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Our 2017 brochure is our biggest yet and as well as specific holiday information we’ve also included some of our favourite articles from the Flavours blog that I hope you’ll find of interest.

From our HQ in Edinburgh our team are on hand to help you choose the best holiday for you and are always there to answer any questions or queries you might have either before or once you’ve booked your holiday. We’ve can tell you all about our villas, the visits you will make, the activity you will be doing – all because our team have experienced at first hand just what a Flavours holiday is all about.

In Italy we have a great team who are full of passion and enthusiasm about their native land and keen to give our guests an authentic, memorable and inspiring experience. Our cooks, hosts and tutors are experts in their fields and are there to ensure you have the best possible holiday.

We hope you’ll be tempted to join us in Italy in 2017!

A presto

LorneDirector, Flavours of Italy

CIAO!Many thanks for requesting a copy of our

2017 brochure and I’m delighted that you’re

considering joining us in Italy! I founded

Flavours 15 years ago by offering week long

cooking holidays in Italy and since we have

been welcoming guests to Italy who have

enjoyed not only learning the secrets of local

Italian cooking but also activity holidays in

painting, Pilates, photograhpy and Italian

language.

Our holidays are based in our hand picked villas, all in stunning locations in Puglia, Tuscany, Amalfi, Venice and the south eastern coast of Sicily. Places all loved by our guests so much that 35% of them return to holiday with us every year. They tell us they love holidaying in small groups with like minded travellers in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere and specially love the hallmarks of a Flavours holiday – wonderful villas in beautiful locations, friendly hosts and expert teachers and of course, sampling the delicious Italian food and wine and visiting many local places of interest.

All our holidays are all-inclusive- all accommodation, food and wine, expert tuition and all local transport. We pride ourselves in giving first rate customer service, particular to our solo travellers who may not have enjoyed an activity holiday on their own before.

@FlavoursofItaly/FlavoursofItaly

Welcome to Flavours Italian Holidays 2017 brochure

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COOKING HOLIDAYS

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30 AMALFI

34 SICILY

38 PUGLIA

42 VENETO

PAINTING HOLIDAYS

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50 AMALFI

52 SICILY

PILATES

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62 PUGLIA

64 SICILY

ITALIAN LANGUAGE

COURSE HOLIDAYS

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70 AMALFI

ITALIAN PHOTOGRAPHY

COURSE HOLIDAYS

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Testimonials

How to Book

Terms & Conditions

CONTENTS

FLAVOURS DESTINATIONS

We hold an ATOL (Air Travel Organisers

License), granted by the Civil Aviation

Authority. This gives our guests financial

security and peace of mind.

TUSCANY

EMILIA-ROMAGNA

TRENTIO-ALTO ADIGE

FRIULI-VENEZIA

GIULA

VALLED’AOSTA

PIEMONT

PUGLIA

CAMPANIA

MOLISE

ABRUZZO

BASILICATA

CALABRIA

SICILY

LIGURIA

VENTOLOMBARDY

MARCHE

UMBRIA

SARDEGNA

LAZIO

SICILY

TUSCANY

PUGLIA

CAMPANIA

VENETO

ITALY

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Serves: 4

Preparation Time: 20 mins

Cooking Time: 10 mins

Ingredients:

• 175g Pasta (Tortiglioni or Casarecce work well)

• 1 large aubergine

• 20 cherry tomatoes approx. (cut in half)

• 2 cloves of garlic cloves (peeled lightly crushed)

• Sprig of thyme

• 6 basil leaves (shredded)

• 50g fresh ricotta salata (grated)

Pasta alla Norma

PASTA WITH AUBERGINE

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. 2. Slice the aubergine into even sized slices and layer the slices in a colander, sprinkling each layer with salt. Cover the aubergine with a heavy plate and leave for 30 mins-1 hour, to draw out the excess moisture.

3. Meanwhile, lay out the cherry tomatoes on a baking tray. Liberally drizzle the tomatoes with olive oil, season with sea salt and top with the sprig of thyme. When the tomatoes are nicely roasted, remove from the oven and place in a saucepan. Add the garlic and gently simmer for 20 mins. Discard the garlic from the sauce.

4. Once the aubergine has drained, rinse thoroughly in cold water to rinse off the salt. Cut the aubergine slices into cubes, leaving a few full slices for serving. Heat a splash of olive oil in a large frying pan over a medium heat. Once hot, add all the aubergines in a single layer, and fry for 5 to 8 minutes, or until softened and golden. You may need to do this in batches.

5. Boil a large pot of salted water for the pasta and cook according to packet instructions until the pasta is “al dente”.

6. Add the cubed aubergine to the tomatoes and stir. If the sauce is too thick, add a little of the pasta cooking water and a drizzle of olive oil to loosen.

7. In a warm serving bowl, mix together the pasta and tomato sauce. Top with a slice of the aubergine reserved from earlier, the grated ricotta and shredded basil leaves. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

One of the most famous Sicilian dishes which

encapsulates the flavours of the island

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Instructions:

1. Put the cream in a saucepan, adding the sugar, lemon rind and a pinch of salt. On a low heat, gently stir the liquid for 15 mins. Don’t let the cream boil.

2. Meanwhile, soften the gelatine in cold water for 15 mins.

3. Turn off the heat and add the softened gelatine to the pan. Stir until it melts and there are no lumps.

4. Divide the mixture between 6 small dishes/glasses. Chop and add a few berries to each dish.

5. Leave to cool completely at room temperature, then put in the fridge for several hours before serving.

6. Serve with fresh berries and a fruit coulis for a summer classic.

Serves: 6

Preparation Time: 20 mins

Ingredients:

• 500ml of whipping cream

• 3 heaped spoons of caster sugar

• 1 lemon rind

• 7.5g of gelatine leaves

• Pinch of salt

• Fresh berries to garnish

Panna CottaAn easy desert to make ahead of time that is ready when you are

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HOW FOOD PLAYS AN INTEGRAL PART IN AN EVERYDAY ITALIAN LIFESTYLE

‘What you’re going to have for lunch, and what you look like are the two most important things you think of when you get up.’

Never were truer words spoken by Italian chef Giorgio Locatelli, on being asked what being Italian means. It’s hard to overestimate how important food is to Italians. It goes far beyond just simple nourishment.

Discussions about how a particular dish should be cooked, what sauce is acceptable with which pasta shape, or which wine suits your Acqua Pazza are serious business.

Chef Locatelli says when he was growing up, his parents genuinely mistrusted a family who lived nearby because they committed an unforgiveable sin - putting parsley in their minestrone. It’s hardly easy to imagine Shirley across the street cutting all ties with you upon discovering your preference for horseradish with your roast beef!

This reverence for food and how it’s prepared stems from the importance of

family in largely Catholic Italy. Extended family groups come together to eat as often as possible. The average year is littered with Saint’s days and festivals around which traditions have grown about particular foods to be enjoyed. For example, 19th March is St Joseph’s Day, and when cafes and bakeries start to fill their shop windows with zeppoles, also known as Italian doughnuts, there can be no doubt amongst Italians as to the date!

Another example is the pastiera, a creamy, deep dish pie-like dessert originally from Naples but popular all over the country. This dish was created by a Nun in a convent who wanted to make a dessert to celebrate the coming of Easter, so she created this cake as a symbol of the Resurrection.

The family set up is also very traditional – you will always find nonna or mamma doing all the cooking – and celebration meals will last several hours. What is eaten becomes so engrained in the family and the region’s folklore, that to change anything is unthinkable.

Italian families also have a tradition of dining together on Sundays, similar to us Brits. They will be likely to start with antipasti, translated as “before the meal”. These dishes vary from region to region,

but they traditionally consist of cured meat, olives, mushrooms, anchovies, various cheeses, pickled meat and vegetables in oil or vinegar.

This is followed by two main courses: primo, which might be home-made pasta or a soup such as minestrone, and secondo, a meat or fish dish. Following on from this, one can expect cheese, local of course, and then dessert before ending the meal with espresso and an ammazza-caffe (meaning coffee killer), i.e. a limoncello or other liqueur.

This is what it is all about for the Italians; enjoying local traditional food and enjoying it with family.

Italian food, crucially, has simplicity at its heart – fresh ingredients from the ground, grown under that wonderful Mediterranean sunshine, cooked simply and with love and care.

Whether it is art, politics, fashion, sport or food, in Italy the most important thing is to have passion for whatever you are doing. It’s this passion and pride that also make the food so delicious, popular and wholesome.

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“There’s nothing better than telling my clients to float their arms up to the bright blue sky.” Catherine Compton, Flavours Pilates teacher

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Imagine... a week away from the office, surrounded by stunning countryside, staying in a private villa and relaxing under the Italian sun. Feel energized each morning after a restful nights sleep and enjoy starting the day with a Pilates session before breakfast.

Hot yoga is all the rage these days, but who wants to be stuck in a sweaty room when you could be enjoying some gentle Pilates moves by a pool in Italy? There are some real benefits from exercising in a warmer climate. By letting your body acclimatise to the heat, your muscles will relax and your flexibility will increase.

The benefits of Pilates are almost endless. Vanessa Hedge, one of our ‘Body Control’ Pilates teachers believes: “Pilates really is for everyone, whether you are recovering from an injury or just want to improve your posture, flexibility and core strength.”

