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The best available Villas to stay near Kefalonia
The sapphire waters of Cephalonia are steeped with history. The large Greek island was home to Odysseus, the legendary king hailed in Homer’s The Odyssey. Fortunately, it won’t take you ten years to get there. Explore the enchanting caverns of the Drogarati caves, sail to Ithaca on a glass-bottomed boat or marvel at the ancient artifacts inside the Archaeological Museum of Argostoli, Cephalonia’s main town. Or just hide from it all at one of the island’s many private beach coves.
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Kefalonia Bed and Breakfast Inns | Places to Stay in Kefalonia
The sapphire waters of Cephalonia are steeped with history. The large Greek island was home to Odysseus, the legendary king hailed in Homer’s The Odyssey. Fortunately, it won’t take you ten years to get there. Explore the enchanting caverns of the Drogarati caves, sail to Ithaca on a glass-bottomed boat or marvel at the ancient artifacts inside the Archaeological Museum of Argostoli, Cephalonia’s main town. Or just hide from it all at one of the island’s many private beach coves.
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Top 10 Bed and Breakfast Inns in Rhodes, Greece
The largest of the twelve Dodecanese islands on the Aegean's eastern edge, Rhodes is also its most popular. The well-preserved medieval city of Rhodes sits at the north of the island of the same name. High rise hotels line the northern and eastern coastlines. Small villages and resorts dot the island's other shores. Whether your interests are beaches, bars or ancient sites, Rhodes offers an abundance of all three. Authentic Greece can be found in the hilly interior of the 50-mile-long island.
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The best available Villas to stay near Santorini
Even if you’ve never been to this Cyclades island in the Aegean Sea, you’d still recognize it immediately – candy-colored houses carved into cliffs, sapphire waters, gleaming white buildings topped with half-spheres the color of a stormy sky. Here you’ll find peace as you roam the black sand beaches or the streets of a provincial village like Imerovigli. Beautiful Oia is world famous for its sunsets, which seem tinted with every shade of an artist’s palette.
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10 Top-Rated Bed and Breakfast Inns in Chania Town, Chania Prefecture, Crete
Much of the old town district of Chania was developed around its harbor, which was built by the Venetians during the 14th century. Its lighthouse still proudly overlooks the Mediterranean. Here you’ll find several cinemas and historical attractions like the Archaeological Museum, a collection of Minoan and Roman artifacts that’s housed in the former Monastery of Saint Francis. Word nerds will especially enjoy the Museum of Typography.
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10 Top-Rated Resorts in Madeira Islands
The Madeira Islands are a stunning archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic — a place of lush greenery and rugged mountains 1,000km from the European mainland. where you can hike in the morning, surf in the afternoon, and finish your day in a fine restaurant where the breathtaking view is complemented by unforgettable Mediterranean or traditional Madeira cuisine.
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Ponta Delgada Bed and Breakfast Inns | Places to Stay in Ponta Delgada
As the Azores' capital city, Ponta Delgada serves as a gateway to the archipelago's famous crater lakes, volcanoes, and rugged coastline. The city itself blends modern comforts with Gothic churches, historic forts, and traditional Portuguese taverns.
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10 Specialty lodgings in Portugal: Best hotel deals for 2023
Portugal’s Mediterranean charm is most prominent on the golden beaches of the Algarve; in the wilderness of the Azores islands; among the vineyards of Douro Valley; and on the cobbled streets of Lisbon and Porto, where old-world culture meets cosmopolitan bars and restaurants.
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The best available Condos to stay near Brussels
Brussels is a city of vast variety and diversity, making it an excellent destination for any type of visitor. No matter where you look, history and beauty are the principal components giving Brussels its unique vibe. The architecture, together with the city’s folklore, catch every visitor’s eye, revealing how the classic spots have adapted to take on a very modern twist. Brussels makes each traveler find a home away from home.
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10 Bed and Breakfast Inns in Canton of Thurgau: Best hotel deals for 2023
Discover the best Bed and Breakfast Inns in Canton of Thurgau including Hotel Porto Sofie, Hotel Sokrates, Hotel Trompeterschlossle am Seerhein, Hotel Brauerei Frohsinn, Hotel Garni Frohsinn, Hotel Muenchwilen, Kloster Fischingen, Hotel WunderBar, Macardo Premium B&B, Hotel Schwanen.
