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Eccellenza dono di natura (Gift of the nature) is a brand created by Eskaton International, a company specialized in SME networks and internationalisation, whose main aim is the promotion and the commercialisation of made in Italy products all around the world.
The sectors interested are agribusiness, craftsmanship and tourism. Our society absorbs mainly the selection and the coordination of enterprises which adhere to this special “club of excellence”. The intent is to gather high quality companies which are presented under a common brand by a unique interlocutor for potential customers.
In addition, we have to remark the existence of a shared trade office which works in outsourcing. This office operates on behalf of all the participant enterprises and integrates itself with the activities conducted by the enterprises and the human resources presented in it. Furthermore, the trade office realises catalogues with our Eccellenza dono di natura brand, and they are provided to buyers, importers and tour- operators, being exhibited during fairs or manifestations being monthly updated with new references. Under request, these catalogues can be personalised with buyers, importers and tour-operators’ logos and can provide for a selection of products or services.
Soon, related to the trade office there will be a technological platform with a section dedicated to the e-commerce activity. The platform will be multilingual and will allow the management of the stock, the orders, the payments, the expeditions and there will be an advanced CRM software. If exclusive trade agreements are taken, e-commerce section dedicated to B2C will be available free with logos and references to the distributors.
Facebook page is www.facebook.com/Eccellenzadonodinatura. With the contribution of the participant, it represents an efficient tool to come directly into contact with potential customers and to present single activities.
Eskaton International founds its own activity with the idea of building a “network” between producers and commercial operators, all partners of a common aim of growth and development.
Thank you for the attention.
Kind regards.
Giuseppe Finocchiaro Roberto Mazzagatti General Manager Technical Manager Eskaton International Sicily in tours [email protected] [email protected]
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BOARD General Manager Giuseppe Finocchiaro
E- Mail Mobile [email protected] +39 366 3054994
TOURISM AREA Info and Booking Roberto Mazzagatti
E- Mail Mobile [email protected] +39 339 2713799
TOURISM AREA Tour designer Walter Nesci
E- Mail Mobile [email protected] +39 380 4636602
TOURISM AREA Info and Booking Antonio Muià
E- Mail Mobile [email protected] +39 347 5772901
TECHNICAL AREA Web and technology Alessandro Tritto
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PRESS AND MEDIA Press Office Lucia Nicotra
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EXPERTS Cultural heritage Anna Murmura
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Savor a journey through Sicily and its popular traditions. Sicilian recipes are the perfect blend of several cultures, whose presence has left peculiar marks on the region.
Sicilian Gastronomy "They eat as if they were to die and they build as if they were to live forever". That is what Diogene said talking about the Megaresi of Sicily.
The Routes of Wine If three is considered the perfect number, three are also the vertex in which Sicily is enclosed, but seven is the number of Creation... and the number of the wine routes in Sicily.
Street Food and Ancient Markets Street food is the term used in order to refer to the typical barrows of Palermo, where it is possible to try different traditional recipes. Those barrows are still present in the whole city...
Sicilian traditional recipes Who has never tasted a real Sicilian recipe, or would like to remind the taste of pasta with sardines, sfincione or a cannolo. Here you will find the instructions to prepare sicilian traditional dishes easily by following our recipes. AZIENDE ECCELLENTI ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
With its 1500 Km of coasts, including minor islands, Sicily provides different solutions for summer holidays.
Beaches, seashores and cliffs Sicilian coasts are made by never-ending, flat and sandy beaches, or small seashores made of pebbles and cliffs; every site is characterized by different color blends such as: ochre, yellow, and grey, there are even beaches black lava colored. The biggest cities provide well equipped beaches that strongly appeal to tourists, among them we can remember: Mondello the main beach of Palermo, characterized by its palm-trees and white sand, in which relevant sport events take place. The Playa of Catania, the coast of San Leone, just outside Agrigento or Fontane Bianche in Siracusa. Famous touristic sites or top beaches of minor islands are quite crowded during high season. These sites are known for the beauty of thin sand, that looks like talc powder, and for the blue colored sea that makes a perfect frame for a spectacular scenery.
The Tyrrhenian coasts are composed by astonishing beaches situated between Capo d'Orlando and Patti (Messina), San Vito Lo Capo (Trapani), the small caves of Castelluzzo and the natural reserve of the Zingaro, or long and beautiful beaches of Letojanni and Fiume Freddo, the suggestive beach of Isola Bella close to Taormina. Last but not least the blue colored sea of Cefalù that, with its beaches made of sand and pebbles, leaves tourists breathless.
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Roots 'n Tours takes you on a journey to your origins, to your family roots and the traditions of your land, Sicily An exclusive and unique journey in the land of your ancestors to explore your family history through places, objects, tastes and smells described by your grandparents, close family and distant relatives; the houses, the streets and squares; the food,festivals and customs; the fields and the seasons. A personal experience tailored just for you, to be lived with your loved ones with the aim of sharing the excitement of visiting the land your family left many years ago. Find an extraordinary and unique way to discover the best of Sicily. We don't sell tours ‐ we provide a unique experience nobody else can. For a few days you will retrace your roots and experience the thrill of discovering your ancestry, Sicilian food and folk traditions. An extraordinary heritage event is created just for you as an experiential tour. You will walk the streets, visit the squares, eat the food and listen to the music your ancestors grew up with. You will visit those places which perhaps until now only existed in your imagination through the stories told by your parents and grandparents. Live an experience that will be close and dear to you forever, close to the heart and soul of your grandparents' land and to its people.
How Roots ‘n Tours Works This is a customized journey, based on the results of genealogical research together with a tour of the land and visits to the local attractions. All the meetings and visits have been devised in order to reconstruct your personal and family history allowing all participants to be part in the traditions of our land. You just have to provide us with the names of your ancestors and the name of the place of origin. To make this an unforgettable experience and at the end of every trip you will receive a commemorative book with your family tree, family history and pictures. AZIENDE ECCELLENTI ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
Before Research and organization Roots ‘n Tours: a unique and exclusive format, the The key factors are Genealogical research and inquiries in the place of complete travel experience origin. Research is carried out by qualified professionals with the help of local During people who remember the stories the Experience and emotions elders told about friends and kin who emigrated. The actual journey can be described as both the experience and the emotion of The journey is organized by personally returning to your ancestor’s land and visiting places and talking to people, the encounter with its people, places choosing carefully every detail. This will and traditions. make your journey back to the land of The visit to the most representative your fathers unique and exciting. towns, often the places/ports of Family history research and the departure. The first re‐discovery of organization of the trip are carried out Sicily through particular routes outside with the full and continuous the tourist circuit. involvement of participants. Meeting one’s own origins: town, relatives, landmarks, folklore and traditions. Presentation and gift of the genealogical tree, the greeting of the authorities, the patron saint’s festival. Re discovering the land: the surroundings, the objects and the After flavors in the stories told by your Memory and sharing parents, grandparents and distant relatives. During the trip a photographer and a Goodbye, and see you on your next video maker will capture the most trip. significant and exciting moments which, along with the book of the family tree, will turn into cherished memories to treasure and share with family and friends. The videos and pics will be sent to your home in digital format. Roots' n Tours promote the sharing of your life‐changing experience in search of your family roots and identity. Embark on a return voyage to your ancestors’ land and you will become witness and ambassador of your Sicilian roots.
