village. Then after lunch, and dinner to the shelter and that is the highlight here is the romantic overnight in an igloo by candlelight always with all necessary amenities and then for a hearty breakfast the next day and return home. The fee includes the complete stay and excursions with the rental of various equipment is 259 euro.

For a truly memorable Valentine's Day by spending more in the cold for the heating effect of the pampering of your beloved / a here is a good idea in an igloo at 2,453 m above sea level, on top of the Muottas Muragl, Famous for its wonderful and panoramic views of the lakes.

This place is really spectacular and beautiful so that was discovered by artists and poets, and was, in fact, renamed "Mount of artists." It 'reached by the train that runs until late at night is wonderful and the view of the lights that are reflected in the lakes.

The 'Schloss Pontresina located in this magical place has created a very interesting and romantic package for all couples wishing to spend an 'unusual Valentine's Day. In two large igloos of 8 feet each decorated with beautiful ice sculptures every little detail is not left to chance, the stars and snow lit by candles, you can enjoy local dishes in a fairytale.

The package includes excursions and overnight stay included. For costs you to inform you on the website or by telephoning the hotel Schloss Hotel reception itself.

Most Popular Destinations Around The World

If you love travel and discover different cultures, new places to visit if you're planning a trip, but you are still undecided in what place in the world to go, you will be pleased to consult the list of top destinations for 2010.
Among the destinations, as well as classical ones, in the rankings, there are also places unusual and extravagant trips special.


Mysore

Mysore IndiaIn this enchanting destination overseas, you can make a wonderful spiritual journey in India. This is a place for the care of the soul, to find oneself. Mysore is also called the city of palaces and is located in southern India. For some years there has been widespread fashion travel meditation, and this is definitely the place to meditate, because here we follow the teachings of yoga master Krishna Pattabhi Jois, who died in 2009 at 94 years. Now his school, the Ashtanga Yoga Research Institute, is managed by his nephew.


Mumbai

Mumbai in India Formerly called Bombay. After the Mumbai attacks of 2008, citizens wanted to show their love for the city and have painted a mural along a kilometer. This excellent program has initiated many public art projects, allowing the resumption of the art. Already you can visit five and two contemporary art galleries that will open soon and then there is a project of Gallery 88 in Calcutta, which sponsors Indian writers and emerging Asian artists. So if you love art and want to make a journey to discover new artistic wonders, Mumbai is the place for you.


Shanghai

The Chinese city is preparing for a big event to be held from May 1 to October 31: the EXPO 2010, which has as its motto "Better City, Better Life" (Better City, better life). Shanghai is organizing the best for this event which includes a visit of about 70 million people and we are investing $ 10 billion to make the city organized and ready for the event.


Lake Ohrid

Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Lake Ohrid is indeed a place enchanted, so much so that to promote it and make it a tourist destination is well planned opening of an airport for domestic and international flights and the construction of luxury hotels. Recent excavations have led to the discovery of ancient treasures dating from the sixteenth century. Ohrid, the Macedonian city, is famous not only for the lake, but also for its ancient and very beautiful churches and monasteries, including that of St. Sophia, the cathedral and seat of the Orthodox.

Istanbul

Elected European Capital of Culture 2010, Istanbul is one of the most popular destinations at this time. Many events planned for this year, exhibitions, concerts, visits to the galleries of the most attractive city, and Galerist Gallery Nev. So if you plan your trip to the capital stingy, surely you will not have time to get bored.

Costa Rica

Costa Rica For the adventurous the novelty of 2010 is the Costa Rican Bird Route. Here you can sleep in eco-lodge, hiking and birding by canoe or observation of the various species of birds. The itinerary includes a visit to the park reserve of 13 different natural habitats for over 500 species of birds. It can run alone, of course with a map, or accompanied by ornithologists and local guides.

Norway

Norvegia fiordiFor those who love cool places, Norway, famous for the beautiful fjords, is also the ideal place for winter sports like skiing, hiking and boating in the ice, for those who really do not fear the cold. The tour operator specializing Ziniry promotes travel precisely in this land of the north and, for those concerned, makes travel packages according to different needs.

Minorca

This small island in the Mediterranean is a true oasis of peace. Unlike Ibiza and Mallorca, the favorite destinations for kids that offer nightlife, Menorca is really a place to relax. Declared a UNESCO biosphere for its unspoiled nature, is a paradise for those who want to spend days in complete relax, immersed in nature.


Gargano

If you do not want to go far for your vacation, here's an all-Italian place that has nothing to envy to foreign destinations, in the beautiful Gargano Apulia. The Gargano on the Adriatic Sea and is the ideal place to spend the summer holidays. Besides offering a pleasant stay in beautiful natural landscapes, with prices not too high.