Pilates can improve your posture, muscle tone, balance and joint mobility as well as relieve stress and tension. It’s great for your abs and can also relieve back pain. Pilates’ slow and controlled movements puts minimal impact on your joints.

Take a holiday from yourself, put your worries to one side and focus on the here and now in Italy. Pilates hones your focus – it requires concentration and the ability to focus on your breathing and your body. Our Pilates retreats are led by teachers who teach ‘Body Control’ Pilates which is a style of Pilates based on the principles of Pilates founder, Joseph Pilates. If you find yourself not having enough time in your busy life to join a local Pilates class, our Pilates retreats are the equivalent of taking a 10 week course but condensed down into a week. 8-10 lessons a week are included in the cost of the trip and all equipment is provided at the villa.

WHAT TO EXPECT AT A FLAVOURS PILATES RETREAT

THIS REALLY IS A STRESS-FREE HOLIDAY All meals and drinks are included in the price as well as dinners at local restaurants. Meals are prepared by your own private chef at the villa and two cookery lessons are included during the week.

ESCAPE THE VILLA ON OUR EXCELLENT DAY TRIPS Our Pilates retreat in Tuscany includes a day trip to a local spa Terme San Giovanni in Rapolano, where you can relax in the healing waters or indulge in a massage. Ideal for relaxing those muscles. The most important thing is just to relax, in peaceful surroundings.

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and commitment as possible. The light is strong and directional, the shadows deep and short. They don’t stand still for long and capturing this moment in time requires a leap of faith, that once taken reaps a genuine reward.

We painted for an hour or so then break for some well-deserved refreshment. We discuss the challenges of the shifting light and how best to capture its transition, which elements to select within the composition, what to leave out or move and how best to mix the blue of the sky.

Now busy with people milling about, locals melting into the crumbling facades, their

smiles encouraging our gaze. Visitors peer over with admiration, probably wishing they could give it a try.

Before we knew it our time was up, it had flown by and that happens when you paint. Our friendly driver beckoned us away - we had a dinner date to keep. It was a great day painting, as the finished art work proved. The people of Sicily were so friendly and we even accepted a glass of Prosecco from the kind folk at a wedding we came across in the village square!”

PAINTING IN SICILY: A DAY TRIP TO MARZAMEMI

WHY MARZAMEMI?

“On my first painting holiday as a tutor with Flavours I went to Sicily. As part of the holiday, we visited the old tuna port of Marzamemi which lies on the southern tip of Italy, further south than the top of Tunisia. It is an interesting mix of Italian and North African architecture and culture. The day was hot and clear with a few wispy high clouds streaking across an otherwise azure blue sky. The buildings around the harbour, now a mix of gift shops and cafes once serviced Sicily’s largest tuna fishing port. It doesn’t take too much imagination to visualise the hustle and bustle of those bygone days. A maze of alleyways leads you back into the town with picture perfect doorways and clever compositions at every turn. However, what really caught our imaginations, was the contrast between the water and the old dry stone buildings, so this is what we settle down to paint.

The compositions here look after themselves, and it is not long before we’re all immersed in our painting, oblivious now to the strangers eye that wanders from artist to artist. We take a little time with our drawing, but once we start with the colour we work with as much speed

Flavours painting tutor, Robert Nelmes recalls an

inspiring day trip to Marzamemi – a little fishing

village in the south-east of Sicily.

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“ The holiday is all organised from the moment we were picked up in Pisa. Everyone is there for the same reason.”

David

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4. TRAVEL IS AGELESS

Travel is ageless, no matter how old you think you are, and gives you an education about the world that you would never discover from text books. You’ll learn about a country’s history and traditions and immerse yourself within the local culture, and the more you learn, the more you’ll start to see the world in a completely different way.

5. YOU’LL BREAK DOWN BARRIERS

You’ll soon break down any barriers you ever had about talking to strangers. Travellers are one big community and you’ll be surprised how easy it is to make new friends. Even if you’re an introvert, singles holidays will bring you closer to people with a shared solo you might have never talked to before.

Do you need to be the most confident person in the world? Absolutely not. 70% of our guests travel alone and our holidays in Italy are a great opportunity to experience your first solo holiday.

5 REASONS WHY YOU NEED

TO TRY TRAVELLING SOLO

Do you want to travel but your friends don’t have the time, the money or simply just don’t share your fascination with the world. So what are you meant to do? Stay at home, wait until one of them changes their mind or just go anyway?

It may seem like a scary concept but solo holidays are actually on the rise for men and women, and there’s never been a better time to just get up and do it. There’s absolutely nothing to stop you from travelling alone.

1. SOLO HOLIDAYS BROADEN THE MIND

Travelling solo really does broaden the mind and allows you to live your life day by day, enjoying each moment without having to worry about the next. One of the biggest reasons that women travel is because they enjoy time by themselves, others are because they have decided to be brave, want to follow their own schedule and want to meet new people as they do it.

2. A PERSONAL DISCOVERY

Travelling solo isn’t just about the external journey, getting from A to B; it’s also a voyage of personal discovery. You’ll find out what really makes you tick, overcome your fears and find out what truly makes you happy.

3. TRAVELLING IS FOOD FOR THE SOUL

It might sound cheesy but travelling alone is food for the soul. It allows you to get back in touch with who you are no matter what stage of life you are in. It puts everything into perspective. You’ll come back with a new perspective on the world with more new, meaningful relationships with like-minded people that share the same passion with you.

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TUSCANYShort breaks / Week long holidays From £899 per person (short break) £1599 (week long holiday) / no single supplement

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Tuscany is quintessential Italy: a dreamscape of rolling hills topped with

willowy cypress trees, shimmering olive groves and rows of tangled vines,

peppered with picture-perfect medieval hilltop towns. This rich, rural

landscape provides all the ingredients for our chefs as they show you

how to rustle up mouth-watering local dishes.

Tuscan fare is simple but hearty and bursting with flavour: from ribollita, a hearty vegetable stew to chunky Tuscan bread soup and rustic pasta dishes such as pici, a thick spaghetti with wild boar or rabbit sauce.

For a break from the kitchen, you can explore the charming alleys of medieval Siena, one of Italy’s best-preserved medieval towns. Built on three hills and surrounded by medieval walls, take in the stunning Duomo, preserved Gothic architecture and of course the famous Piazza del Campo - one of the world’s most unique piazzas. For a change of pace, there is also the charming town of Arezzo, boasting its Piazza Grande, perhaps a good opportunity to tuck into a classic bistecca alla fiorentina, a char grilled T-bone steak washed down with a good Chianti.

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We have a handful of lovely villas to choose from: imagine honey-coloured farmhouses with beamed ceilings shuttered windows opening onto sweeping views, stone-flagged floors, and huge welcoming kitchens. They all have private pools, ensuite rooms and that essential soporific hum of cicadas as you relax with a bottle of wine under the trees.

TUSCANY

TUSCANY

TUSCANY

EMILIA-ROMAGNA

TRENTIO-ALTO ADIGE

FRIULI-VENEZIA

GIULA

VALLED’AOSTA

PIEMONT

PUGLIA

CAMPANIA

MOLISE

ABRUZZO

BASILICATA

CALABRIA

SICILY

LIGURIA

VENTOLOMBARDY

MARCHE

UMBRIA

SARDEGNA

LAZIO

Bolzano

Verona Venice

Naples

Bari

Lecce

Taranto

Sassari

Cagliari

Palermo

Catania

Messina

Foggia

Pescara

Trieste

Torin

Milan

PisaFlorence

Siena

Arezzo

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V E N U E F O R PA I N T I N G

A N D P I L AT E S H O L I D AY S

Our Villa Casanova is a typical Tuscan homestead

from the early 19th century with interiors typical

for rural Tuscan architecture. It is located in the

unmistakable Chianti countryside. This area is

famous for its breathtaking natural scenery and

the villa is surrounded by stunning olive groves

and vineyards. You can also relax in the wonderful

gardens and by the swimming pool.

VILLA CASANOVA

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VENUE FOR PAINTING AND PILATES HOLIDAYSV E N U E F O R

C O O K E R Y H O L I D AY S

This beautifully restored farmhouse is set among

fifty hectares of olive groves, vineyards and

woodlands, is located between Arezzo and Siena.

Superb craftsmanship went into the renovation of

this property, taking care to maintain its original

charm. The pool area, furnished with a gazebo,

make this villa an ideal place to come and relax in

the Tuscan countryside.

VILLA AREZZO

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VENUE FOR PAINTING AND PILATES HOLIDAYS

Our Villa Casanova is a typical Tuscan homestead from the early

19th century with interiors typical for rural Tuscan architecture.

It is located in the unmistakable Chianti countryside. This area

is famous for its breathtaking natural scenery and the villa is

surrounded by stunning olive groves and vineyards. You can also

relax in the wonderful gardens and by the swimming pool.

VILLA CASANOVA

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A N D P I L AT E S H O L I D AY S

Villa Bucine is situated in the breathtaking

medieval hamlet of Montebenichi, near the most

famous tourist spots in Tuscany such as Siena

and Arezzo. This spacious, traditional villa is set

on a large farm estate surrounded by rolling hills

typical for the region. Villa Bucine was recently

renovated to bring back its charming Tuscan

style with original antique furnishing. Villa Bucine

has a private pool.