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SICILY IN TOURS Piazza San Placido n.5 - 95130 Catania - Italia Tel. +39 (95) 7150493 - E-mail [email protected]
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CALABRIA COD. 29
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Joppolo, tower Joppolo , soap preparation Nicotera, arts and carfts
DAY FOUR THE PRICE INCLUDES: Transfer from and to the airport of Lamezia Terme and for all scheduled visits, English, German, French and Spanish speaking guides for all tours, 3 nights in hotels and 3 dinners (including drinks), Tasting and activities as in program, Typical lunches as in program, Guide for visits to sites and museums as in program
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: City tax, Personal extras, Entrance fees to museums and archaeological Ricadi landscape sites, Anything not mentioned in the fee includes
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CALABRIA COD. 28
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Monterosso rural museum Capistrano landscape San Nicola, honey production
DAY FOUR THE PRICE INCLUDES: Transfer from and to the airport of Lamezia Terme and for all scheduled visits, English, German, French and Spanish speaking guides for all tours, 3 nights in hotels and 3 dinners (including drinks), Tasting and activities as in program, Typical lunches as in program, Guide for visits to sites and museums as in program
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: City tax, Personal extras, Entrance fees to museums and archaeological Soriano, ruins of the monastry of San sites, Anything not mentioned in the fee includes
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CALABRIA COD. 27
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Serra, Natural park Pizzo, Piedigrotta Church Pizzo. historical town
DAY FOUR THE PRICE INCLUDES: Transfer from and to the airport of Lamezia Terme and for all scheduled visits, English, German, French and Spanish speaking guides for all tours, 3 nights in hotels and 3 dinners (including drinks), Tasting and activities as in program, Typical lunches as in program, Guide for visits to sites and museums as in program
THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE: City tax, Personal extras, Entrance fees to museums and archaeological Pizzo. Murat castle sites, Anything not mentioned in the fee includes
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UNESCO FOR PEOPLES The art, the landscapes, the traditions, the history of the Vibo Valentia area meet the Mediterranean Diet. A journey of emotions through smells, tastes, sounds, healthy lifestyle of our lands. In 1957 the American epidemiologist Ancel Keys came with his medical-scientific team, in Nicotera, a small town on the Tyrrhenian coast of Calabria, which belongs to that section called "Coast of the Gods", to give the boot to studies, that would confirm his brilliant theory on the close relationship between eating healthy and feel good. Keys called the Mediterranean Diet "food systems of the Mediterranean people," referring to an extremely ancient history which influenced all the peoples of this area; history of discoveries, civilizations, changes of languages and cultures, meeting and exchange of food and culinary traditions that, in their interaction, gave birth to a new knowledge. In November 2010 UNESCO has inscribed the Mediterranean diet in the list of intangible cultural heritage calling it a social practice based on skills, knowledge, customs and traditions concerning the landscape, the history, the cuisine, the cultivation of food, the fishing, the collection, storage, processing and consumption of food of the Mediterranean people. The Mediterranean diet is the only nutritional model in the world capable of expressing the lifestyle of a people and is therefore culture and art in the same way of artworks and monuments. Cultural approach also means fairness in the food production, distribution and consumption, communication and defense of cultural diversity. Means impress programming strategies, action, and research towards a new paradigm of the economy and sustainable development that is able to protect the social, cultural, educational benefit of current and future generations. A territory extraordinarily rich (which is that of Vibo Valentia), with many sites of archaeological, historical, architectural and artistic importance, It must be enhanced to foster and promote cultural tourism. This does not means only make accessible museums, archaeological areas, exhibitions, libraries, parks and natural environment, but also qualify the network of primary services to encourage its proper use: information, communication, transport, tourist accommodation. Culture and tourism can be truly a winning combination, in view of a path of growth sustainable and lasting. A bridge between past and present, projected into the future, through the emotional experience. There are some strategic elements which should guide tour operators and public administrators in planning and designing activities that combine tourism and culture, especially where they come into consideration, as in our case, tangible or intangible, that have been recognized Heritage Humanity. Essential is the coordination of the responsibilities and functions to be carried out in a task force that can operate, in a unanimous and, in view of coordinated policies that are part of the same strategy of development of image, quality, range of products and services. In this context is very important the reorganization of the public system, in cooperation with the private sector, so to express optimally the attractiveness of our territory, enhancing their image, especially internationally, thanks the preparation of labor resources and qualified competent and successful marketing strategies. In this sense the Mediterranean diet, a World Heritage Site, becomes the driving force for sustainable development of our region.
Ricadi landscape Zungri, medieval caves S A L E S A N D D I S T R I B U T I O N
SICILY IN TOURS Piazza San Placido n.5 - 95130 Catania - Italia Tel. +39 (95) 7150493 - E-mail [email protected] Eccellenza dono di natura is a brand created by Eskaton International to promote the made in Italy worldwide. [email protected] ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
12 DAYS SICILIA COD. 39 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Sicilian cannoli Etna Militello in Val di Catania Catania Arrival of the participants at the Airport of Catania or at place to be specified. Meeting with our courier and transfer to hotel. Accommodation at the reserved rooms, welcome cocktail, dinner and overnight stay.
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Volcano island Valley of temples, Agrigento Monreale, Palermo
Neapolis, Siracusa Ragusa Ibla Noto, Siracusa
PRICE INCLUDES: Welcome of our courier at airport, Displacement by Private Luxury Coach/Minivan airport – hotel – airport, Guided tours, Accommodation: twin-bedroom in 4 stars hotel, Welcome Cocktail, Full board service, Lunches in restaurants, Tasting, Travel, medical and baggage insurance. PRICE DOESN'T INCLUDE: City Tax, Tips, extras and personal shopping, Entrance tickets, Porterage services, All not specifically mentioned under “price includes”.