Geneva Tourism Guide

Geneva is a city of elegant, sophisticated, chic and snobbish in its main arteries consecrate themselves to a demanding and selective. When it comes to Geneva, it is worth mentioning the "Jet". It is known throughout the world. The great characters of the jet-setters have seen at least once. But the jet in Geneva, a true icon of the city, has not always been a tourist attraction!

In the second half of the nineteenth century, the city's population increased from 64,000 to 100,000. Since water is the main energy, the authorities decided to build a factory to hydraulic Coulouvrenière, in order to distribute the driving force of the Rhine to Geneva artisans working in their small shops.

When the evening, these artisans stop their cars, they produce uncontrollable pressures by drivers working hydraulics, which must rush to stop the pumps, it is impossible to predict at what time you will produce the super-pressures.


And that's when you had the idea to create an additional dispensing valve, through a closed security, which was meant to control the pressure, leaving the sky to raise the water overpressure.

We are in 1886, so was born the first jet of water. She launches into the sky about 30 meters, but it attracts the attention of the population that loves to stop and contemplate. For this reason, in July 1891, the Board of Directors of the city of Geneva, decided to promote it to a tourist attraction, raising it to 90 meters.

Until 1951, the water jet has been linked to a network of drinking water. But send a cubic meter of water, every two seconds in the sky is truly an enterprise! Had to be built in the bay, a pumping station independently, using the water of the lake and allowing the jet of water to operate all year round!

Today, its average height is about 140 m. The water is driven at a speed of 200 km per hour with an output of 500 liters per second. And lighted by twelve projectors, eight of which illuminate the base and four columns and the tip of the building. The water jet in Geneva is not the highest in the world, but symbolizes the vitality of a city known internationally as environmentally friendly and facing the future. A curiosity, the jet of water can not stand the wind, when blowing over 25 mph, the jet does not appear to cross the sky.

Geneva is a city "alternatives", All gathered around the old city, the bastions, the walls of the reformers, the Cathedral of Saint Pierre, and the statue of General Dufour. And 'symbolically divided by Lake Lehmann on the right bank and left bank. Connected by the bridge Mont Blanc, From which you have a splendid view of snow-covered mountain.

Geneva is the City banks and high finance; home of precision clocks, cradle of the most prestigious jewelry and cities where the chocolate becomes a work of art for demanding and refined palates.

And 'rich museums, Such as Famous'Contemporary Art. The museum of history of scienceLocated in the heart of the residence of the Park-Restaurant "The Pearl of the Lake", has a collection of old scientific instruments from the seventeenth to the nineteenth century. The Patek Philippe-MUSEUM is the museum that displays 500 years of history of the clock, with masterpieces from the sixteenth century to the twentieth century. And then you can visit yet Museum of Far Eastern art, The Museum of ethnography shows that such fibers ancestral Indonesia, the International Museum of the Red Cross, Which shows for example the massacre of landmines or genocide committed by the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia contemporary, the Swiss museum in the world As the Swiss Guards of the Pope, the Vatican by a whopping 500 years! There are still Museum of Natural History which is the expression of the insect world, and finally the Museum of Art and History consecrated ingenuity of man. Do not forget the magnificent botanical garden with Conservatory of Music.


Which of you did not hear at least once in his life to speak of Davidoff? Now Geneva is the home of Davidoff Cigar, A house founded in 1911. Zino Davidoff is the most famous connoisseur of cigars from around the world. He has dedicated his life to the tobacco and cigar. Its purpose was "to enrich life with pleasure." He was a man well known in the business world, believed in the essential values ​​and happiness resulting from them. "Do you smoke less, but better and longer" was his philosophy of life.

Geneva is the city, devoted to the shopping at high risk for credit card! The most prestigious international fashion companies, try and seduce the visitor with their spectacular window displays. Geneva is a city temptress, the pleasures and tastes delicious, overflow from local and international restaurants. The tourist as well as the public is led to the sin of gluttony. Swiss specialty is the Fondue and "raclette" cheese melt with vegetables! Or as the famous lake fish "Filettes de perches" sauce and lemon "Les shadows" or "The Feras".

Geneva at night strips of double-breasted, tie and white cuffs, held that it had taken to work in the bank and broke out in clubs, private clubs, cabarets, lounges, wine bars. A curiosity spicy for the tourist who suffer from loneliness, there are many escort agencies and if it were a woman in need of companionship is an agency that provides male companionship is to be accompanied at a dinner party, for other needs, but not limited to, other agencies also provide young girls and ladies over thirty-five years and available gay men more demanding!

Paris Tourism Guide

For anyone with a passion for travel, one of the places not to miss is Paris. A magnificent city that wraps its guests in a magical atmosphere with its monuments, its history, its shops. In Paris seems to be much easier to dream and sometimes it seems to be in a sogno. Numerosissime the attractions and places to visit in the French capital also boasts a excellent connections to the metropolitan and rail which allows to reach the various destinations in a smooth and timely.