VILLA BUCINE

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V E N U E F O R 3 N I G H T /

4 D AY C O O K E R Y H O L I D AY S

La Frasca is set on a impressive private estate

between Pisa and Florence in the heart of Tuscany.

The estate is a 400-hectare park with its own

vineyards and olive groves and is surrounded by

woodlands and undulating hills. La Frasca is a

spacious and elegant villa, decorated in soft Tuscan

colours, combining a mixture of old wooden beams

and other traditional features with modern comforts.

The large gardens overlook 16 hectares of vineyards,

is the perfect place for dining al fresco. La Frasca has

a large and private pool.

VILLA FRASCA


& P I L AT E S W E E K S

Villa Gerlino is a beautifully restored Tuscan

farmhouse set in fifty acres of olive groves,

vineyards & woodland. Located between

Arezzo & Siena it is the perfect location

to spend a week with Flavours.

VILLA GERLINO

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Example Itinerary

Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Pisa airport and take you to your accommodation on our private estate. Upon arrival, there will be welcome drinks before your first cookery lesson with our local chef, preparing your evening meal with your fellow cooks.

Day 2 After breakfast, your second hands-on cookery lesson will take place before lunch. In the afternoon, visit a local winery for a private tasting. Return to the villa for dinner prepared by our chef.

Day 3 Following breakfast, spend the morning exploring Florence and enjoy lunch at an excellent local restaurant. Then you will have your final cooking lesson at the villa before dinner.

Day 4 After breakfast and some time to relax, our transfer will pick you up at the villa and take you back to Pisa airport.

Please note the itinerary is an example and is subject to change depending on

the weather and allowing for the Italian ways!

Price £899 per person no single supplement

Price includes:

TUSCANY SHORT BREAK

• £100 towards your flight costs*.

There are direct flights to Pisa from

many regional airports – ask us for

options.

• Transfers from Pisa Airport**

• Private, en-suite accommodation

at one of our Tuscan villas

• 3 cookery lessons with our

Italian chef

• Experienced host throughout

your stay

• Private wine tasting at local winery

• Visit to Florence

• Lunch at local restaurant

• All meals and wine

• Transport in private minibus

* Flights can be arranged for you,

but if you prefer to arrange your

own flights please deduct £100 per

person.

** Provided you are able to meet

them. Please ask for transfer times

if booking your own flights.

Type From To

2017

3 Nights / 4 Days Friday 17th March Monday 20th March

3 Nights / 4 Days Friday 24th March Monday 27th March

3 Nights / 4 Days Friday 7th April Monday 10th April

3 Nights / 4 Days Friday 21st April Monday 24th April

3 Nights / 4 Days Saturday 6th May Tuesday 9th May

3 Nights / 4 Days Wednesday 10th May Saturday 13th May

3 Nights / 4 Days Saturday 16th September Tuesday 19th September

3 Nights / 4 Days Wednesday 20th September Saturday 23rd September

3 Nights / 4 Days Saturday 23rd September Tuesday 26th September

3 Nights / 4 Days Wednesday 27th September Saturday 30th September

3 Nights / 4 Days Saturday 7th October Tuesday 10th October

3 Nights / 4 Days Wednesday 11th October Saturday 14th October

“ I hadn’t been sure what it would be like sharing a private villa with other people, but it was very laid back. Over several days, I lounged by the pool, dipping in and out of conversations and the cookery lessons provided a great focus for everyone to get to know each other in a relaxed way.”

Sara Sheridan, The Scotsman

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Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Pisa Airport and take you to the villa for welcome drinks on the terrace followed by dinner prepared by our local chef.

Day 2 After breakfast you have your first cookery lesson with the chef, enjoying the results for lunch. The afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish. Dinner is prepared at the villa.

Day 3 Enjoy your second hands-on cookery lesson, lunch and then visit a local winery for a private wine tasting. Return to the villa for dinner prepared by the chef.

Day 4 After breakfast, a day to enjoy sight-seeing or shopping in Siena at leisure. Lunch will be at a trattoria. Return to villa late afternoon for dinner.

Day 5 Another cookery lesson this morning and then lunch. The afternoon is yours to relax by the pool or walk through the olive groves. Dinner tonight is at the villa.

Day 6 This morning is your fourth cookery lesson, followed by lunch. An afternoon visit to Arezzo with a chance to explore before dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 7 After breakfast you have your final cookery lesson and lunch. Enjoy your afternoon relaxing at the villa and in the evening a farewell dinner.

Day 8 After breakfast and some time to relax, our transfer will collect you and take you back to Pisa Airport for your flight home.

Please note the itinerary is an example and is subject to

change depending on the weather and allowing for the

Italian ways!

Example Itinerary

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“ Both the group and the Flavours team were absolutely great. I really enjoyed the time we spent together in the villa - cooking, eating and chatting along.”

Sandra, Tuscany Cooking holiday


Price includes:

TUSCANY COOKING WEEK

• £100 towards your flight costs*

There are direct flights to Pisa

from many regional airports – ask

us for options.

• Group transfers from Pisa Airport**


at one of our Tuscan villas

• 5 cookery lessons with our

Italian chef

• Experienced host throughout

your stay


• Visits to local towns, eg Siena

& Arezzo

• 2 meals at local restaurants






person.



if booking your own flights.

Type From To

2017

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 29th April Saturday 6th May

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 6th May Saturday 13th May



7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 3rd June Saturday 10th June

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 10th June Saturday 17th June


7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 24th June Saturday 1st July

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 19th August Saturday 26th August

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 26th August Saturday 2nd September

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 2nd September Saturday 9th September

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 9th September Saturday 16th September

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 16th September Saturday 23rd September

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 23rd September Saturday 30th September

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 30th September Saturday 7th October

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 7th October Saturday 14th October

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AMALFIWeek holidaysFrom £1599 per person / no single supplement

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The Amalfi coast is one of Italy’s top destinations and we are sure it’s going

to become a firm favourite with Flavours guests. Stretching about 50 km

along the southern side of the Sorrentine Penninsula, the Amalfi coast has

the most breathtaking scenery; cliffs terraced with lemon groves, white

washed villas clinging to the unforgiving slopes and the views are to

die for.

Amalfi has a reputation for great food whether its San Marzano tomatoes straight off the vine or the enormous and intensely aromatic lemons - perfect for making the famous limoncello. During the week-long holiday you will also get the chance to visit an artisan fior di latte (mozzarella cheese) producer too.

Dishes you will sample include: pasticciotti (pastry tart oozing with lemon custard- best eaten with a strong Neopolitan coffee) , tonati e patate (calamari), spaghetti al limone, ricci e peperoncini (typical handmade pasta with fresh tomato & chilli sauce), marinated anchovies, fresh local seafood including parpandalo shrimps, prawns, clams and fish baked on lemon leaves.

VENUES

Our Amalfi villas have all been hand-picked for their stunning locations on the sea front: picture towering cliff-top villas looking out over the spectacular views of the Amalfi coast. All of our Amalfi villas come with private pools and ample space to catch some sun, with a glass of bubbly in hand, after the day’s lesson.

AMALFI

AMALFI

TUSCANY

EMILIA-ROMAGNA

TRENTIO-ALTO ADIGE

FRIULI-VENEZIA

GIULA

VALLED’AOSTA

PIEMONT

PUGLIA

CAMPANIA

MOLISE

ABRUZZO

BASILICATA

CALABRIA

SICILY

LIGURIA

VENTOLOMBARDY

MARCHE

UMBRIA

SARDEGNA

LAZIO

Bolzano

Verona Venice

Sassari

Cagliari

Palermo

Catania

Messina

Trieste

Torin

Milan

PisaFlorence

Siena

Arezzo

AmalfiSorrento

Naples

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Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Naples Airport (1 hour 30 mins) and take you to the villa for welcome drinks on the terrace followed by dinner prepared by our local chef.

Day 2 After breakfast you will have your first cookery lesson with the chef, enjoying the results for lunch. The afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish. Dinner is prepared for you at the villa.

Day 3 Enjoy your second hands-on cookery lesson this morning after breakfast and then lunch. In the afternoon, explore Ravello, a local town where you will be given the opportunity to sightsee, shop or have a wander around its ancient streets. Return to the villa for dinner prepared by your chef.

Day 4 Another cookery lesson this morning and then lunch. The afternoon is yours to relax by the pool or enjoy the breathtaking views of the Amalfi Coast landscape. Dinner tonight is at the villa.

Day 5 After breakfast you will make your way to Sorrento to explore the local area. Transfer to Positano late morning, where you will have lunch at a local trattoria. The rest of the afternoon is yours to discover more of Positano’s charm. Dinner tonight is at the villa.

Day 6 This morning is your fourth cookery lesson, followed by lunch. Spend the afternoon in the villa, relaxing and unwinding with your fellow guests. Dinner will be served at the villa by your chef.

Day 7 After breakfast, enjoy your final full cookery lesson and lunch. Your last afternoon will be spent relaxing in the villa, with a pizza making lesson in the evening before a special farewell dinner.