Eccellenza dono di natura gathers micro and small enterprises which represent the best of made in Italy. Unique trips, exquisite food, exclusive handmade products are blended in a communal way which embodies the excellence of our land: the most beautiful gift that we have received by Mother Nature. [email protected] S A L E S A N D D I S T R I B U T I O N
SICILY IN TOURS Piazza San Placido n.5 - 95130 Catania - Italia Tel. +39 (95) 7150493 - E-mail [email protected] 2
EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA A journey in search of archaeology, history and folk of tyrrhenian Calabria
WALKING ON THE "COSTA DEGLI DEI" 9 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 01 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Lamezia Terme The beach in Tropea Roccelletta di Borgia
DAY FOUR DAY FIVE DAY SIX Serra San Bruno, Pizzo - Breakfast. Excursion to Serra San Bruno and visit at the wonderful chartreuse, founded by San Bruno. Inside, the Chartreuse Museum, illustrates the monks’ life, the monastery history and exhibits very interesting examples of ancient work tools. Dinner in an agriturismo restaurant. Walk in the old town and in Santa Maria del Bosco, example of fusion between art and nature. The small church lies in a forest of pine and beech trees. Tasting of mushrooms and local products. Transfer to Pizzo. Visit of the picturesque church of Piedigrotta, built by the seaside and fully excavated in the tufo and of the Aragonese castle, where is the cell in which Gioacchino Murat was imprisoned. Brief stop in the main square for a tasting of the famous ice cream "il tartufo" with the possibility to watch the production of the same. Visit to a handicraft workshop where Maestro Antonio, will guide you. Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
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The bronzes of Riace EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA A beautiful journey to discover ancient villages and stunning scenery between folklore, traditions and gastronomy HISTORY, WINE & FOOD 9 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 06 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Typical Calabrian food Calabrian salami Truffle of Pizzo Calabro
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Red onion EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA In the footsteps of the ancient Byzantines and Normans to discover the secrets of civilizations that left traces of their culture and their traditions BYZANTINE - NORMAN ITINERARY 9 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 05 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Archeological Park of Scolacium Pendetattil Cathedral of Gerace
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Certosa St. Stephen of Serra S. Bruno ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA An exciting itinerary that allow you to discover the many shades of a land with more than 3000 years of history
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The bronzes of Riace Aragonese castle in Castrovillari Morano Calabro
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Archeological museum of Locri EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA The archeological sites most known and less known of Ionic Calabria
ARCHEOLOGICAL TOUR: VISITING “JASMIN COAST” 9 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 03 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Lamezia Terme airport Monastrace The castle of Crotone
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Gerace EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA A journey through the main medieval town centres of northern Calabria
TOUR OF MEDIEVAL CALABRIA 9 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 02 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Calabrian lake Ruins of Sibari Codex Purpureus
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Excavation of Romito EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA A journey between knowledges and tastes of rural Calabria passing through a noble castle BETWEEN CULTURE AND FLAVORS 8 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 26 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Antiche contadine Nicotera Spilinga ‘nduja
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Museo di Presinaci, antico telaio EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Class in the Castello Ruffo-Murmura: Magno Greek and Roman archeology in Calabria STUDYING AND WALKING WITH THE ARCHAEOLOGIST
8 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 25 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Nicotera Il comune di Tiriolo Il Museo Archeologico di R. Calabria
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Locri EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA An exciting itinerary that allow you to discover the many shades of a land with more than 3000 years of history TOUR FROM CALABRIA TO SICILY 15 DAYS CALABRIA and SICILIA COD. 18 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
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PRICE INCLUDES: Welcome of our courier at the airport, Displacement by Private Luxury Coach airport/hotel/airport, Guided tours, Accommodation: twin-bed room in hotel 4 stars, Welcome Cocktail, Full board service, Lunches in restaurants; Scheduled tasting of typical products, Travel, medical and baggage insurance PRICE DOESN'T INCLUDE: City Tax, Tips, extras and personal shopping, Entrance tickets, Porterage services, All not specifically mentioned under “price includes”.
Eccellenza dono di natura gathers micro and small enterprises which represent the best of made in Italy. Unique trips, exquisite food, exclusive handmade products are blended in a communal way which embodies the excellence of our land: the most beautiful gift that we have received by Mother Nature. [email protected] S A L E S A N D D I S T R I B U T I O N
SICILY IN TOURS Piazza San Placido n.5 - 95130 Catania - Italia Tel. +39 (95) 7150493 - E-mail [email protected] 2 EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Historical and archeological tour
FROM THE ETRUSCANS TO THE ROMANS 8 DAYS LAZIO COD. 34 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Leonardo da Vinci Airport Viterbo Necropolis of Cerveteri
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Villa d'Este EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA The saint valley of Rieti and Via Francigena
THE LAST 100 KM TO ROME 8 DAYS LAZIO COD. 33 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Leonardo da Vinci Airport Rieti Rieti
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Santuario Greccio EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Tour in nine days in Turin
HISTORY OF THE FIRST CAPITAL OF ITALY 8 DAYS PIEMONTE COD. 37 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Porte Palatine National Museum of cinema Basilica of Superga
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Piazza Castello and Royal Palace ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
9 DAYS PIEMONTE COD. 38 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Langhe Roero Monferrato Vignale monferrato Terruggia
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Occimiano 1 EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Take a traditional gulet cruise to explore the Aeolian Islands and spending an unforgettable holiday CRUISE OF THE SEVEN AEOLIAN ISLANDS 9 DAYS SICILIA COD. 13 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
The gulet Isle of Lipari, Messina Isle of Salina, Messina
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Pool of Venus, Isle of Vulcano, Messina EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA History, folklore and tradition: those are the main ingredients that allow you to discover the splendid Eastern Sicily TOUR OF EASTERN SICILY WITH A DETOUR TO WEST 9 DAYS SICILIA COD. 12 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
The Cathedral of Catania The Cathedral of Noto, Siracusa Roman Amphitheatre of Catania
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Valle dei Templi, Agrigento EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Sicily is a land rich in history and culture. Thanks to this journey you can discover some astonishing traces and secrets of ancient settlements spread all over the region HISTORYCAL AND ARCHEOLOGICAL TOUR 9 DAYS SICILIA COD. 11 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Castle of Gresti, Aidone, Enna Mosaics of Piazza Armerina, Enna Acroliti od Dèmetra and Kore, Enna
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Church of S. Nicolò. Savoca, ME EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA This travel itinerary is in honor of Frederick II of Swabia, one of the most powerful Holy Roman Emperors of the Middle Ages, called by a contemporary chronicler stupor mundi (the wonder of the world). Participants through this journey can also discover the natural beauties of Aeolian Islands “FREDERICK II OF SWABIA” TOUR 9 DAYS SICILIA COD. 10 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Isle of Vulcano Landscape of Montalbano Elicona, ME Castle of S. Lucia del Mela, ME
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Landscape od Canneto di Caronìa, ME EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA An exciting journey to appreciate tradition, history of Sicily and its splendid sea
SICILY TOUR AND WONDERFUL SEA 9 DAYS SICILIA COD. 09 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Aerial view of Volcano Etna Sant'Alessio Siculo, Messina promontory Isola Bella, Taormina, Messina
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Landscape of Tindari, Messina EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Discovering the natural beauties of Sicily and its immortal monuments. A journey that will show you the supreme nature NATURE AND CULTURE TOUR 9 DAYS SICILIA COD. 08 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Airport "Vincenzo Bellini", Catania U' liotru, Catania The castle of Aci Castello, Catania
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Duomo of Taormina, Messina EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA An unusual route, through breath taking places where history and tradition meet in the most beautiful villages of Italy THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SICILIAN VILLAGES 9 DAYS SICILIA COD. 07 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Landscape of Palermo Montalbano Elicona, Messina Novara di Sicilia, Messina
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Ruins of the Castel of S. Marco d'Alunzio EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA An itinerary which will lead you to discover the oustanding Natural beauties and important monuments of Sicilia and Calabria. A journey that will allow you to admire places where Mother Nature commands NATURE AND CULTURE TOUR 15 DAYS SICILIA and CALABRIA COD. 14 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
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PRICE INCLUDES: Bus gt for transfers and excursions as in program, English guide for all excursions, Accomodation in 4 star hotel and treatment as in program, Welcome cocktail, Meals in local restaurant as in program, 1/4 wine + 1/2 mineral during meals, Tasting, Folkloristic show, Farewell dinner and delivery of a gift to the ladies PRICE DOESN'T INCLUDE: City Tax, Tips, extras and personal shopping, Entrance tickets, Porterage services, All not specifically mentioned under “price includes”.