The "Tour to Paris" begins with the visit of historical and cultural places of interest along the Champes Elysées until you reach 'Arc de Triomphe de l'Étoile, From which you can enjoy breathtaking views of the city.

During the walk on the Champs Elysees is "a must" to visit the many shops including a "baguette and a crepe" offer several options for the purchase of souvenirs, souvenirs and more.

While trip to paris, step immediately following the Eiffel Tower, Imposing building that stands at the iron center of the city, after a hike on the steps and a small section of the elevator reaches the top of the tower where you realize that it is so worth the effort that you can see from above the city and the Seine River that bisects and vision is really to lose his breath.

Continuing the journey as a cultural forgetting the famous museums of Paris: the Louvre (Also the protagonist of the famous book and subsequent movie "The Da Vinci Code"), which houses some of the most important artworks of the world as Mona Lisa, the Orsay Museum showing the masterpieces of Impressionism and the Centre Pompidou which houses important works of modern and contemporary culture.

Indeed paris travel information; for lovers of movies and fairy tales undoubtedly important steps are the Cathedral Notre Dame (Setting of the legendary love story of the Hunchback Quasimodo) and Moulin Rouge located in the so-called "red light district" PigalleNear Montmartre.

And how can I not go to visit the Church of the Sacred Heart, the Sainte Chapelle and Royal palace of Versailles, The most interesting monuments and buildings in history. In addition to the fascinating cultural journey, Paris tour is not completely lacking in the provision of recreational attractions and eno-gastronomic.

The renowned French cuisine can easily be tasted in many restaurants that offer opportunities for every budget: to find the most affordable prices we must, however, away from central streets of the city where the prices are very high for the large flow of tourists.

As to the possibilities of entertainment not to mention “Euro Disney"Object of pilgrimage by many European tourists. The major attractions of the amusement park not only attract the little ones and it is a favorite destination for visitors of all ages.

For the freaks "extreme shopping" Finally, it reminds one of the largest shopping malls in Europe: Gallery "Lafayette", A shopping center where it's really hard not to satisfy their desire to make money.

The journey in the knowledge of the French capital can go even further, visiting the French quarters, stopping to enjoy the views that are offered through the waters of the Seine, or on board ships.

The time to visit all the sights of Paris seems to be insufficient, and never goes away when you have the feeling that he still lost something.

What is a trip to Paris that remains in the heart, as the desire to return, the city has a unique magic that envelops all, young and old, to return home.

Tipping Guide Around The World

Although the global economic crisis we are experiencing makes tourists more "stingy" and do prefer the new payment systems, such as credit card or debit card is not gone tip as a way of rewarding those who have worked for us, in hotels or especially restaurants.

To avoid problems when we are abroad, this article will be quite a valuable guide for those who has to go beyond our national borders.

In Europe the restaurant tipping guide the service is usually included in the bill, but you are free to leave between 5 and 10% of the expenditure as a tip. In the hotel to the messenger who brings good to leave the baggage is € 1.50 per bag.


In USA And Canada the speech is a bit 'more complex, there being the home of the so-called "scientific tip." In fact, it is common practice for the U.S. calculate with exactitude the percentage of tip to leave, they call tip, And varies from 15% of total food in a restaurant if we are normal up to 20% of the cost if we are in a fancy restaurant. In both cases, the percentages shall be calculated including all taxes. In cases of tables of at least 6 / 8 people is a bonus of 18% service charge, as is indicated on the menu. This is because the salary of the hotel staff also includes voice tips.

In hotels tip to give the boy and 1 or $ 2 per bag, 2 to $ 5 in luxury hotels.

For taxi drivers, you should leave 15% of spending on travel, plus 1 or $ 2 depending on the baggage that we have to load and unload from the taxi. In Central America or Mexico good use in restaurants is to leave between 15 and 20% tip, while the taxi drivers just round up. To the clerks of the hotel is fine to € 0.50 babaglio.


In Argentine and South America tip guide if you go to the restaurant there is no need to tip, including the service account is in, otherwise just leave 10%, while the porter of the hotel are enough here € 0.50 per bag .

In Australia or New Zealand tip is not necessary to be an offense and as a result. But not so in the luxurious rooms, where instead it is a custom. In restaurants the service is included in the bill, the bellboy a tip is $ 2 for babaglio. For taxi drivers is enough to take the fare rounded up.

In Africa in restaurants tip the service is usually included in the bill, otherwise it is acceptable to 10% tip. Same rate for taxi drivers, hotel porters while the tip is 0.50 € per bag.In Egypt but no precise percentage is not in force as to leave as a tip, although it is much appreciated and diffused and almost "mandatory". Exists throughout the Arab system baksheesh, Which translates to bribe or donation.

Speech for the particular China, Where up to the Olympics last year, the tip was very rare habit, was recognized as a bonus only to tourist guides, or for services received at the hotel. Since then, however, influenced by the custom western tip in this country has become commonplace, but always to a description of the customer and above all not mandatory. Still not there but for the drivers.

