Welcome to our blog, On the Move
Our tips on hot destinations, interesting websites and the best early-bird deals, as well as other stories, recipes and travel tips from our experienced travel advisors.A Tale of 2 Sicilian Family Vineyards
It was the perfect quid pro quo. On a recent trip to Sicily Jean-Paul, my local guide, and I were planning our visit to Tasca d’Almerita, a winery where I’d arranged a site visit and cookery class with the owner and renowned chef, Fabrizia Lanza. This winery was known...
Awe Inspiring Malta
My first sight of Valletta and its walled harbour took my breath away and closer discovery and subsequent visits to the main island and its 2 sister-isles of Gozo and Comino continued to bewitch, delight and seduce the senses. The Ggantija Temples – so enormous they...
Budin – a traditional dessert from Costa Rica
Every country seems to have their own version of a bread pudding. This one is a traditional version from Costa Rica and often appears on the menu at Christmas. Ingredients 1 loaf of a 2-day old French baguette, sliced 2 ½ cups of sugar 3 cups of milk 1 cup water 1...
Eating Italy … Amsterdam… Prague … London ?
My find of the week website. Looking for a non-tourist experience in any of these cities and passionate about food. Check it out. You’ll also find some great travel articles and blogs on the site. www.eatingitalyfoodtours.com
Best Deals on International Flights
For complicated multi-destination flights I’ve found it easier to visit a trusted travel agent or contact my preferred airline direct. It’s still not that easy to try and do online. For more straightforward bookings the following websites are a good place to start,...
Costa Rica – A small country – a GIANT in eco-tourism.
While other countries talk – Costa Rica walks starting several decades ago when they decided sustainability was more important than funding their standing army. Budgets were re-directed towards creating an eco-paradise and they confidently expect to be carbon neutral...
A trip to Banyoles
Autumn is probably the loveliest time of year in Catalonia. It is mostly sunny, warm, but not too hot, and the tourists have all gone home so we can once again enjoy the beauty spots of the area in peace and tranquillity.
Trusted House-sitters for home owners and sitters
I can highly recommend this site from personal experience. House-sitting is a great way to explore new areas close to home or far away. The information provided on the site will take you step by step through the process whether you’re a home owner or a prospective sitter.
Good value intra-Europe flights with Vueling
Why not visit Barcelona for a pre-tour experience before joining us in Sicily in early June. Vueling the Spanish discount airline offers much more than your average cheap flight offer.
House-sitting – Happy Pets, Happy Owners, Happy Sitters
It’s a win, win, win situation. Pets love staying in their own environment, owners enjoy a considerable saving against pet boarding costs and their homes are kept secure and sitters enjoy rent free accommodation.
The True Heart of Mexico – No guns and no drugs
Mexico is one country that doesn’t seem to be on anyone’s Bucket list.
Wendy and Tom from Big Yellow Suitcase can change that perception.
Chile en Nogada
Eaten each September to celebrate Mexican Independence Day. The three colours of the dish reflect the Mexican flag. Green for the chili, white for the nut sauce and red for the pomegranate.
Catalonia – To Secede or not to Secede
Our guest blogger Jane Johansen discusses the million dollar question of Catalan independence from Spain from the viewpoint of Catalans.
Great Deals on Early bird fares to Europe
A couple of our favourite travel agents give us the lowdown on great Business and Premium Economy flight deals for those who prefer their long haul flying to be in style and comfort.
Website of the week: www.eatwith.com
A great way to meet some locals and other travellers in the chef’s own home.
The Mystery of the Bikini Girls of Villa Casale, Piazza Armerina
The mystery remains – are they training for a pentathlon or a beauty contest? These images form part of the finest surviving mosaics of ancient Rome. The Villa Romano del Casale, a Roman villa built in the first quarter of the 4th Century is one of the not to be missed sites in Sicily.
A little town in Mexico – the perfect slow travel destination
Tom Neal Tacker, our guest blogger and co-host of this small group tour discusses the delights of slow travel in Mexico.
Guacamole
Famously Mexican, here’s our recipe for traditional Guacamole. Just hold the sour cream!