Eccellenza dono di natura gathers micro and small enterprises which represent the best of made in Italy. Unique trips, exquisite food, exclusive handmade products are blended in a communal way which embodies the excellence of our land: the most beautiful gift that we have received by Mother Nature. [email protected] S A L E S A N D D I S T R I B U T I O N
SICILY IN TOURS Piazza San Placido n.5 - 95130 Catania - Italia Tel. +39 (95) 7150493 - E-mail [email protected] 2 ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
6 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 45 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Pizzo Calabro Tropea Belmonte
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Nicotera Monte Poro
1 ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Hiking week: pollino national park
8 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 44 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Lamezia Terme Civita Monte Sellaro Relax, culture and a bridge: from Civita to Raganello Canyon After breakfast departure to Civita, situated on a rocky plateau, and arriving to the Devil's Bridge overarching the Raganello Canyon and down to the river bed. Depending on the water levels, you can now wade in the water into the canyon, as far as you want. On a winding path you gain altitude again and still catch another view of the impressive rock walls of the canyon (2 hours approx,). Afterwards transfer to Civita, founded in 1476 by Albanian refugees and still the home to the linguistic minority of the Arbereshe community. You will begin your studies on culinary aspects having lunch with local specialties. Then you will visit the Orthodox church of Santa Maria Assunta and the Ethnographic Museum to get an idea of the history and the traditions of the Arbershe community. Return to the farm hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
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Grotte delle ninfe
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8 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 43 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Capo Vaticano Ricadi, Marrana tower Monte Poro
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Zungri, caves settlements
1 ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Beauties of nature
A WALK BETWEEN THE COSTA VIOLA AND THE JASMINE COAST IN THE LEGENDARY ASPROMONTE 8 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 42 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Caretta caretta Bivongi: Marmarico Waterfalls Pietra Cappa
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Pentedattilo: bottom view
1 ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Beauties of nature
8 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 41 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
LameziaTerme airport Angitola Lake Serra San Bruno, Frassati Route Path Frassati - Mongiana - After breakfast departure to Serra San Bruno, where starts the Frassati Path a "ring" path from Serra to Mongiana; it is a part of the path Italy. The itinerary in addition to the natural interest combines also relevant spiritual and historical aspects. Stop at the lake of Mongiana to have lunch/picnic based on local products. In the afternoon visit to the Iron Museum, the site of a big steel complex built in 1700 by the Bourbons, King of Naples, and that in its moment of maximum splendor employed 1,500 workers. Walk to the botanical park of Villa Vittoria (biogenetic reserve Cropani - Micone) where there is a garden of medicinal and aromatic herbs and numerous specimens of fauna (race horses, wild boar, mouflon, deer, roe deer, pheasants e peacocks). Return to the farm hotel for dinner and overnight stay.
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Curinga, giantplanetree
1 ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA Hiking week: aspromonte national park in spring
8 DAYS CALABRIA COD. 40 DAY ONE DAY TWO DAY THREE
Bova panoramic wiev Fiumara Amendolea Pietra cappa
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EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA NATURE TRAIL DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING "LA SCIALATA"
DAYS: 1 COD. 35 DAYS: 1 COD. 36
Requirements: No prerequisites. Hidden in the heart of the “Jasmines Coast”, this is Minimum age: 8 years (parental consent for an easy excursion, suitable for everyone, but very minors). beautiful, usable in the spring, summer and Activities duration: Half Day. autumn. A dense forest of alders, poplars and chestnut After attending one brief theoretical lesson about trees creates a pleasant shade along the trail, the equipment and the marine environment that which follows the course of a stream that creates we will be exploring, then you’ll dress the entire more than 5 waterfalls. It’s a path surrounded by scuba diving equipment, and so... You’ll be ready nature, to discover the hidden water ways in a for your first dive (maximum depth 5 m), with a lush greenery, between imposing granite rocks. certified instructor. Accompanied by an Official Guide of the In addition to experience the fantastic feeling of Aspromonte National Park, you’ll enjoy wide “flying” underwater, you’ll acquire notions of panoramas, views of the coastline and marine biology, you’ll develop new abilities and, breathtaking landscapes in the nature, with the above all, it will be great fun! sounds of the waterfalls accompanying us! It’s an half-day excursion, including lunch KNOWLEDGE OF A NEW ENVIRONMENT - NOTIONS (packed, with typical Calabrian products). OF MARINE BIOLOGY - DEVELOPMENT OF NEW MOTOR SKILLS - KNOWLEDGE OF A AQUATIC Departure at 9:00 am from Marina di Gioiosa SPORT – FUN!!! Ionica. Transfer to the starting location of the route in San Giovanni di Gerace with our buses. You’ll receive an educational kit with a certificate Loop trail of about two hours. Return after lunch, of your experience, plus photos and videos for around 15:00. remembering for ever your “Baptism of the Sea”! Each participant must bring: sneakers / hiking shoes (no flip flops!), hat, water.
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COOKING COURSE ON THE ANCIENT THE PERIPLUS OF THE VOLCANO ETNA GASTRONOMIC TRADITION BY TRAIN
DAYS: 1 COD. 15 DAYS: 1 COD. 16
The course will be given by skilled staff and will be The "Circumetnea" is a narrow-gauge railway organized in four hours frontal lessons. which connects Catania to Riposto,acitynear Catania, and circumnavigates the Volcano Etna The lesson will be divided in different phases: the across several piedmont villages. teorical part, the practical one, followed by the practice of the “impiattamento”. The last part will The tour starts from the "Catania Borgo" station of be focalized on The Rules of Polite Behavior the Circumetnea. Its destination is the lake of (Galateo) concerning how to set the table. Gurrida, the only one in Europe created by a lavic barrier. There you can admire some submerged The coursists will have the possibility to cook while wineyards. they’re listening to the explanations. After the After, you will move to the Medieval village of course, you can have a traditional lunch: Randazzo where you can visit the Archaeological - Sicilian hors d’oeuvre and Sicilian"Pupi" museums. - First course In Monte La Guardia you will have the possibility to - Second course taste some local organic products and to have - Dessert an Etnean lunch. Then you will follow the seminar on Bio Architecture to improve the knowledge of the surrounding land. Coming back to Catania by train you will see the north side of Etna. At the end of the of volcano's periplus, you will return to "Catania Borgo" station.