More or less the same thing in India tipping guide, Though here have not played in the Olympics. However, in the restaurants the service is included in the bill, if you really want to leave something € 2 are sufficient. If the service is not included in the bill, is appreciated the 10% tip. Taxi drivers are obliged to ask only the money shown on the meter and can not accept tips. As for the bellhops is customary to € 0.50 per bag.

In Malaysia, Philippines, South Korea and Thailand tip guide it is customary to round up the bill you pay.

Finally, at Hong Kong tip is 10-15% of the planned expenditure is acceptable for taxi drivers and round up the fare of transport. In the hotel, but only in those luxury category, the porters, you can leave 1 to 2 € per piece.

Now, with this information, there are no more excuses not to tip, with the excuse that you do not know how to leave.

Best Holiday Destinations For Winter

If you want to take a holiday in this period, your options are more than one, depending on whether you want to spend a winter holiday relaxingOr surprising, Or originalThere are several interesting destinations. There are so many ideas for all tastes and all pockets.

The key to save on winter holidays is to find the right destination at the right time of year. Usually you'll save at the beginning of the season, but there are also some incredible opportunities this season. The times more expensive for a winter holiday is Christmas, New Year and the interval between school quarters, so it's best to avoid a winter holiday in these holiday periods, and choose from as far away from the holy days.

For those who love the snow, there's nothing better than a week or weekend in a beautiful cottage, perhaps near a ski slope. The white weeks, however, can be very expensive, forcing many families to abandon or reduce to a single day holiday. However, with travel plans in advance and independent, you can enjoy a wonderful holiday in the snow, comfortable, fun, and then tailored suits our pockets.

Meanwhile, if we are skiers, we have to consult the guide to ski resorts in Italy to choose which one works for us.

Those who love skiing will find beautiful snow-covered slopes on several fronts, easily accessible by ski lifts, chair lifts and three gondolas: Spinal, Pradalago and 5 Lakes.

Or another good solution is the destination for winter Switzerland, where you can relax surrounded by nature. You can challenge themselves with breathtaking snowshoe hike through the woods by a white fairy tale, or relax with friends and fondue, after a day of skiing.

For those who want a holiday of 'art and culture in Italy are many cities that even during the coldest periods of the year are ready to accept, with their characteristic warmth, thousands of tourists from all over the world. First of all there is definitely the capital, Rome, With many monuments, churches and museums open to visitors. Not least are Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Turin, Trieste, Perugia and so on.

For those who prefer the other hand, experience a "warm", and then the sun, sea, beaches, there are several places like Zanzibar (Tanzania), known since the days of Sinbad the sailor as the spice island, apart from the sea offers a picturesque hinterland of parks and safaris. The climate is tropical, with temperatures around 29 degrees all year round.

Another much sought after goal in this period is Dubai, The capital of the UAE. The city is located on Persian Gulf and close to Rub al-Khali desert. Dubai is known worldwide for its ambitious building projects. Visitors to Dubai can also choose to stay at Burj al-Arab, One of the highest hotels in the world with its 321 meters. In summer temperatures can reach up to
50 degrees, while in winter range from 20 to 25 degrees.

In short, there are many possible destinations, then from there choose the one that best suits our needs and our desires.

The Rites of Holy Week in Taranto

Holy Week is a time of considerable intensity both in terms of emotional and religious in many cities and countries represented are events whose origins can be traced to very remote ages. Among the most ancient and special you are without doubt the Holy Week Rites in Taranto.

The holy rites of Taranto have roots far back in time: it is believed the date back to Spanish rule in the South and in fact the events to commemorate the Passion and death of Jesus Christ, they still have many similarities with those of some Spanish cities.

Taranto was the creator of the rites Don Diego Calo, Which at the end of the seventeenth century, he built the statues of Jesus and of Our Dead. Subsequently, these statues were donated by Francesco Antonio Carmine Calo of the Brotherhood which has since had the honor and the burden of carrying on a very old tradition.

The rites of Holy Week in Taranto begins on the afternoon of Holy Thursday, when the pardons come at intervals, from the Church of the Carmine in order to proceed on a pilgrimage to the main churches in the old and the New Village. The two villages are linked by the swing bridge are home to many churches that are, for that day, the object of pilgrimage not only forgive, but of all the faithful. In all the churches is set up, in fact, the Altar of Resurrection (erroneously called the tomb, as on Holy Thursday Jesus is not dead yet).