Day 8 After breakfast and some time to relax, our transfer will collect you and take you back to Naples Airport for your flight home.



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Example Itinerary

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Price £1599 per personno single supplement

Price includes:

AMALFI COOKING WEEK

• £100 towards your flight costs*. We can provide flight options for you, please just ask

• Group transfers from Naples airport**


• 5 cookery lessons with our Italian chef

• Experienced host throughout your stay

• Visits as per itinerary including Ravello and Positano

• All meals and wine throughout

• Transport throughout in private minibus




person.



Type From To

2017

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 15th April Saturday 22nd April

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 22nd April Saturday 29th April

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 29th April Saturday 6th May







7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 14th October Saturday 21st October

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 21st October Saturday 28th October

“ Cooking with Chef Sunshine Manitto was the best part of the journey. He was fantastic and a joy to cook with!” Linda, Amalfi Cookery week

34 FLAVOURS 2017

SICILYWeek holidays From £1599 per person / no single supplement

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Sun, sea, sand – and a hint of the exotic: Sicily teeters on the edge of Europe

and its flavours are tinged with the culinary heritage of North Africa. Moorish

invaders introduced spices such as cloves, cinnamon, nutmeg and saffron

along with citrus fruits to the island. The Byzantines, Romans, Greeks and

Spanish also left their mark on the architecture and cuisine.

We base ourselves in Sicily’s south-east surrounded by the crumbling grandeur of historical sites such as Siracusa’s Greek Theatre, and the Baroque towns of Noto and Ragusa – and within easy reach of some of the region’s best local produce. Nearby Avola produces almonds, Ragusa wine and Caciocavallo cheese and Pachino, sweet ripe cherry tomatoes. Fresh fish is, of course, a highlight of this Mediterranean island: think grilled swordfish, tuna and anchovies along with regional specialities such as arancini and aubergine parmigiana. Then, there’s sheep’s milk ricotta – which is also used to make one of Sicily’s signature sweets – Cannoli. The island is famous for its sweets: cassata is a delicious ice cream dish, while granita, a semi-frozen dessert, was invented in Sicily.

VENUE

Our home in Sicily is a gorgeous old 19th-century farmhouse (Masseria) on a private estate. Surrounded by lovely gardens and a fabulous pool, it’s the perfect place to kick back and relax after a morning in the kitchen to enjoy a pre-dinner Prosecco.

SICILY

SICILY

TUSCANY

EMILIA-ROMAGNA

TRENTIO-ALTO ADIGE

FRIULI-VENEZIA

GIULA

VALLED’AOSTA

PIEMONT

PUGLIA

CAMPANIA

MOLISE

ABRUZZO

BASILICATA

CALABRIA

SICILY

LIGURIA

VENTOLOMBARDY

MARCHE

UMBRIA

SARDEGNA

LAZIO

Bolzano

Verona Venice

Sassari

Cagliari

Trieste

Torin

Milan

PisaFlorence

Siena

Arezzo

AmalfiSorrento

PompeiNaples

Catania

Siracusa

ModicaRagusa

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Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Catania Airport and take you to the villa where you can enjoy welcome drinks and dinner prepared by our local chef.

Day 2 After breakfast, your first cookery lesson with our local chef, followed by lunch. You are free in the afternoon to relax at the beautiful Villa Aragonese. Dinner is served at the villa.

Day 3 You will enjoy a private tour, lunch, and wine-tasting at a local vineyard. In the late afternoon your second hands-on cookery lesson, followed by dinner.

Day 4 Visit the coastal town of Siracusa and have lunch. Travel to Noto to taste local ice cream at a classic Gelateria. Tonight’s dinner will be at Villa Aragonese.

Day 5 After breakfast, enjoy another hands-on cookery lesson and lunch at the villa. This afternoon is free to relax by the pool. Dinner this evening is at the villa.

Day 6 Another cookery lesson in the morning before heading to Modica, to taste its famous chocolate. The afternoon will be spent exploring the stunning town of Ragusa and have an evening meal at our favourite local restaurant.

Day 7 Following breakfast, a cookery lesson and lunch you will be free to relax for the afternoon at the villa by the pool. In the evening, we will enjoy our final meal at the villa.

Day 8 After breakfast, the morning to relax. Depending on travel times, we may take the opportunity to stop off and explore Catania before your flight home.

Please note the itinerary is subject to change depending on


Example Itinerary


Price includes:

SICILY COOKING WEEK

• £100 towards your flight costs*. There are direct flights to Catania from Gatwick, Luton and Manchester. Ask us for regional connections

• Group transfers from Catania Airport**

• Private, en-suite accommodation at our Sicilian villa

• 5 cookery lessons with our Italian chef and an experienced host throughout your stay

• Visits to local towns, eg. Modica, Siracusa and Ragusa








person.



Type From To

2017

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 23rd April Sunday 30th April

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 30th April Sunday 7th May

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 7th May Sunday 14th May

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 14th May Sunday 21st May

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 21st May Sunday 28th May

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 4th June Sunday 11th June



7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 25th June Sunday 2nd July

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 2nd July Sunday 9th July

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 20th August Sunday 27th August

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 27th August Sunday 3rd September

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 3rd August Sunday 10th September

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 10th September Sunday 17th September


7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 24th September Sunday 1st October

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 1st October Sunday 8th October

“ Isabella (hostess) and Carla (chef) - they were absolutely outstanding, so much fun and incredibly helpful and considerate.” Margaret, Sicily Cooking week

38 FLAVOURS 2017

PUGLIAWeek holidays From £1599 per person / no single supplement

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TUSCANY

EMILIA-ROMAGNA

TRENTIO-ALTO ADIGE

FRIULI-VENEZIA

GIULA

VALLED’AOSTA

PIEMONT

PUGLIA

CAMPANIA

MOLISE

ABRUZZO

BASILICATA

CALABRIA

SICILY

LIGURIA

VENTOLOMBARDY

MARCHE

UMBRIA

SARDEGNA

LAZIO

Bolzano

Verona Venice

Sassari

Cagliari

Palermo

Catania

Messina

Trieste

Torin

Milan

PisaFlorence

Siena

Arezzo

Lecce

OtrantoGallipoli

Brindisi

Nicknamed the heel of Italy, Puglia’s cuisine has been influenced over the

centuries by its neighbours and invaders. The Greeks left their mark with

fragrant, herb-infused lamb, spit-roasted over a crackling fire.

This sun-baked land is scattered with fortified castles and whitewashed trulli, Puglia’s distinctive conical shaped dwellings, and carpeted with a silvery sea of olive groves. It also has an incredibly rich natural larder. The area produces most of the country’s extra virgin olive oil, full-bodied wines and is famous for its intensely flavoured olives, almonds and figs. Other local specialities include orecchiette, an ear-shaped pasta, seafood risotto, fave beans (which are dried and made into a paste) and burrata, a creamy cheese similar to mozzarella.

Sights to savour along with the turquoise sea and long sandy beaches are, the 13th century Swabian castle, the city of Lecce’s glorious Baroque churches, a legacy from the Spanish, and the cathedral in Otranto’s amazing mosaic floor, the work of a 12th-century monk.

VENUE

Casino Pisanelli is a lovingly restored 17th-century hunting lodge in rural Salento which has been converted into a luxurious country retreat. Think formal gardens, a picturesque pool, and shady courtyards planted with lemon and orange trees – perfect for delicious meals al fresco.

PUGLIA

PUGLIA

40 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Brindisi Airport and take you to the villa for welcome drinks and time to relax before dinner prepared by our local chef.

Day 2 After breakfast, your will have your first cookery lesson with our lovely local chef Antonio, followed by lunch. In the afternoon, a visit to Santa Maria di Leuca (at the very tip of the Salentine Peninsula, where the Ionian and Adriatic Seas meet). Enjoy an aperitivo before dinner at the villa.

Day 3 After breakfast your second hands-on cookery lesson followed by lunch. Afternoon is free to relax by the swimming pool or take a cycle ride to a nearby village. Dinner at the villa.

Day 4 Leave after breakfast for shopping and sight-seeing in Lecce, the ‘Florence of the South.’ Lunch is at a local trattoria. Drive to Otranto situated by the sea, and visit the famous cathedral. Return late afternoon for dinner.

Day 5 This morning, another cooking lesson with Antonio, followed by lunch. In the afternoon enjoy a private wine tasting at a local winery. Dinner at the villa tonight.

Day 6 After breakfast, a cooking lesson followed by lunch. Late afternoon visit Gallipoli and wander around the old town. Dinner at an excellent local fish restaurant.

Day 7 Enjoy your final cookery lesson this morning and then lunch. The afternoon is free to sunbathe or relax. A farewell dinner will be prepared for you.

Day 8 After breakfast your transfer will collect you and return you to the airport.

Please note the itinerary is subject to change depending

on the weather and allowing for the Italian ways!

Example Itinerary


Price includes:

PUGLIA COOKING WEEK

• £100 towards your flight costs*. Direct flights to Brindisi. Ask us for regional connections

• Group transfers from Brindisi Airport**

• Private, en-suite accommodation at our Puglian villa



• Visits to local towns such as Lecce, Otranto, Santa Maria di Leuca





* *Flights can be arranged for you,



person.