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DRIVING EXPERIENCE FASHION NIGHT
DAYS: 1 COD. 17 DAYS: 1 COD. 19
Welcome, registration and staff introduction. Fashion night is a fashion parade of clothes, Briefing and driving tecnique, also for guests. accessories and jewels. Driving position, braking, ideal trajectory, acceleration. Car's tecnique and use of the All these products have been realized by our paddle shift gearbox. artisans and by some famous fashion houses. Approach to the sportive driving experience. The spectators will be sat near the swimming pool Getting ready in the car with an instructor sat next and during the parade they will have the to you. Driving experience on GT or Touring cars possibility to taste a local white wine for the number of booked laps . accompanied by local nibbles.
Every driving experience includes: At the end of it, a plate of spaghetti and some - chosen laps' number on cars delicious sweets!At the end of it, have a plate of - one driving simulator session spaghetti and taste some delicious sweets! - technical briefing - open bar - final driving certificate - gift idea
Driving certificates and celebration with a glass of red wine. The driving experience lasts about 2-3 hours maximum including the time for registration and driving certificates.
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GENERAL CONDITIONS The prices in this catalog are given in EUR and are quoted net, include all taxes and apply for groups. They do not include: drinks, transport (unless otherwise specified), free of charge and extras and services that are not included in the program. Prices • Prices are per person, quoted net and confidential and are subject to change without prior advice. • The prices given in this catalog, can not be applied during certain special events such as fairs, exhibitions and bank holidays (Carnival, Eastern, Ascension, Pentecost, Corpus Christi, etc.). • The prices are valid for groups of 25 persons, unless otherwise indicated. Free of charge One every 25 paying participants is free of charge. Accommodation Groups of adults are accommodated in double rooms and in few single rooms (against a supplement). All rooms have private bathrooms. Half board includes breakfast, dinner and overnight stay. Full board includes breakfast, lunch in hotel or in a restaurant for groups of adults and package lunch for groups of students, dinner and overnight stay. Hotels usually serve continental breakfast. Breakfast buffets are also available on request and against payment of an extra charge. Note: some hotels do not have a restaurant service. In this case meals will be served in a nearby restaurant. Surcharges Stays of less than three nights may require a supplementary payment, which will be communicated upon request. By the same token, all surcharges pertaining to special periods, such as national or religious festivities (Carnival time, Christmas, Easter, Ascension Day, Pentecost, Liberation Day, Labour Day...) or trade fairs, exhibitions or special events will be communicated upon request. Monuments and museums Information concerning monuments and museums are given in co-operation with local tourist boards and refer to the current year (2016). City tax Please note that the city tax, which is requested in some Italian cities, is not included in the price. The tax is to be paid by the customer to the hotel directly on spot, at check-in. It is not possible to include the tax in our proposed prices. Payments Upon confirmation of booking, a deposit of 30% of the total amount will be charged. The balance is to be paid 4 weeks before your stay. Cancellation fee • 10% of the participation rate in case of cancellation from 42 till 28 days before the arrival of the client; • 25% of the participation rate in case of cancellation from 27 till 21 days before the arrival of the client; • Between 20 and 8 days before arrival: 50% of the total cost • Between 7 and 4 days before arrival: 75% of the total cost • Between 3 and 0 days before arrival: 100% of the total cost Vouchers A voucher must be issued for each service, booked and paied through SICILY IN TOURS T.O: A copy of it will be sent before the arrival of the group. Variations / confirmations Bookings can only be confirmed on payment of the deposit. If the services included in the tour cannot be supplied or there are changes for reasons beyond the control of SICILY IN TOURS T.O., SICILY IN TOURS T.O. could for instance substitute hotels already booked with others of the same category or even superior. Complaints In case of complaints, these must be passed on to SICILY IN TOURS T.O. immediately and in any case during the holiday. SICILY IN TOURS T.O. cannot be held itself responsible for complaints received by the Company after the departure of the group. Responsibility Travel arrangements for the services arranged are regulated by law 1084 of the 27.12.77 enforced by the International Convention relevant to Travel Contracts (CCV) signed in Brussels on the 23.04.70 and by D.L. nr. 206 dated 06.09.2005 subject: consumption code (“Codice del consumo”). Responsibilities on the part of SICILY IN TOURS T.O. can in no case exceed the limits specified under the above law. Services In order to guarantee the arrangements made with the clients, SICILY IN TOURS T.O. has stipulated a special insurance policy in accordance with art. n. 6 L.R. 14.6.84 n. 31. Court proceedings In the event of any disputes, jurisdiction will be exclusively at CATANIA / Italy High Court. Technical organization: SICILY IN TOURS Piazza San Placido n.5 95130 Catania - Italia Tel. +39 (95) 7150493 E-mail [email protected]
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L’HotelTropisèunastrutturaaquattrostellesituataalcentro di Tropea, nota meta turistica apprezzata non solo per le bellezze della natura ed il suggestivo centro storico di origine medievale, ma anche per la ricchezza dell’arte, l’originalità dell’artigianato, il fascino delle tradizioni con radici millenarie, la cordiale generosità della gente e il profumo delle stuzzicanti specialità gastronomiche, che ne fanno per l’appunto uno dei centri più interessanti e conosciuti della Calabria sia in Italia che all’estero. A disposizione dei nostri clienti ci sono 115 accoglienti camere dislocate in due fabbricati, oltre ad un ampio spazio riservato alla ristorazione ed ai meeting di lavoro. In una zona riservata si trova la piscina, con più punti idromassaggio, sulla quale si affaccia il portico attrezzato di snack bar. Al suo interno si trovano inoltre, il "Tropis Wellness & Beauty" ed un'area fitness per mantenersi in forma con lo spirito e il corpo. Prenota Adesso Le ampie camere con balcone, lato mare o monte, hanno uno stile sobrio ed elegante e si presentano estremamente confortevoli. Vacanze a Tropea Sono tutte climatizzate, con bagno privato, doccia, asciugacapelli, telefono, Tv Sat, cassaforte e minibar e connessione Wi-Fi. Una ricchissima prima colazione, il pranzo e la cena diventano gli appuntamenti giornalieri per deliziare il palato nelle nostre raffinate sale. Ambienti di prestigio, all'insegna della privacy edelrelax, adatti a tutte le esigenze degli ospiti, per cerimonie,
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Agriturismo Marino was born from old farmhouses, built at the end of '700, representing a small rural village in the heart of Giardini Naxos. It is located 800 meters far from the beach, in one of the most beautiful area in Sicily, next to Taormina, between the sea and Etna. The wide green areas inside the farm allow the guest to have a pleasant and relaxing stay in the freshness of old trees. It is possible to walk and bike along the paths of the farm, to play table tennis or to relax in a little whirpool surrounded by loquats and banana trees. Guests may stay in different cottages called: “ A Nuciara”, “A Livara, “La Casa dei Mandarini”, “A Casedda” e le camere de “La Casa del Nespolo“. Agriturismo Marino is 17 hectars wide, oranges, mandarins, loquats, olives, avocados, peaches, apricots, quinte and vegetables are grown. In the restaurant “La locanda del notaro” (located in an old cottage) you can enjoy tipical disse of the local ancient cuisine, a wide range of seasonal courses, made by farm products, i.e. antique sicilian chickpeas and durum wheat. Everything according to Mediterranean diet.