The Forgive, Which are one of the main figures of the rites Taranto, or are placed pairs of brothers of the Church of the Carmine, pace slowly around the city with a continuous swing said "Nazzecata". Their name "Excuse me" (dialect tarantino The Perdun) You think it refers to the pilgrims who came to Rome to ask the forgiveness of their sins. They are barefoot and wearing a white coat, a white cap with two holes at eye level, a crown of thorns on his head resting, white gloves, a black rosary hung at the waist with a crucifix and sacred medals plus a black leather strap attached to life, representing the whip with which Jesus was shot, and two, respectively bearing the inscriptions embroidered scapulars "Decor" and "Carmeli".
Forgive I also carry a stick about two feet high, symbolizing the ancient pilgrims' staff.

Forgive me I must fall in the mother church by midnight Thursday, when the Church of San Domenico in the old part of the Procession of Our Lady of Sorrows, which runs through the streets of the Borgo Nuovo and in the old church to return to the same base. The statue of the Madonna is carried by the brothers who wear their traditional dress consists of a white coat, a black rosary hung at the waist with a crucifix and sacred medals, a circle of black cloth lined with four white bands, edged with a black mozzetta white, buttoned down the front and a metal plate depicting Our Lady of Sorrows, a black hat trimmed in white, a white cap with two holes at eye level, a crown of thorns on his head resting, stockings and white gloves, black shoes rosettes with white ribbon and black button applied on them.

The procession, accompanied by funeral marches, consists of several figures: the Troccolante which opens the procession to the sound of Troccola; the Weigh representing the stones hurled at Jesus: the Cross Mysteries of, The Third Cross, The Second Cross, Before The Cross, The Throne, L 'Sorrows. There are also four pairs of items Crociferi first two before the Throne, as well as two clubs who have the task of maintaining the orderly procession of the brethren, and to replace if necessary.

The Procession Addolorata lasts all night and ends on the afternoon of Good Friday when the Church of the Carmine, apart from the Procession Mysteries of in which they are carried around the city the statues that symbolize the passion of Jesus

The procession consists of several elements: Troccola, A tool that opens the procession, the Banner or the flag of brotherhood, the Cross the mysteries, The Christ in theThe Column, l 'Ecce HomoThe Cascade, the Crucifix The Shroud of Turin, The Jesus Died, L 'Sorrows. There are also three pairs of items placed in front of the statues and seven clubs who have the task of maintaining the orderly procession of the brethren, and to replace if necessary.


A particular feature is the Statue of Our Lady of The two statues of Our being paraded in two processions (Procession of the Mysteries of Our and Procession) are apparently identical whereas there are significant differences. The most obvious is represented by the symbols: both statues are in the hands of a heart pierced and a handkerchief, but that of Holy Thursday has its heart in the left hand and a handkerchief in his right hand, while the symbols of Good Friday has reversed.

The procession is part of the Carmelite church on the morning of Holy Saturday, when the Troccolante knocks with the bat on the door of the Church to be open to take back the statues.

The rites of Holy Week in Taranto are a real moment of emotional involvement whose effect is not describable in words. Joining is the only true way to understand the fullness sensations that this cultural tradition and faith is able to convey. All rituals are accompanied by a climate of full participation: every citizen, regardless of age, participate fully in the events and also the city, with its sea and its beauty seems to devote himself fully to the rites, offering a unique setting.

Djerba Tour Packages

Djerba, or Jerba or Djerba is the largest island in the North Africa located in front of Tunisia in the Gulf of Gabes. Island, which is believed to have been also mentioned in the Odyssey when it is said that the island of the Lotus Eaters in their description is placed in the same position.

On this island you have passed through many occupants over the years, until the most recent as a French colony that has remained the second official language after Arabic Tunisian. Djerba is also one of the places where people speak Berber by the presence of the heirs of this population.


The island is famous for its mild climate, which in recent years has made it a destination for many tourists. The graphic film tourism has helped it near the town of Ajim was shot the first episode of Star Wars. This small piece of land has a main city, the capital, Houmt-Souk, around 60,000 inhabitants, the rest are all coastal cities as tourist accommodation.

Another peculiarity is the presence of one of the oldest Jewish communities and one of the oldest synagogues in the world. As you can see on this island, the coexistence of different cultural backgrounds and religious harmony and created a place where you have a way to find a home to 360 °.

Moving away from the coast where the last building of the hotels have a more modern with metal and glass, inside the buildings are typical of square white houses with domed roofs. Can be found in the only urban area is defined as a city, Houmt-Souk, Djerba, in small villages like or Guellala.
Sometimes windows are decorated blue or blue or even blue colored dome.

Walking around these towns are small souks or markets with small local groceries and spices. Mutton, fish, tomatoes, dates, honey, tea, cumin, red pepper, walnuts. Obviously the cous cous is king, but the variety of dishes with fish, meat and eggs is remarkable as the kammouina (meat stew with cumin) or mechoui (tuna and boiled eggs in spicy sauce). In hotels you will not have to worry about drinking water completely, and although we are in Africa, the vegetation is very lush. There are many flowering plants like geraniums, bougainvillea of different colors, jasmine, rhododendron, which are used to beautify the tourist places with art and fantasy.