** Provided you are able to meet them.

Please ask for transfer times

Type From To

2017







7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 23rd September Saturday 30th September



“ Cookery lessons fabulous, chef Antonia lovely, location amazing the lodge was just beautiful, host Isabella really welcoming, fun and adapted the week to meet our needs and other guests.”

Amy, Puglia Cookery week

42 FLAVOURS 2017

VENETOWeek holidays From £1599 per person / no single supplement

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VENETOThe Veneto region, like countless other Italian regions, has its own food

specialities. A visit to this north-eastern area of the country offers a

wonderful opportunity to explore the culinary traditions of the region.

The number of stunning cities and towns in this area is huge, and includes

the unforgettable Venice, beautiful Treviso and Conegliano (the home of

prosecco!).

Obviously due to the proximity of the sea, there is a large selection of seafood dishes to choose from. Not only is the lagoon known for its fresh sea water dishes, there is also an interesting number of inland fresh fish dishes. Preserving fish by either marinating them or keeping them in salt is a very common ancient technique that still continues to this day. No visit to the Veneto is complete without tasting baccala – salted cod prepared with cream, parsley and garlic or one of the staples, polenta (originally known as cucina povera). One of the most famous specialities of this region is Risi e Bisi. This hearty dish consists of creamy risotto and pancetta – buono!

VENUES

Our villas in the Veneto have been chosen for their ample grounds, spacious rooms and stunning views. They really give you a feel for the authentic Veneto, surrounded by green meadows and rows of Prosecco vines. Equipped with plenty of outdoor space (and even a special natural pool at one villa), these locations provide our guests with the perfect base from which to explore the Veneto region, or to enjoy the peace of the Italian countryside.

VENETO

VeniceMarco Polo

Treviso

Conegliano

44 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Benvenuti! Welcome to the Veneto! Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Marco Polo Airport upon arrival. Once you arrive at the villa, you can settle in, meet your host and enjoy welcome drinks. Dinner tonight will be prepared by your chef.

Day 2 After breakfast, you will have your first hands-on cookery lesson with the chef, followed by lunch. You’ll have the afternoon to relax and enjoy the villa surroundings before dinner at the villa.

Day 3 Following breakfast, our transfer will collect the group and take you to Venice. Here you will have the day at your leisure to wander around this stunning city you will enjoy lunch in a typical Bacaro. Whether you choose to explore the mysterious passageways by foot or float along the maze of canals, Venice offers an abundance of stunning architecture and breath-taking views. Later this afternoon, you will return to the villa for dinner.

Day 4 After breakfast you will go to Treviso and visit the fish market before travelling to a nearby vineyard for prosecco tasting and lunch. Later this afternoon you will return to the villa for another hands-on cookery lesson with the chef, followed by dinner.

Day 5 After breakfast you will have your third cookery lesson with the chef, followed by lunch. Later this afternoon you’ll have time to relax at the villa before dinner at the villa.

Day 6 Another cookery lesson after breakfast, with time to relax before lunch. Later this afternoon you will visit the beautiful town of Conegliano. Here you will spend some time sight-seeing before dinner in our favourite local osteria.

Day 7 After breakfast you have your final cookery lesson and lunch. Enjoy your last afternoon relaxing at the villa and in the evening a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.

Day 8 Our transfer will collect you after breakfast and take you back to Marco Polo Airport for your flight home. Arrivederci!



Example Itinerary


Price includes:

VENETO COOKING WEEK

• £100 towards your flight costs*. There are many direct flights to Venice – ask us about options.

• Group transfers from Venice-Marco Polo airport**



• Visits to Venice, Treviso and Conegliano


• All meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner) daily selection of wines

• Transport by waterboat and minibus




person.



Type From To

2017





“ The villa near Venice was absolutely beautiful. I also really enjoyed the excursions to Treviso, Venice and of course, the wine tasting!” Lindsey, Venice Cookery week

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PAINTINGWeek holidays£1599 per person / no single supplement

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What could be more idyllic than perching in front of an easel, paintbrush in

hand, as you attempt to capture the pastoral scene before you? The classic

landscapes, and almost translucent light, of Tuscany, Venice, Sicily, and

Amalfi provide inspiration for budding and accomplished artists alike. Add

in a variety of sightseeing excursions into the mix and some delicious Italian

food and wine, and you’ve got the recipe for a relaxing and enriching holiday.

“The holiday ticked all the right boxes – I had a completely stress-free break. There was no need to feel anxious about restaurant bills as the food and drink were entirely inclusive, even when we went out on day trips to Venice and Treviso. So, well done to Flavours.”

Jenny Eclair

PAINTINGHOLIDAYS

48 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Pisa Airport and take you to the villa for welcome drinks on the terrace followed by dinner.

Day 2 After breakfast you will have an introduction to watercolours, looking at basic techniques, different kinds of paper, brushes etc. Relax in the afternoon. Dinner is at the villa.

Day 3 Demonstration of landscape painting after breakfast, looking at different ways to apply watercolour and mixing media like pastel and coloured pencil. Following lunch, there will be an outing to use the techniques. Dinner is at the villa.

Day 4 Enjoy a day in Siena sight-seeing or shopping at leisure. Lunch will be at a trattoria in the centre. Before dinner, the tutor will discuss some examples of traditional and contemporary watercolour painting.

Day 5 After breakfast there will be a lesson in the elements of composition and colour. Lunch is on the terrace. The afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish. Dinner is at the villa.

Day 6 A chance today to try a larger and more ambitious work using the sketches and ideas accumulated so far. Following lunch, there is an afternoon visit to a local place of interest with an opportunity to sketch. Dinner is at a local restaurant.

Day 7 A leisurely morning to spend developing your work at the villa. For the rest of your last day, you are free to paint or relax by the pool. Dinner is at the villa with a group show of your paintings.

Day 8 After breakfast our transfer will take you back to Pisa Airport.



Italian ways!

Example Itinerary


Price includes:

• £100 towards your flight costs*. There are direct flights to Pisa from many regional airports – ask us about options.


• Private, en-suite accommodation at one of our Tuscan villas

• Experienced painting teacher on site throughout your stay

• 5 days painting tuition with various drawing excursions

• Visits to local towns, eg. Siena & Arezzo







person.



“Painting was brilliant, as Hugh was a great tutor and gave me lots of tips to improve my skills.”

Yvonne, Tuscany Painting week

TUSCANY PAINTING WEEK

Type From To

2017





7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 21st September Saturday 28th September

50 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Naples Airport and take you to the villa for welcome drinks on the terrace followed by dinner.

Day 2 After breakfast you will have an introduction to watercolour looking at basic techniques, different kinds of paper, brushes etc. Relax in the afternoon. Dinner is at the villa.

Day 3 Demonstration of landscape painting after breakfast, looking at different ways to apply watercolour and mixing media like pastel and coloured pencil. Following lunch, there will be an outing to Ravello using the techniques. Then a critique of the work so far, followed by dinner.

Day 4 Spend today at the villa developing your work, and relaxing by the pool and in the grounds. Dinner today is at the villa.

Day 5 Enjoy a morning in Sorrento for painting and sketching, before transferring to Positano. Lunch will be at a local restaurant in Positano. Spend the afternoon in this beautiful town, either sketching or taking the opportunity

to shop and sight-see. Before dinner, the tutor will discuss some examples of traditional and contemporary watercolour painting.

Day 6 After breakfast there will be a lesson in the elements of composition and colour. Lunch is on the terrace. After lunch, a chance to try a larger and more ambitious work using the sketches and ideas accumulated so far. Dinner is at the villa.

Day 7 A leisurely morning to spend developing your work at the villa. For the rest of your last day, you are free to paint or relax by the pool. Dinner is at the villa, followed by a group show of your paintings.

Day 8 After breakfast and some time to relax, our transfer will collect you and take you back to Naples Airport for your flight home.



Italian ways!

Example Itinerary

“ Great holiday organised by knowledgeable, caring and friendly people. Everything from booking to coming back home was just about as good as it could be. The staff in Italy were simply wonderful. I have booked a second trip!”

Feefo review

• £100 towards your flight costs*. There are direct flights to Naples from many regional airports – ask us about options.

• Group transfers from Naples Airport**

• Private, en-suite accommodation at one of our Amalfi villas



• Visits to Sorrento and Ravello






own flights please deduct £100

per person.



AMALFI PAINTING WEEK

Type From To

2017




7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 14th October Saturday 21st October


Price includes:

52 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Catania Airport and take you to the villa for welcome drinks followed by dinner prepared by our local chef.

Day 2 After breakfast you will have an introduction to watercolour looking at basic techniques, different kinds of paper, brushes etc. The afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish. Dinner is at the villa.

Day 3 Demonstration of landscape painting after breakfast, looking at different ways to apply watercolour and mixing media like pastel and coloured pencil. Following lunch an outing to use the techniques. Then a critique of the work so far, followed by dinner.

Day 4 After breakfast, a day to enjoy the local area. Visit the coastal town of Siracusa and have lunch. Travel to Noto to taste local ice cream at a classic Gelateria. Tonight’s dinner will be at Villa Aragonese.