Agriturismo Marino SICILIA AZIENDE ECCELLENTI ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
* * * * One of the most important Catania hotels occupies a recently restored aristocratic building, located on Scalinata Alessi steps, set between Via Etnea Street and Via Crociferi Street. We are in the baroque heart of the historical centre of Catania, providing outstanding testimony to Sicilian architecture and declared by UNESCO Patrimony of Humanity.The Hotel’s Suites and rooms, elegantly furnished, were designed to offer the maximum comfort to our guests. All of them have private bathroom, with Jacuzzi bath or shower, Air Conditioning, Television Set with Satellite Channels and free SKy TV, WI FI Internet Connection, Mini-Bar and Safe. Catania is situated at the centre of the Mediterranean sea. It is a natural stage where the sun, the Jonio sea and the fire of Mount Etna, blended to 2,700 years of history, are the scenery for a daily unique performance.
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Situated in Motta Camastra, Casale Romano Resort near gole dell'Alcantara, Taormina and Etna. Is possible to be in ten km at the motorway of messina-syracus. we live in a natural park near the aetna park and the nebrodi park, but also near to the beach of taormina ,giardini . you can choose between nature ,see, archeological size ,all in max two hours driving (Agrigento)Towns with especially produtcs as walnut, orangen, pistachio,strawberry ,peach,cherries , wine are waiting for you. Guest House offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge. In addition to a full-service spa, Casale Romano Resort - Guest House features an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a sauna. For a surcharge, an airport shuttle is available to guests. This spa guesthouse also offers tour/ticket assistance, barbecue grills, and multilingual staff. Limo/town car service and wedding services can be provided. Onsite parking is complimentary. Rooms feature sea, mountain, or garden views. Rooms are furnished with sofa beds and desks. Televisions come with satellite channels. In-room safes and phones are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, makeup/shaving mirrors, and designer toiletries. Separate dining areas, complimentary bottled water, and clock radios are also included. Refrigerators and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Cribs (infant beds) and rollaway beds are also available. Rooms are accessible via exterior corridors. All guestrooms are non-smoking
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* * * * The Club Hotel Kennedy is located 80 meters from the seafront, via a covered walkway. •The private beach is equipped with umbrellas and sunbeds. •The structure was almost completely renewed last works delivered May 29, 2014. •In the park there is a private swimming pool for adults and one for children, a soccer field and a tennis court. Our Rooms The hotel has N°. 80 rooms, all recently renovated. Each room at the Club Hotel Kennedy offers a warm, comfortable, stylish and quiet, for a higher quality of sleep, where guests will find attention to the order and cleanliness. The rooms are all with attention to detail and all with sea view, swimming pool or hill. As soon as you arrive at the Club Hotel Kennedy, you will find attentive service, discreet, always there for your every need, 24 hours on 24. Whether it’s a book museum, rent a car, organize a tour or a transfer, our staff will always be readytohelpatanytime.Youcanrelyonustomoveaflight,makeanentrancetoamuseumortosolveany unexpected little of the holiday; soon learn to know your needs and try to satisfy them in the best way. The hotel has a wonderful recreational facilities such as swimming pool, private beach, garden, water sports, outdoor pool to make your stay unforgettable. Club Hotel Kennedy is your only goal in terms of quality in housing in Roccella Jonica.
Club Hotel Kennedy CALABRIA
The Society of cultural and tourist services CulturalWay aims to encourage the promotion of Piedmont, with particular regard to Torino and the province, through the organization of new and specific proposals to discover the beauties of our territory. Our goal is to offer cultural and tourist proposals from traditional and unusual cut, in favor of all fans on the subject, so that no interest CULTURE remains of a few but to be extended to all. The agenda planning does not have a fixed place, but it is a journey traveling to deepen their knowledge assets to 360°. Every week they offer many and varied proposals to accommodate and satisfy the curiosity of our own citizens, willing to learn more about the city, as well as to propose the most original or traditional routes for tourists visiting our region. Different then the proposals in the educational sector, with wings laboratories experiences inside and outside the museums. Our reality was formed in January 2012 as a cultural association, and then transforms into Society of cultural and tourist services in December of that year. From June to December 2012 CulturalWay has been part of the consultation to the City of Rivoli Culture, actively collaborating to some cultural projects promoted by the municipal administration. CulturalWay was formed by the association of Alessia Orofino, historian of Piedmont, for years active in the promotion of the territory and the creation of educational courses and Michele Tudisco, who as she embraces the interest of the discipline.
CULTURALWAY S.A.S. DI ALESSIA OROFINO PIEMONTE AZIENDE ECCELLENTI ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
Owned by the family De Mauro for five generations, Residence Dimora De Mauro is a building from the beginning of the nineteenth century located in the baroque heart of the historical center of Catania. The Foot of Mount Etna, a few steps from the sea, the resort is surrounded by museums and monuments that bear witness to an immortal past. Favored setting for the third religious festival in the world dedicated to the patron saint of the City Saint Agata. Inside his small town and village, among the prestigious salons, the delightful terrace overlooking the garden, Residence Dimora De Mauro, is the perfect venue for any type of event.
Dimora De Mauro SICILIA
Jenia Travel, founded in January 2015 by two young sisters from Catania with such passion for this fantastic job. The name of the Travel Agency, in fact, takes shape from our union, Jessica and Ylenia, who precisely generate Jenia! Our goal is to help you to our customers to travel safely and without surprises, thanks to the choice of selected services and packages of Fit for Trips, Excursions, Guided Tours in Cities and much more. The Travel Jenia work in Catania, encompasses many areas from simple naval air and train tickets, to the organization of events such as weddings and simple celebrations. With our staff of animators and organizers who will take care of all the details of your event. Jenia Viaggi Agency is also official dealer of Viva Ticket, portal for the sale of Ticket Shows, Plays, Concerts and Theatre. The Catania Travel Agency also deals with Transfers to concerts, shows, or stag and hen parties, with a Mercedes Vito 9 seats, and available resources of all kinds, from the Beetle to the Presidential Limousine. Ticket Ticket Viva in Catania? Book tickets for shows, games, theater and concerts by Jenia Travel! We create tailor-made packages, and Guided Tours around the world, but our specialty is the Incoming. Jenia Viaggi organizes Day Trips in Sicily. The beauty of these trips is the affordable price, and the fantastic opportunity to visit many places in the company of so many people. We also organize your honeymoon. The Jenia viaggi Agency organizes your leisure time, with so many ideas and packages designed for the newlyweds! Wedding List, but not only. Birthdays, weddings, confirmations and more, will give a holiday.
Dreams and Travels srls SICILIA AZIENDE ECCELLENTI ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
Wine shop with careful and extensive selection of Calabrian wines, sparkling wines, champagne, spirits and dessert wines. Our mission is to spread the real culture of wine, starting from the enhancement of the grapes of our territory, then move on to the knowledge of all the wine heritage of our Italy. To discover new foods, with tastings by chefs and producers. Large selection of typical Calabrian products.