The beaches, now nearly all equipped, are white sand, due to the winds the water is never very clear but it is clean. The only flaw is that in some points of algae slope, but the presence of these guarantees the proliferation of fish and shellfish and the marine ecosystem remains in balance.

Djerba is an island to rest, however. There are no facilities for entertainment such as discos or pubs. The recreational activities were held in hotels and villages. In small towns you can find some coffee, but nothing more fun. This is therefore a popular place to relax, rest and take care of themselves, or engage in the culture of the place, to visit the hinterland and the desert still not far away. Surely it is a place to explore.

Agrigento Tour Packages

Agrigento is capital of the province in Sicily, and is a small town but rich in culture, artistic and monumental. There are also many facilities and entertainment offered to the tourists. But Let's find out more!

There are no words more suitable than those expressed by Goethe in one of his trips to describe this charming Sicilian town: "Never seen in my entire life, a glorious spring morning as the rising of the sun ... From the window we see the vast and gentle slope throughout the ancient city of gardens and vineyards, just beneath the lush green divined some trace of the great and populous districts of the cities of the past. Only at the southern slope of this green and flowery rises the Temple of Concord, east of the few remains of the Temple of Juno, but from the eye does not see the ruins of other temples that runs on the south towards the sea. " Agrigento has been before this other names, According to the various peoples who have dominated. In fact, the birth of the city dates back around 580 BC, when a group of inhabitants of Gela, founded the city of Akragas. However, the city reached its peak under the tyrant Theron in 488 BC In 210 BC Akragas was conquered by the Romans who changed the name to AgrigentumAnd subsequently, with the fall of the Roman Empire the city was first besieged by the Byzantines and then by the Arabs who built a new town higher up, just where there is now, giving it the name of Girgenti. In 1807 the city was conquered by the Normans and below them was another great period of prosperity.

The crown jewel of the city is undoubtedly the wonderful and beautiful valley of the temples facing in all its grandeur in front of a beautiful blue sea.


The valley of the temples dates back to the Greeks, and since 1997 has been declared World Heritage, UNESCO.

The valley of the temples is formed from the remains of 7 temples in Doric style, the most impressive and what is currently in good condition is more the Temple of Concord, Built in the fifth century and transformed into a holy temple in the sixth century AD Of Temple of Castor have been only four columns, and its symbol is the temple of the city.

Then there are the Temple of Hera Lacinia, Also built in the fifth century dedicated to the homonymous Greek goddess, there, we celebrated the wedding, that of Heracles of which have been only eight columns, the Temple of Jupiter characterized by the presence of huge statues of the human form, and finally there are the remains of Temple of Asclepius and Volcano.

Also located in the valley of the temples also Tomb of Theron, A large monument in the shape of a pyramid, created perhaps to remember the fallen of the Second Punic War.

In addition to this fascinating scenario, the city is rich in cultural events, music, fashion, has many other architectural treasures and more.

To quote just some of the churches that are found there, we can not help but talk about the beautiful Church of St. Calogero, Dedicated precisely eponymous saint venerated particularly in the area, dating back to 500 and is located near the Avenue of Victory, a long avenue lined with a breathtaking view.

Then also the very beautiful Cathedral of St. Gerlando, Patron of the city, dating back to the Normans, and was restored after the landslide of 1966, the Church of St. Mary of the Greeks, Which was built on the ruins of a temple dedicated to Athena, and the Abbey of the Holy Spirit located in the old town, flanked by a convent of Benedictine nuns.

Speaking of Agrigento, it is impossible not to mention that this charming Sicilian city has given birth to 2 celebrities, the philosopher Empedocles born in the fifth century. B.C. and then the great playwright and novelist, known throughout the world, Pirandello.

Visitors to Agrigento in the period of January February can not help but notice the many almond trees that form the characteristic white clouds on green lawns, in fact, is dedicated to the almond trees in bloom a festival of the city, in mid-February, that draws people from all over the world.

For tourists there are many opportunities to stay in town and the promenade that takes the name of St. Leo, and is a meeting place for young people and not only rich in characteristic stands on the sea, especially on summer evenings host bands and entertainment.

Many restaurants and eateries that will delight you with local delicacies, especially fish.

For shoppers, the more excellent way is the famous Via Atenea, Who besides being one of the streets of Old Town, it is full of shops is a destination for shopping of all kinds.

So if you want to combine relaxation and cultural tour of the sea to be impressed and enchanted you just need to go a few days in this beautiful capital of Sicily.

Organize Your Going On Holiday

You are about to leave for the dream vacation time, and like every year we have the nightmare of the preparations. Do not know how to pack, what to bring, how not to forget things and not do everything at the last minute. The important thing is to start to organize a few days before, so you avoid anxiety become absorbed, and follow some simple trick.

