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Foodies rejoice! There are plenty of Food & Wine Vacations around the world to satisfy you taste buds and palate! Travel to a big city with a wide variety of cuisines to get a quick sampling of what the world has to offer food lovers. Or travel to a destination known for it's unique flavors and spices. Find out where the locals go to venture off the beaten path and to get more of an authentic experience. Looking for a sip or two of wine? Go on a wine tasting tour in a region known for just that. Soak in the countryside while traveling on bike from winery to winery, or hire a car to take you there. ...read more »

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    Paris

    The city of lights, the city of love. Paris is known as one of the most romantic destinations in the world, and it is not difficult to see why. It is also known for its famous buildings and works of art, its chic fashion scene and its modern literary, a... read more »

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    London

    The capital city of the UK and England, London is one of the great "world cities." With a diverse mixture of old world history and modern capitalism, London has so much to offer any traveler. From the Tower of London to its avant-garde nightclubs to a q... read more »

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    Florence

    Florence is a small city, located in the Arno River valley, and surrounded by olive-planted hills on the north and south. Florence is also a city of the arts. Its chapels, galleries and museums are an inexhaustible treasure, capturing the complex, often... read more »

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    Barcelona

    Dubbed "La Gran Encisera", or the Great Enchantress, Barcelona is an amazingly beautiful Mediterranean city. One of the world's busiest seaports, this dynamic and culturally rich city is a combination of famous museums, theaters, and art galleries mixed... read more »

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    Rome

    Rome is history. A blend of artistic and architectural masterpieces, classical ruins, and extravagant baroque churches and piazzas, this city is as culturally rich as they come. From espresso at the Tivoli fountain, mass at St. Peter's Cathedral, or wal... read more »

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    Amsterdam

    A "Gateway to Europe", Amsterdam attracts millions of visitors year round. For some, its main attractions are the works of Van Gough and Rembrandt or the intricate labyrinth of canals. For others, Amsterdam's draw is its Red Light district and world-fam... read more »

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    Venice

    If Rome is history, Venice is romance. Built entirely on water and passable only by boat or on foot, there is no place quite like it. Visitors cannot help being impressed by the sheer beauty of the canals, the lively piazzas, the centuries of art. Venic... read more »

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    Vienna

    One of the great capital cities of Europe, Vienna has been home to the rulers of the Austria-Hungarian Empire and masters of classical music. History, art and beauty oozes from every street corner and alley way. So discover St. Stephen's Cathedral, enjo... read more »

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    Prague

    Prague - undoubtedly one of the most beautiful cities in the world. A rich collection of Gothic, Baroque, and Renaissance buildings, it seems that around every turn there is a new treasure to take in. Catch a local poetry reading, walk the Charles Bridg... read more »

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    Madrid

    Madrid has stood in the center of the Iberian Peninsula as the capital of Spain since 1562. Its southern and elevated location allows for warm, dry summers and cool winters, making for excellent traveling weather all year round. As a tourist destination... read more »

Top Five Food & Wine Trip Blogs

  • FreqTravelers

    3 nights in Venice | Nov 03 08'

    by FreqTravelers a 33 year old female traveling as a couple from San Diego, on vacation in Venice

    "A Sinking City"

    Our longest day of travel was when we went from Cinque Terre to Venice. The trip required 2 train changes and took about 6 hours. It was raining... Continue reading »

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    3 nights in Cinque Terre (Vernazza) | Nov 01 08'

    by FreqTravelers a 33 year old female traveling as a couple from San Diego, on vacation in Vernazza

    "Sun, Sea, Wine, and Culture (and Pesto)"

    From Florence, we visited the Cinque Terre, an area of 5 little towns connected by trails. This area was Mike's favorite from a previous visit, s... Continue reading »

  • FreqTravelers

    2 nights in Florence | Oct 29 08'

    by FreqTravelers a 33 year old female traveling as a couple from San Diego, on vacation in Florence

    "Home of the Renaissance (and David)"

    After our 3 nights in Sorrento, we headed north for Florence. The second snag in our train travel experience came when we arrived in Naples from... Continue reading »

  • FreqTravelers

    3 nights in Sorrento | Oct 26 08'

    by FreqTravelers a 33 year old female traveling as a couple from San Diego, on vacation in Meta di Sorrento

    "Home of lemon and olive groves"

    Our first experience on a passenger train was when we left Rome and headed for Sorrento. We left early in the morning and were in Naples in 2 hou... Continue reading »

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    Karen's birthday trip | Nov 23 07'

    by angus a 28 year old male from Wellington, on vacation in Prague

    "our mouths just about hitting the floor in awe!"

    Karen gets a little bit excited about her birthdays, so excited that you can pretty much ask her on any given day of the year 'how long is it till... Continue reading »

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