Enoteca Aversano CALABRIA
Among vineyards and wineries A day through the vineyards of Mount Etna, the ancient walls of lava stones, the terraces, the millstones and cellars where the grapes are turned into Etna Wine. Producers and experts will transmit you their passion for Etna Wine and the landscape. About us Agronomists, experts in the area, wine producers, together to tell the fascinating story of Etna wine, visiting the places where the grapes ripen and discovering the secrets of their transformation into wine. We guide you in the path of Etna flavors through the territory, its wines and typical products.
Etna Wine Lab SICILIA AZIENDE ECCELLENTI ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
Active since 2007 in Calabria, the service company for tourism and sport Megale Hellas, with attached Diving Center, operates in an area naturally predisposed to welcome those who love the sea, the nature and the variety of landscapes, which are home of archaeological vestiges and ancient traditions. Here, in the heart of the Mediterranean Sea, the ancient Magna Grecia territory - hence the choice of the name "Megale Hellas" - invites you to know the hidden secrets of the turquoise blue sea, which bathes wide sandy beaches along the Ionian Sea and vertiginous cliffs along the Tyrrhenian “Violet Coast”. The Megale Hellas staff will guide you to the discovery of the uncontaminated sea of Calabria with its Scuba Diving School, well-organized to introduce you to the hidden wonders of the Ionian Sea, of the Tyrrhenian Sea and of the Strait of Messina. The structure, well equipped, is located a few steps from the sea, on the Marina di Gioiosa Jonica promenade, in the heart of the so-called “Jasmines Coast”. But Megale Hellas is not only this, it’s a structured center of tourist services for the discovery and knowledge of the territory of the province of Reggio Calabria. We are able to offer all-inclusive tourist services, which include, in addition to courses and scuba diving, guided tours, hiking, trekking and food and wine tours, to discover the natural, architectural and archaeological beauty of this area of Calabria, surrounded by two seas, dominated by the massif of the Aspromonte National Park and inhabited by people characterized by deep and generous hospitality.
Megale Hellas Diving Center CALABRIA
The company “Autoservizi Murdaca” was founded in 1957 after a very long time spent in Argentina by the founder Ciccillo Murdaca, already owner of another company operating in public transportation in Buenos Aires. In 1979 Antonio, son of Ciccillo, became the spokesman of the company and in 1988, with his brothers Rocco and Gerardo, carried on excellently the name of the company. In 2006 the three brothers separated and the company was refounded by Antonio and his son Francesco, a new generation that keeps on going. The company offers their clients highly qualified drivers and organizes transportation services with various types of vehicles. Experience and professionalism allow the company to enjoy a relationship based on trust with it's clients as is demonstrated by the continuing increase in demand for our services, both in public transportation and in tourism. It is in this sector, tourism, that our company has excelled over the past 20 years in a continuing partnership with one of the largest international agencies, Globus, who entrusts us with thousands of clients each year. The company is able to offer professional drivers who speak English. Thanks to a continuing effort and acquired respect in half a century of activity, the company can offer a vast range of services with professionalism and competence.
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The hotel “La Locanda del Postino” is located inside the Eolian Islands’ oldest crater, on the western side of the Island of Salina. Spectacular sunsets can be enjoyed from the hotel, cradled on one side by a natural mountainous amphitheatre and overlooking the sea, Filicudi and Alicudi on the other. The hotel garden captures the authentic Eolian atmosphere with its surrounding palm trees, caper and other indigenous Mediterranean plants. The hotel ten en-suite rooms can accommodate 2, 3 or 4 guests, depending on requirements. Each room has a mini-bar, air-conditioning, a TV and a private patio area in which to relax. The breakfast buffet is available from 8.30 a.m. until whenever you get up! Homemade cakes and jams are a specialty. The restaurant, which serves typical Eolian dishes, is open all day to both residents and non- residents. The hotel is located 500 mt. from the cove, where you can reach the water by steps. Here, you can see a small fishing village built on the rocks, where the Massimo Troisi film “Il Postino” starring Philip Noiret and Maria Grazia Cucinotta, was made. Boat trips around Salina and to the other volcanic islands can be arranged on request. Mountain paths can be followed to the summit of Monte Fossa delle Felci and Monte Porri, from where you can see all the islands. Public transport is available but private transport is recommended in order to appreciate all of the island
SOMET SOCIETA' MEDITERRANEA DEL TURISMO SRL SICILIA
NCC Service Catania "Strano Sebastiano is a NCC service (Car with driver), with a Mercedes Vito 9 seats. With our comfortable leather seats, we guarantee maximum comfort! The elegance is assured; more have also confidentiality with our darkened windows. you have young children you want to travel? With us you can, thanks to our seats. our service also is available 24 hours a day, to any destination in Sicily, and is therefore can travel comfortable and safe for business or pleasure, with an ever driver at your disposal. In addition, our tour will allow you to know Sicily all the way!
Strano Sebastiano SICILIA AZIENDE ECCELLENTI ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
Holiday lettings in “Costa degli Aranci” If you are looking for apartments surrounded by green areas, in front of a wonderful white beach, where you could spend a relaxing holiday, then this is the right place for you. Torre S. Antonio is an antique sighting tower built during the Saracen period. It has been restored with great expertise along with the villas all around and it results as a little village a few metres away from the Ionian Sea. The guests of Torre S. Antonio and everyone who wants to spend a day in a very cozy place will find here also a comfortable lido. During your staying in our apartments, you will have the chance both to lay under the sun and relax in our gardens since this accommodation is completely surrounded by green areas. Moreover, you can reach Soverato (just 18 km far away), the so-called “Pearl of the Ionian Sea”, a very lively seaside town where you can enjoy many kind of entertainment activities and meet people from different countries.
Torre S. Antonio CALABRIA
An ancient country house turned into a charming Relais located in a picturesque countryside village; here our Guests will find apartments and rooms, an exclusive wellness centre with wine-therapy and a typical restaurant surrounded by Monferrato hills. We offer relaxing journeys for sports and bike lovers: after a biking day take advantage of our spa with sauna, hammam, indoor and outdoor heated pools. Enjoy our restaurant Ca’ San Sebastiano which serves traditional Monferrato cuisine and our wine cellars, where you will taste the wines we produce. The property is a wonderful starting point to visit Piedmont region through a panoramic route along the river Po, with a choice of several ring routes for MTB, racing bike, trekking. Our Guests will find an area of 1700 km: panoramic rides to discover the low hills of Monferrato, among villages and castles in the lands of the legendary Fausto Coppi. We also recommend bike tours through Monferrato vineyards and “infernot”, declared in 2014 World Unesco heritage. We offer the lease up for sixty ebikes.
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CULTURAL EXPERTS Cristiana La Serra Freelance archaeologist, lives in Vibo Valentia, Calabria. She graduated and specialized at the University of Pisa and holds a PhD in Medieval Archaeology at the school "Riccardo Francovich" in Siena. She is the President of the Cultural Association Mnemosyne. She received in 2007 the award "Esperia - ideas and projects for the enhancement of Calabria," at the University of Pisa for the thesis "medieval villages in the Angitola Valley". She has ten years experience of excavation, survey, cataloging and study of archaeological material both in Italy and internationally. She collaborates with various Archaeological Superintendence, with Italian and foreign universities, with companies operating in the field of Cultural heritage. Her main interests are the Late Antiquity and Medieval Archaeology and the Archaeology of the landscape. She has a Masters degree in Design and Landscaping Promotion at the University of Campobasso. She is currently finalizing a training, "500 young people for culture", at the headquarters of the National Archaeological Museum of Reggio Calabria.