Being tempista

The argument must be addressed luggage least three or four days before, so you have time to wash and iron their own clothing those who want to bring with us.


Make a list

It seems hateful, then there really is passionate and fun, also because it gives a certain satisfaction as they tick off the things you do. We must make a list of leaders who are also taking into account the vacation days. Only in this way you avoid filling your suitcase with unnecessary stuff. And if you're away for ten days is useless to bring thousands of things discordant colors, just choose clothing and accessories that between themselves. And before you have to put away everything on the bed helps to check if everything is matched and necessary.

Add a bag

It is useful to add a bag of cloth, to fold and put away in some travel is very useful to bring home any purchases, or if you provide some short tours or trips can be used for parts.


Bend without rubbing

The suitcase is perfect when things do not rub too much. Simply place the bottom pants and skirts, jackets and dresses on, and finally sweaters and cardigans. Shoes and heavy objects should be placed on the side opposite the handle.

Organize your beauty

To save space can be used in beauty be a reminder of the products they need, from suntan lotion, the shampoo to the tricks, and if possible to buy smaller packages.


The superlative of Loving

Here is a list of important things to remember: you can print it and use it to gradually remove things done!


# Medicine: Facts to prescribe drugs by the doctor, buy them and photocopy the recipes to take away. Also check that you have a health card.

# Charge your phone and informed if there are options for overseas.

# Bank: Take the cash, if you go abroad you do change, and make credit card and debit cards do not expire.

# Check the identity card, passport and make a photocopy of all your important documents, can be useful in case of loss.

# Buy a door-money and documents in cotton, to keep it under clothing.

# Guidebooks or maps of the place: best buy in Italy if you go abroad, to have them in Italian.

# If you go in the car to make a copy of the keys

# Tickets and travel documents.

# Food: buy food in the long run to leave home for when you return, empty the freezer to prevent the food to thaw during the blackout.

Low Cost Travel Packages

Low Cost Travel Packages

There is no crisis, but the holidays do not give up, then the Italians continue to go on vacation but with greater caution. The latest trend is to find formulas of nice trips with convenient and affordable. Travel low cost is a choice that unites the student and the professional all point to spend less and travel well. Here then sprout new formulas on the market alternatives to the last minute.




Save up to 30%

Some people hate organize your holidays at the last minute is advisable to book well in advance to take off thought. For all these people there is the formula first minute, Also known as advance booking. In practice, those who book first served basis and can also take advantage of very attractive discounts ranging up to 30% less than list. Tour operators usually provide a limited number of seats at a discounted price, so who has clear ideas should capture these offers. From this formula benefit as especially families, who can take advantage of free care for children, and is a good opportunity for groups, because if you travel a lot to find a place for all the last minute is not easy. To be eligible for this promotion, normally, confirm your reservation at least 45 days before departure and pay 25% of the total. You should inquire about cancellation policies.


Roulette Formula

This is a very special tourist formula: the consumer at the time of signing the contract knows the location, category structure and the type of treatment, but up to two days before leaving the hotel or do not know the structure and its location. The risk is high but you'll save 30 to 40% off the list price. It is important to note that in case of bad surprises upon arrival, you can always resort to the justice of the peace and associations of consumers, because the legislation requires the tour operator to inform the traveler of all details and characteristics of the package.



Online auctions

This is the latest addition to tourism, they are numerous auctioned on the Internet offers. Every week you can find complete travel packages, well described and the catalog price, in order to understand its value. The savings are on average 30-40%, but if you're lucky even more. It works like a normal auction, you start with a base price, even of 1 €, and from time to time is determined the value of each raise. The trip is assigned the highest bid which requires the purchase.

Aquarium of Genoa Tour Guide

The 'Aquarium of Genoa is located in the beautiful and picturesque old port city, easily reachable by train (station Genova Principe) and drive out west to Genoa, on the subway, who is then the city on foot, at San Giorgio.


Opened in 1992 in conjunction with the "Columbus celebrations," when we celebrate the 500 years since the discovery of America, the aquarium is a "city within a city": entering you immediately realize you are actually immersed in a fascinating world, silent full of surprises for all ages, offering the possibility to observe near the "dangerous" sharks, playful dolphins, penguins very funny, the sinuous jellyfish, the sociable breeds, and many other fish to all the wonderful and colorful.

The waters of the seas, and above all the deeper, hidden natural treasures of the existence of which is often not known. Only through a visit to an aquarium, and of course looking through the books and watching documentaries, you can enter this new and mysterious dimension, but the aquarium unlike the book, is "alive"! This peculiarity makes it unique and compelling for any visitor to the nature lover.

The Aquarium of Genoa is a great structure, with a population of 12,000 specimens belonging to 600 different species, in short, a collection of tribes of the seas and oceans and protected in a united city.


