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Uncovering the Wines of The Greek Island Santorini

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Eastern Hemisphere

Is the Greek island of Santorini on your wine destination bucket list? We’re guessing probably not. While destinations like France and Italy are often at the top of most people’s list for their wine offerings, Santorini typically isn’t. Nonetheless, this popular Greek island offers unique experiences for the wine connoisseur. Not to mention the beautiful scenery that goes along with it. Who wouldn’t want to sip on a glass of wine by the beach?

While many people may see Santorini as one of Greece’s most popular island paradises, it’s actually known as a wine destination. This has long been the case with wine production dating back hundreds of years. Wine has been widely produced in Santorini and even exported for several centuries. Go into any restaurant or bar in Santorini and you’ll find an extensive selection of locally produced wines. Read More | Comments
Jul20

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Wine, Sea Lions, and Kangaroos: Travel Guide to South Australia

Posted in: Adventurous Activities, Beach Getaways, Leisure Activities, Tips and Ideas

Image above taken from TourKangarooIsland.com.

Australia continues to be near the top of many people’s bucket list, and for good reason. Beautiful beaches, the expansive outback, and extraordinary adventure activities await travelers. While there are so many great regions in Australia, South Australia remains one of the most visited areas. Below you’ll find some of the best things to do in South Australia.

Swimming with the sea lions at Eyre Peninsula. Eyre Peninsula is not only one of the most notable peninsulas in Australia, but the entire world. This is one of the best parts of Australia for being in the water and interacting with the country’s great wildlife. Put on some snorkeling gear and enjoy swimming with sea lions in Baird Bay. This is a unique opportunity to swim with sea lions in their natural habitat. Half-day boat charters can also be arranged to take visitors to some of the area islands that have high concentrations of sea lions.

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Jul1

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A Wine Tale From Past to Present: The History of Chilean Wines

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Western Hemisphere

Did you know that Chile has one of the most storied histories in wine and is one of the leading producers in the world? While Europe often steals the headlines with its award-winning vineyards and wine producers, it’s not the only region that knows its way around a grape. Chile has been a wine producer for centuries and is finally starting to be recognized, establishing itself as a top wine producer in South America and now competing with the best wine destinations in the world.

Winemaking in Chile began in the 1600s when conquistadors arrived in Chile and started their own vineyards. The original intention was to use it for Catholic mass. However, Chileans acquired quite the taste for wine and wanted it for more than just religious purposes.

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May2

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An Insider’s Look at Argentina’s Prestigious Wine Country

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Guest Posts, Western Hemisphere

From horseback riding to cheese tastings, and wine tasting to culinary feasting, Argentina has been attracting foodies and wine lovers to its breathtaking countryside for years.

We had the pleasure of getting an insider’s look at the wines of Argentina from Margaret Lipman of Lipman Brothers. As the oldest wine and spirits distributor in Middle Tennessee, Lipman Brothers has been serving restaurants and retailers in the region since 1939.

Image above courtesy of Margaret Lipman.

In light of Margaret’s recent trip to Argentina’s wine country, we interviewed her on her experiences in this region and what visitors can expect while on an Argentina wine tasting tour.

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Apr13

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Celebrate Your Love for Cheese in Tuscany

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Eastern Hemisphere, Leisure Activities, Small Group Tours

When it comes to the food meccas of the world, Tuscany is hard to overlook. For years, Italy has been known as one of the top food and wine destinations in the world. At the forefront of Italy’s cuisine has been the region of Tuscany, one of the top cheese destinations in the world. Today we provide a guide for taking a cheese tour through Tuscany.

Before going on a Tuscany cheese tour, it’s important to know a little bit about the history. Cheese is a highly revered part of Italy, and this couldn’t be more so than in Tuscany. Like most regions in Italy, Tuscany produces particular types of cheeses that are unique to its region. For example, the cheeses of Tuscany, can be vastly different in texture and taste from the cheeses farther south, such as Sicily. There are several predominant types of Tuscany cheeses, including ricotta, goat, raviggiolo, caciotta, and pecorino. There are variations of these cheeses, but these are the primary ones. It may be surprising to many travelers that some of these cheeses are a product of sheep milk, as compared to the cattle milk that most people think of when it comes to cheese.

Image above taken from NativeFoodandWine.com.

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Apr4

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Keep Track of Your Favorite Wine and Cheese Tastings

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Tips and Ideas

Tasting new food and drink is one of the most enjoyable parts of traveling, and you want to keep track of what you’ve tried, what you liked, and what you didn’t like. A great way to do that is to journal each tasting.

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Mar18

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Top 3 Luxury Properties in Franschhoek, South Africa

Posted in: Accommodations, Culinary and Drinks, Small Group Tours

Last year’s FIFA World Cup put South Africa on the world’s center stage. Ever since, South Africa has continued to gain momentum as one of the most popular travel destinations. Cape Town, Durban, and Kruger National Park are just a few of the many draws. However, one small South Africa city you may have not heard of is Franschhoek. Today we talk about this small South African town and the accommodations it has to offer.
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Feb9

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Top New Zealand Vineyards

Posted in: Culinary and Drinks, Eastern Hemisphere

When you think of the world’s best vineyards and wineries, which locations do you think of? France, Italy, Napa Valley, or Sonoma? Your list might continue on and not include one of the best destinations for wine connoisseurs: New Zealand. New Zealand has quietly established itself as one of the top countries for wine enthusiasts, featuring wineries in each of the regions of the country. Below you’ll find a few of the best wineries to visit on a trip to New Zealand.

Villa Maria Estate. Once just a family operation, Villa Maria Estate has grown to be one of New Zealand’s largest producers of wine. Founded in Auckland in the mid-1900s, Villa Maria Estate has grown to include several vineyards and two wineries. The largest and most visited winery is in Auckland. The winery offers wine tasting events frequently and, during the summer, hosts outdoor concerts. There are two tours of the winery per day. With its convenient location to the airport, it’s an ideal start or finish to your trip.
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