Day 5 After breakfast there will be a lesson in the elements of composition and colour. Lunch on the terrace. The afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish. Dinner is at the villa.

Day 6 After breakfast there will be another lesson. The afternoon will be spent exploring the stunning town of Ragusa and have an evening meal at our favourite local restaurant.

Day 7 A leisurely morning to spend developing your work. You are then free to paint, relax by the pool or go walking. Dinner at the villa with a group show of your paintings.

Day 8 After breakfast our transfer will take you back to Catania Airport.

Please note the itinerary is subject to change depending on the weather and allowing for the Italian ways!

Example Itinerary

FLAVOURS 2017 53

SICILY PAINTING WEEK

Type From To

2017

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 7th May Sunday 14th May



7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 3rd September Sunday 10th September


7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 1st October Sunday 8th October

“ Hugh was the most amazing teacher, explaining what to do, how, why and demonstrating technique - brilliant!” Kathryn, Sicily Painting

• £100 towards your flight costs*.There are direct flights to Catania from Gatwick, Luton and Manchester. Ask us for regional connections


• Private, en-suite accommodation at one of our Sicilian villas









own flights please deduct £100

per person.




Price includes:

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Adrian Wiszniewski

For me teaching is a great way of

communicating with people. I always advise

my students to be as adaptable as possible as

you never know what you will find. You are on

holiday to experience Italy’s beautiful scenery

and culture, so don’t let it pass you by. I try to be as flexible as

possible in my teaching approach as I believe that there are no

right and wrongs in painting. Your artwork is yours and it is up to

you what inspires your creation and how you decide to use your

brush. Take time to try new things, explore the landscape and

your artistic skills.

Catherine SargeantI love enabling people to look and see before

translating into paintings: the rhythms of the

landscape; the textures of the stone buildings;

the colours of the delicious foods, wines and

more. During the lessons I demonstrate ways

to use watercolour paints freely and how to incorporate mixed

media, encouraging loose vibrant paintings. I give individual

tuition throughout the week, so both beginners and experienced

artists can expand their painting skills.

Robert Nelmes

Leeds born Robert Nelmes studied drawing

and painting at Edinburgh College of Art.

Since then, he has worked as a successful

illustrator whilst also exhibiting and

completing commissioned work. Robert

moved to the Isle of Skye at aged 16, which provided inspiration

to begin landscape painting in oil and watercolour. He has worked

with many diverse clients over the past 25 years such as The

National Trust for Scotland, Historic Scotland and RBS.

“My work shows my preoccupation with capturing reality; using

light, shade, and colour. Throw in some expression and a touch of

flare and you’ll soon discover why I find painting so addictive and

fulfilling. My goal when teaching is to share all of this so you can

discover it for yourself in a fun and relaxed way.”

Hugh Tuckerman

Hugh is a graduate of Edinburgh College of

Art where he studied Drawing and Painting.

He has 30+ years of teaching experience in

various secondary schools in Scotland’s central

belt, teaching art and design to both school

pupils and to adults. He is now a full time artist working in a range

of media; watercolour, acrylic and oil painting plus printmaking

and photography. He exhibits nationally with work in a number of

private collections.

I will guide you through the week, offering advice and tuition

in order to improve your technique, understanding and increase

your passion for painting. I concentrate on adapting my teaching

to the abilities and experience of each individual. I believe it

is important guests enjoy their holiday while developing their

painting skills. One of my mantras is “it is only a piece of paper”.

Michael Gahagan

I passionately believe that we can all draw!

As an artist and professionally qualified life

coach, my aim is to combine my artistic and

coaching skills to help participants enjoy art

and develop at a pace that suits their own

level. The format of the each course is informal and supportive

and is designed to improve confidence, build artistic skills and

encourage each participant’s individual artistic development.

Alan McGowan

Alan studied at Edinburgh College of Art

and has since worked as a professional artist

and teacher. He has nearly 25 years teaching

experience in art schools and colleges and

has taught at Edinburgh College of Art, The

National Portrait Gallery (London) and West Dean College in

Sussex. He was a semi-finalist in SKY Arts Portrait Artist of the

Year 2015 and his work has appeared in the BP Portrait Awards

at the National Portrait Gallery and regularly at the Royal Scottish

Academy.

Alan specialises in drawing and painting landscapes and figures

emphasising colour and freedom of expression. His works are

produced in varied materials such as inks, acrylics, watercolours,

pastels and oils, which he has exhibited throughout the UK and

internationally.

PAINTING TEACHERS

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Catherine Crompton

Catherine discovered Pilates after being

diagnosed with a prolapsed disc, and the

prognosis was either surgery or exercise. She

chose the latter to rehabilitate herself with the

gentle help of Pilates exercises. After living

with back pain for many years, she decided to train to become a

Pilates teacher, knowing that the method really could help with

many types of medical conditions. Having lived in Italy, teaching

there is the perfect scenario for Catherine, combining two of her

great loves, Italy and Pilates.

“There’s nothing better than telling my clients to float their arms

up to the bright blue sky and really meaning it.”

Jyoti Sigouin

Jyoti first discovered the Pilates method 14

years ago, looking for an alternative to the

gym. She quickly discovered that Pilates

helped create a strong and supple body, a

balanced mind whist being both energising

and calming. Jyoti qualified as an instructor

with Body Control Pilates in 2008.

“We’ll start off the week quite gently, taking time to focus on your

body, breathing and relaxation. As the week progresses and all

those niggly aches, pains and tight muscles release, we’ll start

building up strength and stamina, working on increasing flexibility,

coordination and balance.”

Diane Parrilla

Diane formally trained with the Royal Ballet

School in London. After an injury in 2002,

she trained to become a qualified Body

Control Pilates instructor and since then has

continuously developed her training.

“The great thing about a Pilates holiday is that it’s not just about

Pilates. Besides high quality lessons, you will have the opportunity

to see beautiful sights and learn how to cook fabulous Italian

food.”

Vanessa Hedge

Since qualifying in 2008, Vanessa has

taken Pilates courses in lower back pain,

Osteoporosis, Intermediate and Advanced

mat, and Ante/ Post natal Pilates. She is

trained to use equipment such as the small

ball, toning circle and the foam roller.

“Pilates really is for everyone, whether you are recovering from

an injury or want to improve your posture, flexibility or strengthen

your core muscles. I have the pleasure of working with clients

who range in ability and age- from 12 years old to 88 years old -

making my job incredibly varied.”

Janine Quirk

Janine has been a qualified Body Control

Pilates instructor for 20 years. She was one

of the first Supervising teachers, helping

newly qualified teachers hone their teaching

practices.

“I love teaching Pilates on a Flavours Holiday, as it gives me such

an advantage. Not only do I get to teach my students in the

morning and most evenings, but I get to have fun with them all

week. This, coupled with their 1:1 session, gives me more ways to

help them improve their posture and functional movement. In a

relaxed environment, it is easy to introduce bodies and minds to

new ways of ‘being’.”

Rosalind Hoyes

Rosalind stumbled upon Pilates back in 2002

after getting her youngest child off to school.

She joined a local class to find out what all the

fuss was about.

Since qualifying with Body Control in 2004, Rosalind has

taught in a variety of situations. After running a studio in

Northamptonshire for many years, she now teaches private

clients and thoroughly enjoys her work with Flavours Holidays.

“Having the opportunity to get to know the guests in such a

relaxed environment, watching them steadily progress with the

benefit of daily practice and tuition is an absolute joy as a Pilates

teacher.”

PILATES TEACHERS

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PILATESWeek holidays£1599 per person / no single supplement

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Toned and trim – not how you imagine returning from an Italian holiday?

That’s one of the reasons our trips are so popular. It’s the perfect balance between healthiness and indulgence. With exercise classes and mouth-watering al fresco meals the emphasis is firmly on group fun. Whether you opt for the sun-drenched island of Sicily, the rolling countryside of Tuscany, or Puglia as the backdrop for your Pilates holiday, you’ll get a real taste of la dolce vita.

“The lessons were great – they were targeted at our level of ability but also challenged us! The one on one session was fantastic. It was great to have such an intensive course, and doing Pilates outside under a Tuscan sun was always going to make it extra special! Being so active meant I didn’t feel too bad about eating all the wonderful food!”

Trudy

PILATESHOLIDAYS

60 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Pisa Airport and take you to the villa for welcome drinks on the terrace followed by dinner prepared by our local chef.

Day 2 Energizing morning Pilates lesson to start the day. After breakfast, you will have a cookery lesson followed by lunch. The afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish, with another Pilates lesson in the evening before dinner.

Day 3 Start the day with another Pilates lesson and breakfast. After breakfast, travel to Rapolano Terme, a local thermal bath for a morning of rehabilitation and relaxation. Lunch is on the terrace, followed by an evening Pilates lesson before dinner.

Day 4 Energizing Pilates before breakfast, a day to enjoy medieval Siena. Enjoy a day sight-seeing or shopping at leisure. Lunch will be at a trattoria. Return to villa late afternoon for dinner.

Day 5 Start the day with a Pilates lesson and breakfast. You will be free to relax at the villa by the pool or take a walk through the countryside. There will be another lesson in the evening before dinner. Possibility of individual Pilates tuition depending on numbers.

