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36 Reviews
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Mary Mellor
Reviewed July 2017
Discover the heel of Puglia
The holiday was most enjoyable and we were escorted by Marinella in a friendly and efficient way.
The hotels we stayed in were comfortable, and some uniquely interesting.
Most Inspirational Moment
I was very excited to see Alberobello, which I had long wanted to visit. And Matera was a great revelation - I knew nothing of its history, and found it fascinating
Thoughts on Group Leader
Marinella was friendly, energetic and charming, and full of interesting information. She found some lovely places for us to eat at. She was concerned for and interested in everyone in the partyExpect
Advice for Potential Travellers
If you go in July, leave your woollies well behind. It was
EXTREMELY hot when we were there.
Shelagh Jamieson
Reviewed May 2017
A relaxing and enjoyable trip
This was a nice close up look at the heel of Italy. Lots of historic context alongside regional cuisine, great local wines, and beautiful countryside. We had a great group of 11 like-minded travellers and had a lot of fun.
Most Inspirational Moment
Trying out the local cuisine was a highlight, especially all the amazing appetizers.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Marcella was great! She spent time with us even when she didn't have to and always made sure we were taken care of.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Bring good walking shoes. The walks are longer and a bit more challenging than they sound in the trip description, and take place in the heat of the day.
Suzanne Rose
Reviewed April 2017
Puglia: Discover the heel of Italy
We would definitely recommend this holiday; the choice of hotels was superb. There was such a wide variety of things to see and the area is very beautiful.
Most Inspirational Moment
Spending time in Matera was a real highlight and also travelling on the local train to Lecce through the olive groves.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Marinella was an exceptional guide; nothing was too much trouble and she was very knowledgable about the area and interesting to listen to. We appreciated the effort she made to find good local places for the group to eat together in the evening, and accompanying us, which made a lot of difference to our holiday.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Some of the pavements were polished cobbles so a shoe with a good grip is essential. There were quite a lot of hills and steps to negotiate.
Rachel Nockels
Reviewed October 2016
Puglia
An interesting introduction to a region of Italy often overlooked. There was so much to see and do, plus staying in a trulli house in Alberobello was an amazing experience. The food was superb and the wine amazing.
Most Inspirational Moment
So many, visit olive trees thousands of years old. The caverns, each cave better than the last. Staying in a trulli.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Giuseppe was very passionate about showing us his part of Italy, from introducing us to amazing food and wines made from local products, to showing us beautiful little towns.
Advice for Potential Travellers
Food is a little more expensive than the trip notes suggest. Double the recommendations as there is so much amazing food and wine to trip.
Jennifer Stevenson
Reviewed September 2016
Puglia
An interesting and vey varied trip. Sara our group leader was delightful and efficient.
It was a busy itinerary, very enjoyable, maybe not quite as leisurely as one may have thought it would be.!
Most Inspirational Moment
Difficult,. The caverns were amazing, the olive producers ancient olive grove also. 2000 year old trees reminds one of how fragile and small we are.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Sara was lovely, good fun and efficient
Advice for Potential Travellers
Look upon the trip as slightly more full on than possibily required, but vey enjoyable nonetheless
Elaine Hobson
Reviewed August 2016
I fell in love with Italy
An excellent trip. The pace of the trip is perfect. A week flew by and we felt we had been all over the Puglia region. So much to do and see in such a short space of time and yet we managed to relax and get some free time in too. The food was outstanding, the wine was delightful, the people were a pleasure to be around. Every stage of the trip was enjoyable and slightly different.
Most Inspirational Moment
The whole trip was perfect but if I were to pick a section that stood out, I would say Aberobella. To stay in a Trulli house was such a wonderful experience - not at all what I was expecting. The cookery lesson was more of a demonstration (although we did get to try make some pasta) but it was thoroughly enjoyable and the meal at the end was the best meal of the holiday.
Thoughts on Group Leader
Salvatore' was an excellent leader. He was knowledgeable, professional and caring. His English is perfect and he has a personable way about him that makes him a pleasure to listen to. Nothing was too much trouble, he didn't once look irritated (particularly by eight women who were always looking for the next loo stop!). His choice of restaurants and eating places was superb. Once you know you're in good hands it is so easy to switch off and chill out.