CULTURAL EXPERTS Filippo La Pera Freelance hiking guide, lives in Vibo Valentia, Calabria. He has a diploma as a surveyor and agricultural expert and graduated in architecture at the Politecnico in Turin with a specialization in architectural restoration of historical centers. Alongside his professional activity as an architect he has collaborated for many years as a nature guide with the Italian Alpine Club, WWF and many other naturalistic associations for carrying out excursions to caves, waterfalls, mountains and nature trails in the whole territory of Calabria and especially in the Aspromonte and Pollino. He has acquired over the years a great knowledge of the flora and fauna of the Calabria region. He is a champion of table tennis and chess.
CULTURAL EXPERTS Giuseppe Paolillo Former regional secretary of the WWF Calabria, lives in Pizzo Calabro, Calbria. He holds a degree in Natural Sciences at the University of Calabria with a thesis on the birds of Lake Angitola. He has dedicated his life to the defense of the environment and wildlife in particular and has led on behalf of WWF numerous groups of adults and students at the WWF Oasis of Lake Angitola. He conducted censuses of the Cormorant and other wintering waterfowl. and has been responsible for the project “Sea turtles in Calabria”. Among his fields of interest are the study of cetaceans, the Mediterranean flora and the impact of hunting on the fauna and hunting in the region. He has authored numerous publications. ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
CULTURAL EXPERTS Luigi Garbato Freelance art historian specialist, lives in Caltanissetta, Sicilia. Graduated and specialized in Economics and Management of Cultural Heritage and Performing Arts at the Sacred Heart Catholic University of Milan, he has realized numerous publications in the field of cultural and religious objects mainly of the province of Caltanissetta. He worked for years with the Diocesan Museum of Caltanissetta for the study of conservation materials and for the enhancement of the same and with numerous cultural associations and schools in the area (Rotary Club, Fidapa, Sicily Promotion of Caltanissetta High School, Pro site of Caltanissetta) for the organization of cultural events, cultural tourism routes and study conferences as well as an expert in cultural tourism visits in Sicily.
CULTURAL EXPERTS Roberta Eliodoro Freelance archaeologist, lives in Marina di Gioiosa Jonica, Calabria. She graduated in Classic Archeology at the Sacred Heart Catholic University of Milan and specialized in Archaeology at the University of Matera. For years she worked as an archaeologist responsible for excavations and collaborated with the Archaeological Superintendence of Calabria, with the University of Basilicata and many private companies. She works as a tour guide and / or tour manager on behalf of schools (as part of the POR projects), public companies, Universities (Sacred Heart Catholic University of Milan) and travel agencies. Since 2008 she is a partner and director of the company "MEGALE HELLAS OF ELIODORO R. & C. SAS" (tourism and sport), with the following tasks: customer reception, dive guide, diving instructor, archaeological guide.
CULTURAL EXPERTS Serena Raffiota Freelance archaeologist, lives in Enna, Sicilia. Graduated and specialized in Classical Archaeology at the University of Catania, she has taken part in numerous excavations in Italy and abroad, also working in different archaeological sites in Sicily including Solunto, Syracuse, Centuripe, Catania, Mountain March, Vassallaggi. Particularly significant is her experience in Morgantina, site to which she has devoted most of her research activities and publications. Collaborating with the Superintendence for Cultural and Environmental Heritage of Enna under the direction of Catherine Greek, in 2004 she managed the most recent and very productive archaeological surveys conducted in the sanctuary of St. Francis Bisconti, place of illicit origin of acroliti and the head of Hades, perhaps even the statue of the goddess. She served on the Board of the Regional Archaeological Museum of Aidone, recently also involved in a project of cataloging the exhibits. As a trusted collaborator of the Superintendence of Enna, for several years she provides advice to public and private entities in the context of preventive archeology activities. She also collaborates with schools of all levels for cultural projects to enhance and promote the Sicilian archaeological heritage. She recently started to work as tourist guide, in order to pass on to others the passion for archeology and cultural heritage. ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
TOURIST GUIDES Belfiore Giuseppina Freelance guide, lives in Catania, Sicilia. She has a degree in International Affairs and is specialized in tourism and business. Performs guide services in the provinces of Catania, Messina, Enna and Ragusa jn Italian / French / English on behalf of Italian and foreign agencies and tour operators, for groups of adults and students. Collaborates with the Department of Economics of the Faculty of Political Science, University of Catania, and teaches in many C.E.E. courses on behalf of public and private institutions and high schools as a tour guide and an expert in the tourism sector. Speaker at major conferences, she also performs translation and interpretation in English language for many Import / Export companies in Catania and Province.
TOURIST GUIDES Cristina Leone Freelance guide, lives in the province of Messina, Sicilia. She has a degree in Foreign languages and literature and provides guide services in Sicily in Italian / French / English / Spanish for foreign tourists and Italians, families, students and groups of disabled people. She works for numerous agencies, Italian and foreign tour operators and shipping companies. She is a specialist in the design and organization of cultural, gastronomic and archeological tours.
TOURIST GUIDES Beatrice Marzano Freelance guide, lives in Gerace, Calabria. She graduated from the Technical Institute for Tourism in Siderno. After several working experiences abroad (Ireland, England, the US, Spain and Romania) in 2004 she returned to Gerace to work as a tourist guide. Since then she accompanies as a tour guide Italian and English-speaking tourists. She also works as a tour leader for numerous Italian and foreign travel agencies and tour operators. ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
TOURIST GUIDES Bruna Zampaglione Freelance guide, lives in Messina, Sicilia. She holds a degree in Foreign Languages and Literature at the University of Messina and in Cultural Heritage at the same university. She holds a PhD in Spanish from the University of Messina where he worked as a researcher. Exercises the profession of tourist guide in Calabria and Sicily collaborating with travel agencies, shipping companies and tour operators (Italian and foreign), schools of all levels, public and private entities. She speaks fluently Italian (native language) and Spanish.
TOURIST GUIDES Liane Scherf Freelance guide, lives in Vibo Valentia, Calabria. She graduated in languages in Frankfurt and specialized in Italian, English and French. Her love for the sea and nature took her to Calabria where she obtained a license as tourist guide and a certification as Technical Director of Travel Agency. She worked as a lecturer at numerous public and private schools of Calabria (for POR and PON projects and teaching English and German languages) and as an interpreter and translator for English, German and French. She worked as a tour organizer and/or technical director for numerous travel agencies and tour operators. For the past couple of years she worked exclusively as a tour guide for travel agents and Italian and foreign tour operators. She speaks fluently German (native language), Italian, English and French. ITINERARI ECCELLENTI ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA EXCELLENT TOURS ECCELLENZA DONO DI NATURA
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