November 18, 2022
A short Christmas getaway gives you the chance to unwind and get into the festive spirit this winter, while celebrating a truly spectacular time of year.
Flavours News
Shortlisted for the British Travel Awards 2022
September 8, 2022
The British Travel Awards are back! Celebrating the very best in British Travel and voted for by consumers with over 400,000 votes annually making it the Travel industries largest consumer awards programme. Completely independent with no links to travel companies or affiliations, winning is a huge accolade for any company and a “gold standard” for…
12 best books to read this summer whilst in Italy
July 15, 2022
Grab your book, put your feet up and enjoy the relaxation. There’s nothing better than finding the perfect books to read this summer…
Venice holiday review: My trip to Venice
May 3, 2022
Venice, the City of canals, is full of lots of tourist attractions and things to do. One of our managers, Ciaran, loved his trip to Venice and here’s why…
15 best UK staycation ideas
August 11, 2021
We think that the best summer staycation involves activities in stunning locations, with plenty to do, great food and a spot of relaxation.
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Travel Bucket List For 2021
December 4, 2020
First published 18th Sept 2021, this post has been update 4th December 2021. We’ve been dreaming (and we’re sure you have too) of exploring a little bit further afield and ticking off our travel bucket list. Our wanderlust has us incredibly excited to get back out into the world and return to travel in 2021!…
An Interview with Jenny Eclair: On Painting, Art Courses and Turning 60
September 15, 2020
Stand-up comic and author, Jenny Eclair, is best known for her television appearances on Grumpy Old Women and Loose Women. She was the first woman to win the Perrier Award at the Edinburgh Festival in 1995, and her most recent book, Older and Wider – A Survivor’s Guide to the Menopause, is a Sunday Times…
Lock-down Diaries – A Perspective from Puglia
May 7, 2020
Third of our lock-down diaries is an interview with Cosimo and Gina, our gardener and housekeeper from Villa Casino Pisanelli. Casino Pisanelli, originally a hunting lodge built in the 17th century for a local Count, is our signature villa in Puglia which never ceases to impress our guests and it is all thanks to our lovely team Cosimo and Gina. In this interview, Cosimo and Gina share what life has been like in the ‘Heel of the Boot’ during this time, as they make sure that the beauty of Casino Pisanelli remains waiting for you all.
10 Best Books That Will Transport You to Italy
April 30, 2020
Embracing the Italian culture and the Italian way of life is an integral part of the Flavours Holidays’ experience. When you’re learning how to cook regional Italian dishes, diving into a conversation with the locals, or immersing yourself in the Italian landscape – you get a feel for the passionate and inspirational culture of Italy….
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7 unheard of cooking tips of Italian cuisine
March 7, 2020
Would you like a cooking tip for Italy? How about 7? Cooking is so important to Italians. Find out how they cook their authentic dishes by reading here.
Flavours’ Favourite Moments of 2019
December 15, 2019
A lot of wonderful people work with Flavours across all activities and regions to make every holiday a success. We spoke to some of them about how fantastic 2019 has been and to reflect on some of their favourite moments! Johanna Dollerson – Pilates Teacher 1. What has been your favourite region to visit this…
Flavours Staff’s 2019 Christmas Wishlist
December 9, 2019
Christmas is fast approaching and the Flavours team is feeling festive! The decorations are up, the carols are playing and we’re all thinking about what Santa might be leaving under the tree for us. Have a look below to see what’s at the top of the Flavours’ Christmas wishlist!
5 Reasons to Book a Photography Holiday
February 22, 2018
Are you a keen photographer at home, but not sure how to take your skills to the next level? Or have you always wanted to take your camera off the ‘auto’ setting and really learn the secrets behind capturing that perfect landscape shot? If so, a photography holiday is the perfect way to improve your…
Hobbies are the secret to staying young! Here’s why…
January 17, 2018
This blog was originally posted on 17th January 2018 and was updated October 2020. It’s that time of year again when many of us resolve to pick up a new skill or hobby. As we get older, we don’t necessarily want to be young again, but feeling mentally active and fit is desirable. One of…
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