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Top 10 Farmhouses in Assisi, Italy
Best known as the birthplace of St. Francis, Italy's patron saint, Assisi lies amid Umbria's rolling hills. Religious pilgrims have come here for centuries to visit the Basilica of San Francesco (where St. Francis is buried) and the Basilica of Santa Chiara (to see the tomb of St. Clare). Visit the Eremo delle Carceri to see caves where medieval hermits withdrew from the world. (You may find such solitude quite appealing—especially if you're here on a daytrip from Rome!)
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The 10 best Bed and Breakfast Inns in Siena, Italy
This Tuscan hill town will transport you back to the Middle Ages. Siena's grand cathedral, built in the 1200s, has treasured artworks and marvelous marble floors. The Piazza del Campo, the main town square, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It's also home to the Palio, perhaps the most infamous horserace in the world. No goofy hats and mint juleps here—this is a medieval tradition involving bareback riders racing on cobblestones (so as you might imagine, it's quite dangerous). Siena is an easy daytrip by train from Florence, just 43 miles away.
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Top 10 Campgrounds in Sardinia, Italy
The second-largest island in Mediterranean after Sicily, Sardinia serves up a lovely blend of sea, sand and history. Thousands of nuraghe (stone buildings) dot the landscape, proof that people have been enjoying the lovely climate here for millennia. From posh Costa Smerelda in the north to medieval Alghero in the northwest to the lively capital of Cagliari in the south, and with many picturesque towns and unspoiled sandy beaches in between, Sardinia’s got a little something for everyone.
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Top 8 Cottages in Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy
Trentino-Alto Adige is made up of two provinces, the Italian-leaning Trento (or Trentino) in the south and the Germanic-leaning Alto Adige (or Südtirol, and also called Bolzano-Bozen, just to keep things interesting) in the north. Home to numerous picturesque towns, castles and historic sights, the main attraction here is the mountains. The stars of these are the Dolomites. Outdoor adventure opportunities abound year-round, with skiing, climbing and hiking among the most popular pursuits.
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The best available Bed and Breakfast Inns to stay near Bergamo
Bergamo is a northern Italy treasure. Dating from 49 BC, Bergamo has two centers: the Alta (upper) city and the Bassa (lower) city, connected by a funicular and walking trails. For historic sites, go to Alta for the Piazza Vecchia,the Cattedrale di Bergamo e Battistero, and the Basilica di Santa Maria Maggiore Baptistry, as well as the quirky mausoleum of Rastelli, the world famous juggler. Bassa is more modern and residential, and boasts Via 20 Settembre - the shopping district.
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The best available Specialty lodgings to stay near Friuli Venezia Giulia
Discover the best Specialty lodgings in Friuli Venezia Giulia including Smart Rooms, Villaggio Los Nidos, Albergo Miramonti, Bosco Romagno, TiAMo-Modern Design Guest House, Residence Al Granzo, Hotel Centrale, Risthotel Airport, Albergo Diffuso Sutrio Zoncolan, Ristorante Sottocastello.
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Marche All-inclusives | Places to Stay in Marche
Discover the best All-inclusives in Marche including Hotel Universal, Sirena Boutique Hotel, Hotel Paradiso, Hotel Ristorante Giannino, Hotel Thea & Residence, Relais del Borgo Hotel & SPA, Borgo Lanciano Relais Benessere, Le Querce, Hotel La Maestra, San Francesco Hotel.
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Top 10 Campgrounds in Lazio, Italy
Lying at Italy’s geographic and historic heart, Lazio (or Latium) was the seat of the Roman Empire, and as such is teeming with ancient attractions, especially in the Eternal City of Rome itself. To the east, Tivoli has Emperor Hadrian’s exquisite and massive Villa Adriana. Civitavecchia, today a major cruise and ferry port, has been Rome’s main harbor since the second century. Many pre-Roman sites dot Lazio too, like the Etruscan necropolis at Cerveteri, dating from the 9th century BC.