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Just one hour from Bangkok, in Ayutthaya is ElephantStay, a place where you ca…moreJust one hour from Bangkok, in Ayutthaya is ElephantStay, a place where you can live, work and play with 90 elephants. Ewa Narkiewicz and Michelle Reedy manage this not-for-profit project which retires old elephant and gives young ones a sustainable future. The elephants at Elephantstay work in movies too taking acting roles in Oliver Stone's "Alexander.
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Jamie Logan, Cruise Director of the Regent's World Cruise explores the floating…moreJamie Logan, Cruise Director of the Regent's World Cruise explores the floating markets outside Bangkok less
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Thailand is one most beautiful countries in the world. Over the last 25 years …moreThailand is one most beautiful countries in the world. Over the last 25 years I've watched Thailand change from a backpackers haven to an international destination.
With these changes a major problem has occurred, and on a recent trip i realized there was trouble in paradise. It seemed everywhere I looked there was garbage. less
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Nestled in upcountry Thailand, south of the lush foothills of those nourishing …moreNestled in upcountry Thailand, south of the lush foothills of those nourishing Himalayas, just outside the delightful city of Chiang Mai, is Tao Garden, an oasis of dynamic healing practice, blending the most exciting new medical developments of Holistic Western Medicine with traditional Eastern arts such as Taoist Massage, Acupuncture, 5 Element Chinese Healing Systems and Ayurvedic practices from India. less
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I didn't know what to expect when I arrived at Khason Road in Bangkok awaiting …moreI didn't know what to expect when I arrived at Khason Road in Bangkok awaiting my trek to Siem Reap, Cambodia. All that was before me was the unknown, I got on board.
The journey began at 7 a.m. and ended at 1 a.m. A trip that should have taken no longer than 6 hours took 18, and you know what, it was worth it! less
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Kamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa resort integrates a dive…moreKamalaya Koh Samui Wellness Sanctuary and Holistic Spa resort integrates a diverse range of Oriental and Western healing practices. ...
Kamalaya is a haven; a place for us to slow down and feel safe enough to let go of old habits, drop our armour and begin to listen once again to our heart’s song, and to realise the depth of inspiration and wisdom all around.
Centred around a monk's cave that once served Buddhist monks as a place of meditation and spiritual retreat, Kamalaya's essence is expressed in its name, 'Lotus (kamal) Realm (alaya)', an ancient symbol for the growth and unfolding of the human spirit. less
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Umbria , untouched by mass tourism , has preserved the magic and richness of i…moreUmbria , untouched by mass tourism , has preserved the magic and richness of its past. So Let iexplore guide you on this magical Luxury wine tour where you’ll meet the great winemakers, the great chefs and the great artists of this land….
Your trip start in the middle of stunning vineyards right outside Perugia at the luxurious start Borgo Brufa resort.
Tasting at the Goretti winery is in their 14th century tower where you’ll drink their colliperugini and sagrantino and have lunch in full view of Perugia.
Perugia will stun you with its perfect renaissance architecture.
Chef Imperio will introduce you to Umbrian cooking at his cooking school.
You’ll visit Lungarotti, a pioneer in winemaking in Umbria and taste its excellent Rubesco.
You’ll love its world class wine museum.
Taste Sportoletti great red Assisi Rosso.
Assisi is a dazzling city that will draw you into an enchanted time warp experience.
Right across from beautiful Todi you’ll stay at the Roccafiore Luxury Resort
with its own winery and a cuisine that is a blend of home made and sophistication.
At Cantina Peppucci housed in a 13th century abbey you’ll taste their excellent Petroro Red.
Taste the superb Nero della Cervara with Mr Todini then have lunch at his resort with a view.
Todi is so picturesque it feels like a movie set.
Taste the simple foods of Umbria where ingredients and preparation have remained traditional and flavours are brought out singing with their wines to in perfect harmony.