There is Biosphere That offers the exploration of the secrets of the tropical forest, are then used to City of Children and Young People, A beautiful and fascinating educational oasis, designed specifically for children, where play and study are mixed in a natural and attractive. In The Galata Sea Museum, Is set out and presented to the public the history of navigation in the Mediterranean, with 6000 objects from view. The Bigo, Which allows the elevator to go up to 40 feet tall and enjoy a breathtaking view of the city. All these "structures in the structure" and are accessible to visitors with a single ticket.

For the more curious and adventurous, even small, you can spend a night with the sharks, To observe their behavior even during night. Also you can follow through trip by boat, or rather the route the trail left by marine mammals to Portofino, with the Crocieracquario.

And for lovers of the "hidden" there is a chance to visit the aquarium behind the scenes with Secret Aquarium. Do you like turtles? Here is the trip for you Issuing of the Turtles, Dedicated to all those turtles aquarium housed, treated and then released into their natural habitat.

The Aquarium offers many tanks to be observed with many different species, from all the seas and oceans of our planet, then the tanks are "tactile" where you can touch some species of fish and mammals.


What do you see? As I mentioned above: dolphins, sharks, corals, sea eels, seahorses, jellyfish, clown fish, perhaps better known as "Nemo" by children, barracuda, batfish and lionfish. Then again, caimans and alligators, catfish, piranhas, and the dangerous, directly from tropical forests, pythons, iguanas the curious chameleons.

In short, young and old will never cease to be amazed and wonder try against so many animals to be observed in beautifully recreated habitats and protected by the care and love of all who are working day and night inside the aquarium for make possible the life of a city within a city of sea water.

All this was made possible thanks to the management of Costa Edutainment SpA, a company founded 1997 by the Genovese family has constantly invested to varying degrees in business Italian.

Costa Edutainment now has more than three million visitors a year, for which we offer our experience and above all is committed to education, preservation of species, responsible use of the aquarium and awareness for children and adults.

The Salento Heel of Italy

Extreme part of Puglia, overlooks two seas, the Ionian and Adriatic and includes the province of Lecce, Brindisi and Taranto. And 'the most to the east of Italy, namely the Cape of Otranto which is only 72 km from Albania. Land common to the landscape throughout the area with the interior almost completely cultivated with citrus and olive trees with large trunks and twisted bent by the wind. You will also find many plants of prickly pear india often along roadsides which grow spontaneously. The plots are divided by low walls made of dry as some typical low buildings similar to the trulli.

The sea has incredible colors, Both sandy and rocky bottom. It 'easy to have shades of dark blue, green, blue in a degradation to the coast. Some places are coastal holiday Torre Dell'Orso, San Foca, Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca, Gallipoli, Taranto, Santa Cesarea, pulsing, and St. Andrew's Tower, and is characterized simply beaches and sea, these places are renowned for their natural beauty and not for fun but for leisure services and and nature.


If you do not want to do only you can devote to life at sea cultural visits thanks to numerous of ancient history and of different origins. Before the land of the Greeks, Taranto was the capital of Magna GraeciaAnd then became a Roman and find many tracks as the theater and amphitheater in Lecce, Taranto and Brindisi to the columns.

Then came the Saracens and again the Romans. In 1330 the Angevins and the end of the fifteenth century the Turks who came back often, are of this period all fortified buildings, the towers and walls of defense as the ancient fort of Otranto, and then give way to the Spanish and the Bourbons. In this area the 'Baroque art has probably reached its highest level as in the city of Lecce, which is one of the most famous examples of the baroque city in Italy. Buildings with facades carved entirely thanks to the use of local stone very malleable. An example is the Basilica of Santa Croce, Piazza del Duomo and the Piazza San Fred and most of its buildings in the historic center.

Other city rich in architectural monuments is interesting Jerseys interior to 30 km from Lecce: the Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, the Cathedral and its bell tower, the Church of the, the Baron's Palace and the Palace Garcia, Villa Park and his Tamborino. It 'also a very active town for cultural events and annual food and wine.


In Salento there is a food culture of considerable importance, starting from olive oil and wines like Negroamaro and Primitivo di Manduria. The dishes are based on local produce such as artichokes (try the risotto with artichokes), the tomato that is used to dress with the olive oil and salt Frise (or friselle), the species of bread biscuit donuts that are wet with water and then seasoned.

Find and very simple dishes made with vegetables such as Pitta (A kind of pizza with potatoes, onions and tomatoes) and Ciceri e tria, which are homemade noodles that are served with fried pieces of the same stuff made with chickpeas.

On the coast the fish at will by eating raw or cooked, with pasta or cooked and seasoned just always so simple. The pastry is also used to discover and almonds very typical of the area. If you're taste in Lecce Pasticciotti (They are typical of the city, they hardly find elsewhere), the boats of pastry filled with cream.

As you can see is an area with nothing to envy to other places, if you have not yet chosen the destination of your holiday, an idea can be very valuable.