Day 6 After Pilates and breakfast you have another cookery lesson with the chef, followed by lunch. An afternoon in Arezzo with dinner at a local trattoria.

Day 7 After our morning Pilates lesson, you can relax at the villa before lunch. Enjoy your afternoon relaxing at the villa, then have your final Pilates lesson. In the evening, a farewell dinner will be prepared for you.

Day 8 After breakfast, transfer back to the airport, return home relaxed and rejuvenated!



Italian ways!

Example Itinerary


Price includes:



• Private, en-suite accommodation at one of our private villas

• Experienced fully qualified Body Control Pilates teacher

• Daily Pilates lessons

• Exercise programme to take home

• 2 cookery lessons with our Italian chef (optional)

• Host throughout your stay

• Visits as per itinerary including day trips to Siena, Arezzo, and Rapolano Terme thermal baths.






person.



“ I loved everything!!!! Back to work today and everyone says I look so much better. I finally managed to rest and relax, have a good sleep and it has made a positive difference to my normally challenging life. Thank you so much!”

Sarah, Tuscany Pilates week

TUSCANY PILATES WEEK

Type From To

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62 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Brindisi Airport and take you to the beautiful Casino Pisanelli where you can enjoy welcome drinks and time to relax before dinner prepared by our local chef.

Day 2 Begin the day with energising morning Pilates, followed by breakfast. After breakfast, your first cookery lesson is with our lovely local chef Antonio, followed by lunch. In the afternoon, there is a visit to Santa Maria di Leuca (at the very tip of the Salento Peninsula where the Ionian and Adriatic Seas meet). Enjoy an aperitivo before returning for dinner at Casino Pisanelli.

Day 3 Enjoy your second Pilates lesson followed by breakfast and lunch. The afternoon is free to relax by the swimming pool or take a bicycle to a nearby village. Dinner is at Casino Pisanelli.

Day 4 Energizing pilates before breakfast. Leave after breakfast for a day sight-seeing, to Lecce, the ‘Florence of the South.’ Time for shopping before lunch at a local trattoria. Drive to Otranto, with the chance to visit the famous cathedral. Return for dinner at Casino Pisanelli.

Day 5 Pilates lesson before breakfast and then lunch. In the afternoonrelax in the villa, take advantage of the swimming pool and have someone with your instructor before your evening Pilates lesson. Dinner will take place at the villa this evening.

Day 6 Another Pilates lesson this morning and your second hands-on cooking lesson. In the afternoon, there is a visit to Gallipoli and the chance to wander around the old town. Dinner is at an excellent local fish restaurant.

Day 7 Enjoy your final Pilates lesson this morning and then lunch. Afternoon free to sunbathe or relax. Farewell dinner at Casino Pisanelli this evening.

Day 8 Depart early for your flight home.



Italian ways.

Example Itinerary

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Price includes:

• £100 towards your flight costs*. Direct flights to Brindisi are from Stansted Airport

• Group airport transfers**

• Private, en-suite accommodation at the stunning Casino Pisanelli, with pool

• Daily Pilates lessons


• Host throughout your stay

• Visits as per itinerary including Gallipoli, Lecce, Otranto and Santa Maria di Leuca


• Transport by private minibus




person.



“Excellent food and wine, Pilates lessons and staff. Villas are set in beautiful countryside and you feel more like a local than a tourist” Feefo Review

PUGLIA PILATES WEEK

Type From To

2017


7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 1st July Saturday 8th July

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 8th July Saturday 15th July

7 Nights / 8 Days Saturday 19th August Saturday 26th August


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Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Catania Airport and take you to the villa where you can enjoy welcome drinks and dinner.

Day 2 Energizing Pilates lesson to start the day. After breakfast, you will have an optional cookery lesson followed by lunch. Enjoy the afternoon as you wish, with another Pilates lesson in the evening before dinner.

Day 3 Pilates lesson before breakfast. This afternoon enjoy a private tour, lunch and wine tasting at a local vineyard. In the late afternoon enjoy your fourth Pilates lesson followed by dinner at the villa.

Day 4 Energizing pilates before breakfast. Today we visit the town of Siracusa where we will have lunch. We then travel to Noto to taste local ice cream at a classic Gelateria. Tonight’s dinner will be at Villa Aragonese.

Day 5 Start the day with a Pilates lesson and breakfast. You will be free to relax at the villa by the pool or take a walk through the countryside. There will be another lesson in the evening before a meal at the villa. Possibility of individual Pilates tuition depending on numbers.

Day 6 After our morning Pilates lesson we head to Modica, where you will be treated to chocolate tasting with a local producer. The afternoon will be spent exploring the stunning town of Ragusa, where we will have an evening meal at a local restaurant.

Day 7 After our morning Pilates lesson, you can relax before lunch. Afternoon at the villa with time to discuss your exercise programme with the teacher. Farewell dinner at the villa.

Day 8 Final Pilates lesson this morning. Lunch at the villa before a late afternoon transfer back to the airport.



Example Itinerary


Price includes:

• £100 towards your flight costs*.There are direct flights to Catania from Gatwick, Luton and Manchester. Ask us for regional connections


• Private, en-suite accommodation at our Sicilian Villa

• Pilates lessons daily and exercise programme to take home









person.



SICILY PILATES WEEK

Type From To

2017

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 14th May Sunday 21st May


7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 25th June Sunday 2nd July

7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 20th August Sunday 27th August


7 Nights / 8 Days Sunday 24th September Sunday 1st October

“Both Pilates and the local staff were amazing. Great energy and interesting people - nothing was too much trouble”

Lynne, Sicily Pilates week

66 FLAVOURS 2017

ITALIAN LANGUAGEWeek holidays£1599 per person / no single supplement

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There really is no better place to learn Italian than in Italy. What could be more

inspiring than being surrounded by the sights and sounds of real Italy?

In collaboration with the Italian Language Institute we provide experienced foreign language tuition for guests in Tuscany and Amalfi. There are endless benefits to learning a language abroad and it has been proven that immersing yourself in the native culture is the best method for improving your language. By learning from native speakers in Italy, guests will have the opportunity to practice what they learn in everyday contexts. Sharing fun moments with your fellow language students and seeing new places while you learn makes our language holidays a unique learning experience.

“The teacher coped very well with the different levels of our knowledge of Italian. She is a very good teacher and has improved my self-confidence in speaking Italian enormously.”

ITALIAN LANGUAGEHOLIDAYS

Daniela

68 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Welcome to Tuscany. Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Pisa airport and take you to the villa where you can settle in. Dinner this evening is at the villa, prepared by your chef.

Day 2 After breakfast you will have your first Italian lesson, followed by lunch at the villa. In the afternoon, you will have your second Italian lesson followed by an aperitivo chat session before dinner.

Day 3 After breakfast, enjoy a lesson with your Italian tutor, at the villa before lunch, followed by another lesson. Late afternoon you will visit a local winery for a private wine tasting and return for dinner.

Day 4 After breakfast, enjoy a day in Florence, sight-seeing or shopping at leisure. Lunch will be at a trattoria in central Florence. Return to the villa late afternoon for dinner.

Day 5 After breakfast, you will have some time to relax at the villa before your Italian lesson, followed by lunch at the villa. Another lesson in the afternoon followed by time to relax. This evening you will have an aperitivo chat session, followed by dinner later in the evening.

Day 6 This morning after breakfast you will have your lesson, followed by some free time. Lunch will be prepared by your chef at the villa. The afternoon will be spent in the medieval town of Arezzo with a chance to explore and do some shopping before dinner at a local restaurant.

Day 7 Breakfast will be followed by your first lesson of the day. Lunch will be prepared by your chef at the villa. Enjoy a final lesson in the afternoon before a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.

Day 8 After breakfast you will have some time to pack before our transfer will take you back to Pisa Airport for your flight home. Arrivederci!

Please note the itinerary is an example and is subject to change depending on the weather and allowing for the Italian ways.

Example Itinerary

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Price includes:




• Experienced Italian language teacher throughout your stay

• Daily language lessons

• Visits to local towns, eg Florence and Lucca


• All meals and local wine


• Your own Flavours chef preparing meals for you




person.



“Great lessons, food, inclusive drinks, great visits, door to door minibus, superb location. Everyone was very friendly and the chef, Alessio, was very easy on the eye!” Joy, Tuscany Language week

TUSCANY LANGUAGE COURSE

Type From To

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70 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Benvenuti! Welcome to Amalfi! Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Naples Airport and take you to the villa, where you will be greeted by welcome drinks and have a chance to get to know your fellow guests. Dinner this evening is at the villa, prepared by your chef.

Day 2 After breakfast you will have your first Italian lesson, followed by lunch at the villa. In the afternoon, enjoy a trip to Ravello with time for sight-seeing and an Italian aperitivo before returning to the villa for dinner.

Day 3 Your third lesson with your Italian tutor will take place this morning, followed by lunch. The afternoon is yours to relax by the pool or enjoy the breathtaking view of the Amalfi Coast landscape. Dinner tonight is at the villa.

Day 4 After breakfast, enjoy a lesson with your Italian tutor. Lunch will be prepared by your chef, followed by another lesson. Enjoy some free time late afternoon to relax around the villa with your fellow guests. Dinner is at the villa tonight.

