DREAMWORTHY DESTINATIONS
Spain
Best Time Of The Year To Visit
Spain is the sunniest destination in Europe, and has great weather throughout the year. The best times to visit Spain is typically in the Spring (March to May), or the Fall (September to November). At these times, the weather is still warm, the sun is still out, but there is lesser crowds and hotels are not as highly-priced. And in the summer shoulder months, you may still be able to hit the beach as well.
Key Experiences
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5,000 miles of coastline - there’s something for everyone
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Wander the small coastal towns along the Costa del Sol
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Wander Las Ramblas and La Bouqueria in Barcelona
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Explore the Palace of Real Alcázar in Seville
Things To Do
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La Sagrada Familia
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Picasso museum in Barcelona
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Visit Park Güell
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Have dinner while people watch at the Plaza Mayor in Madrid
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Watch a Flamenco show
Regional Culinary Delights
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Paella - there is a variety of dishes
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Sangria - each region, city, or even neighbourhoods make theirs unique
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Tapas
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Cheeses and Cured meats
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Seafood
Off The Beaten Path
I love sending clients to Jerez to experience the phenomenon that is Sherry, found in the “Sherry Triangle”. Experience the process of taking the grape from the vine to Sherry. It is very different than that of wine. With your personal driver, hear about the process, see how it happens and of course taste the Sherry.
Spanish 101:
Hello: Hola (oh-la)
Please: Por Favor (por-fah-vohr)
Thank you: Gracias (grah-se-ahs)
Excuse me: Perdon (pair-DON)
Yes: Si (se) No: No (no)
Local Currency:
Euro
Italy
Best Time Of The Year To Visit
There is really no bad time to visit Italy; however, the weather is best between May and October when it’s warm and many activities are in full gear. The shoulder months do have fewer crowds, but be mindful of some of the activities you want to do as there are seasonal excursions.
Key Experiences
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Iconic Colosseum in Rome
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Get acquainted with Michelangelo’s David
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Visit Iconic Amalfi Coast or Cinque Terre
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St. Mark’s Basilica & Square
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Explore the ruins in Pompeii
Things To Do
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Go up Tower of Pisa
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Drink Limoncello in Sorrento
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Take a Gondola ride
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Boat trip to Capri - see the Blue Grottos and Olive Trees
Regional Culinary Delights
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There is nothing like having an espresso and a scoop of gelato.
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Try the pizza - after all, it is the birth place!! But don’t be surprised if it’s plain. That’s how it’s meant to be.
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Drink Limoncello in the Coastal town of Sorrento
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Take a tour of Sienna overlooking the Chianti countryside and visit the local vineyards
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Take a cooking class from Nonna and learn the art of making pasta at her home.
Off The Beaten Path
Head out to the Island of Murano and see how Murano glass is done. Don’t be surprised when you fall in love with its colourfulness, uniqueness, and weight of it. You will be taking home a souvenir for sure. Or stay within the 13th-century old walls of San Gimignano, with its medieval architecture, and tower houses - one of the most recognizable destinations in Tuscany.
Italian 101:
Hello - Ciao
Thank you - Grazie
Please - Per Favore
Excuse me - Scusa
Yes - Si
No - No
Local Currency:
Euro
Ireland
Best Time Of The Year To Visit
There are no promises when it comes to the Irish weather. The best times to visit Ireland are Aril to June, and then September to October as the weather is mild and comfortable. The summer months bring longer days, but also more crowds. The winter months tend to be cool, rainy and windy.
Key Experiences
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Cliffs of Moher
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Killarney National Park
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Ring of Kerry
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Book of Kells and Trinity College
Things To Do
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Kiss the Blarney Stone at Blarney Castle
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Take a trip to the Dingle Peninsula
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Experience the Gaelic roots with traditional instruments, Irish dance and folk songs.
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Attend a knitting workshop in Aran Island
Regional Culinary Delights
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Eat and drink your way through Dublin
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Sip on an Irish Coffee, Whiskey or local craft beer.
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Try a traditional Irish stew.
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Colcannon - Irish’s mashed potato
Off The Beaten Path
How about staying in an ancient castle. Or explore some of the sights made famous by the show Game of Thrones - the mighty Giant’s Causeway.
Irish Slang 101:
Hello - Howya
Good time - Craic
Restroom - The jacks
Absolutely brilliant - Hatchet
Complaining - Olagonin'
Raining heavily: lashing
Kissing: Shifting
Local Currency:
Euro