Day 5 After breakfast, enjoy a morning exploring Sorrento and practising some of your new Italian skills on the locals! Transfer to Positano for lunch, with a chance to shop and sight-see before heading back to the villa for dinner.

Day 6 This morning after breakfast you will have your lesson, followed by some free time. Lunch will be prepared by your chef at the villa. Another lesson in the afternoon, followed by some more free time and dinner.

Day 7 After breakfast, you will have another Italian lesson, followed by lunch. You will have some time to relax at the villa before your second Italian lesson of the day. This evening, you will have another aperitivo chat session, followed a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.

Day 8 After breakfast, you will have some time to pack before our transfer will collect you and take you back to Naples Airport for your flight home. Arrivederci!



Italian ways!

Example Itinerary


Price includes:

• £100 towards your flight costs*. There are direct flights to Naples from many regional airports – ask us about options.

• Group transfers from Naples Airport**


• Experienced Italian language teacher throughout your stay

• Daily Italian language lessons

• Visits to local towns as per itinerary

• All meals and local wine, plus 2 meals at local restaurants






person.



AMALFI LANGUAGE COURSE

Type From To

2017


“One language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along the way” Charles

72 FLAVOURS 2017

PHOTOGRAPHYWeek holidays£1599 per person / no single supplement

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Are you guilty of leaving your digital camera on automatic mode? Do you

want to get more from your camera? A Flavours photography holiday is the

ideal opportunity to learn how to improve your photography skills while

relaxing in the Italian countryside.

Tuscany is the setting for our photography holidays. Where better to capture sweeping vistas from hilltop towns than in this iconic region of Italy. Walk the streets of medieval towns and visit local vineyards documenting your holiday through the lens of your camera. Create your own portfolio of professional photographs that you can be proud of.

“ I am really looking forward to the guests having the opportunity to capture iconic ‘Tuscan picture-postcard’ landscape shots.” Matt, photography tutor

PHOTOGRAPHYHOLIDAYS

74 FLAVOURS 2017

Day 1 Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Pisa Airport and take you to the villa for welcome drinks on the terrace followed by dinner and an introductory talk with your photography tutor.

Day 2 After breakfast you will have your first photography session to ease you into the week followed by lunch. After lunch, you will be set a small project to complete around the villa. Mingle with your fellow photographers over a glass of Prosecco, before dinner.

Day 3 Your second photography lesson will take place after breakfast. Following lunch, there will be an outing to use the techniques learned from todays lesson. Upon your return, dinner will be prepared by the chef.

Day 4 Today’s lesson will focus on photographing local produce and the dishes prepared by the chef for lunch. After delicious lunch, the afternoon is free to enjoy as you wish and dinner will be prepared for you at the villa.

Day 5 After breakfast, the group will head to Siena for market day. Siena will provide the group with endless opportunities to capture amazing photos. Lunch will be at a local restaurant in Siena, followed by a photography assignment in the city before heading back to the villa for dinner.

Day 6 Immerse yourself in another photography lesson followed by lunch at the villa. In the afternoon, the group will visit the Crete Senesi area of Tuscany, where you will have the chance to capture your own piece of classic Tuscan landscape.

Day 7 Your final lesson at the villa will be followed by lunch and a free afternoon to relax and enjoy the end of your holiday. In the evening before dinner, the group will share their best photos from the week. A special farewell dinner will follow prepared by the chef.

Day 8 After breakfast, our transfer will take you back to Pisa Airport.



Italian ways!

Example Itinerary


Price includes:

• £100 towards your flight costs*.There are direct flights to Pisa from many regional airports - ask us about options



• Experienced photography teacher on site

• Daily photography lessons

• Visits to local towns, eg Siena & Arezzo


• All meals and local wine






person.



TUSCANY PHOTOGRAPHY WEEK

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“ I want to help each student learn, improve and really conquer any technique that they have been unable to nail in the past.” Matt, our photography tutor

76 FLAVOURS 2017

“Simonetta and Sunshine were the best hosts and

they made us feel extremely welcome right from

the word go. They tuned into our needs and made

sure that everyone in the group had a great time.”

Gillian

“As a single traveller I was immediately put at

ease and did not have to worry about anything.

Luca, Alessio and Jess were wonderful - nothing

was ever too much for them, therefore making the

holiday memorable.”

Patricia

“It was genuinely perfect and we had the best

holiday ever”

Jonathan

TESTIMONIALS

“My Flavours Holiday was the best I have been on.

It was great value for money and the location, villa,

food, wine and pilates were excellent!! Giulia was the

most fabulous host and Janine was the best Pilates

teacher I have ever had!”

Alice

“I loved every minute! The Pilates studio was

absolutely fabulous and Diane pitched the classes

perfectly... I came back refreshed and full of energy!”

Julia

“Livia is a treasure. She is a fabulous cook and

cooking teacher and always puts the guests’

comfort and happiness first.”

Gabi

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After booking you will receive written confirmation from us. Full payment is required 2 months before the holiday departure date.

Your holiday documents will be sent 2 weeks prior to departure, and will include everything you need for the holiday.

Availability can be checked on our website at www.flavoursholidays.co.uk

Call us on +44 (0) 131 343 2500 for

availability, and with any questions you

have. We can give you all the information

you need and are happy to help. You can

book over the phone with us or online at

www.flavoursholidays.co.uk.

The deposit to confirm your holiday is 40%. This can be paid by debit card, bank transfer, or cheque with no fee from us. You can also pay by Visa or Mastercard for a 2% fee, or by Amex for a 3% fee.

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Terms and Conditions

FLAVOURS OF ITALY LTD


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1. All arrangements are made subject to the following terms and

conditions. When you make a booking with ‘Flavours of Italy Ltd’ you

undertake that you have the authority to accept and do accept these

booking conditions on behalf of yourself and your party. A contract will

exist upon our accepting any monies from you towards the booking, or

upon the issue of our Confirmation/Invoice, whichever is the earlier.

2. A deposit of 40% per person is payable at the time of booking which

will be non-refundable except in the event of the booking not being

accepted by us for any reason, or if due to unforeseen circumstances

we are unable to provide the course for which you have booked.

3. The balance of the price is payable in full ten weeks before

departure. If the balance remains unpaid, we reserve the right to cancel

the booking and retain the deposit.

4. Cancellations must be made in writing to us by the person who

made the booking. Any notice will become effective from the date of

receipt by us of the notice. The following cancellation charges will be

levied, (i) up to 28 days prior to departure 50% of the price (ii) 27 days

to 14 days prior to departure 75% of the price (iii) 13 days or less prior

to departure, or on departure date, 100% of the price.

5. It is a requirement of the booking that you must arrange adequate

holiday insurance. Such insurance should cover full medical expenses,

personal baggage, personal accident, accident, loss or damage to

property, cancellation or travel delay, personal liability, legal expenses

and emergency.

6. We shall not accept responsibility for any cancellations or effect on

your holiday due to war, threat of war, civil strife, industrial dispute,

terrorist action, natural or nuclear disaster, fire or adverse weather

conditions.

7. We reserve the right to withdraw or modify at any time the

arrangements advertised where necessary to do so. In the unlikely

event of the accommodation advertised not being available, we will

endeavour to provide suitable alternative accommodation.

8. All reasonable and proper steps have been taken to ensure that the

accommodation and services are as advertised. We will be responsible

for any acts or omissions of our own employees and agents whilst

acting within the scope of their employment but cannot be responsible

for the acts or omissions of those providing services over which we

have no direct control.

9. In the interests of safety and hygiene, you are advised to wear

appropriate clothing and footwear in the kitchen at all times.

10. We shall not be responsible for luggage lost in transit while the

responsibility of an airline. Where possible we will provide advice and

assistance in seeking to retrieve any luggage so lost.

11. We will not be responsible if you suffer illness, personal injury or

death as a result of misadventure during the period of your overseas

trip arising out of an activity that does not form part of the course

provided by us.

12. All courses are subject to a minimum number of bookings and we

therefore reserve the right to cancel and in this event we will return all

monies which you have paid. In no case will your holiday be cancelled

within four weeks of departure except in the event of circumstances

out-with our control.

13. In the event of any problems arising during the course, you must

report it immediately to our representative on the course and failing

satisfactory resolution of the problem, you should file a written report

within 28 days of your return. No liability will be accepted for any

complaint not reported to our representative at the time and intimated

within 28 days thereafter.

14. All travellers need valid passports.

15. The contract, of which this forms part, shall be governed by the law

of Scotland.

16. Transfers included in the holiday costing are provided as a Group

Transfer. Please ensure before booking flights that the relevant transfer

can be met. We are more than happy to arrange a private transfer for

you should you wish to arrange flights out with the Group transfer

times, however this will result in an additional surcharge which varies

, depending on location being payable by yourself. We reserve the

right to withdraw or modify at any time and will always endeavour to

provide a suitable alternative in the unlikely event of this occurring.

All money paid by you for the air holiday package shown are ATOL

protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is ATOL

6528. For more information see our booking terms and conditions.

The following terms and conditions shall apply in respect of all bookings and will form the basis of

your contract with “Flavours of Italy Ltd”.

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