Orvieto’s wine history goes back to the Etruscan and the cathedral carvings of vines from the 13th century bear witness to this tradition.
You’ll be staying at Locanda Palazzone owned by the Dubini brothers is a 13th century palazzo turned into a luxry resort surrounded by vineyards. The brothers make superb whites like Terre Vineate.
Decugnano dei Barbi makes a unique Decugnano brut and ages it in cellar exacavetd in the lava rock.
Castello della sala owned by the antinoris is a 1000 acres estate with top wines like cervaro della sala.
Sagrantino is only grown in Montefalco area and marco Capri is one of the architects of its success with its warded Sagrantino Collepiano.
Taste the food and wine of Montefalco and then view the remarkable frescos by Benozzo Gozzoli in the Museum of St Francis.
Paolo Bea’s family has been on these hills since the 1500’s and he makes sagrantino with a great commitment to environmental standards.
Meet Salvatore Denaro, a true fellinian chef who grows all of his own food and parties with his patrons.
After this magical tour with iexplore.com, Umbria will stay with you forever. For more information on this privately guided, dream luxury wine tour call us at 1-800 iexplore or visit iexplore.com
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The area in Piedmont called Langhe Roero has given the world the gift of truffl…moreThe area in Piedmont called Langhe Roero has given the world the gift of truffles, the Nebbiolo grape, from which Barolo and Barbaresco come from and a dazzling cuisine that is both aristocratic and simple. Let iexplore guide you on this luxury wine tour among castles and vineyards. There you’ll meet the makers of these great wines and the chefs working their dazzling cuisine in some of the most charming medieval towns in Italy.
Your trip starts at the Villa Tiboldi, luxuriously renovated Villa and Farmhouse surrounded by Nebbiolo and Arneis vineyards with views that go on forever.
Alba has a beautiful Cathedral from the XIth Century and a rich historic center. However Alba’s heart beats to the tune of the truffle.
Renato Agnello, truffle hunter of of 60 years leads a search for truffles in the woods with his dog Diana.
Tartufi Morra is a truffle emporium Established in 1930. It has the ultimate selection of everything truffle.
The restaurant Piazza Duomo owned by the Ceretto winemaking family is a shocking pink space with frescoes by Francesco Clemente.The avant-garde cuisine of Chef Enrico Crippa has earned the restaurant a one Michelin star.
The healthy pastry shop created by chef Luca Mentersino uses no sugar, milk or flour. So go ahead and splurge.
Neive is at the heart of Barbaresco. Katja and Ivan Rivetti are the third generation of Rivetti making this wine here. Tops labels are Bricco Barbaresco and Bricco de Neveis.
The Stupino brothers winery is housed in a sprawling 18th century castle. In the 70’s the Stupino’s cloned an old variety of Arneis vine producing a remarkable sparkling Pinot Noir besides their well known Barbaresco.
The restaurant La Ciau del Tornavento is owned by chef Maurilio Garola. The Chef has consistently received one Michelin star for his groundbreaking dishes.
The fortified Castle of Grinzane was erected in the XIth Century. Today it houses a very large Enoteca representing the best of Piedmont wines and grappas.
Barolo is a charming medieval town surrounded by wineries
The Marchesi Falletti created the first Barolo in this village.The first bottle, "Cannubbio 1861” is on permanent display.Today the original 19-century chestnut barrels have been reconditioned to age the Barolo Cannubi or Barolo Riserva.
Locanda nel Borgo Antico is set in an hamlet outside Barolo. In this elegant restaurant Chef Massimo Camia prepares the classic dishes which have earned the restaurant a Michelin star.
The Ceretto brothers have created a 300 acres network of small estates producing some outstanding labels. Top wines are Bricco Rocche, Brunate and Prapo’.
They have also sponsored major art projects the Sol Lewitt Chapel among the vineyards and in their winery their futuristic wine-tasting glass cube.
You will stay in the Hotel Villa Beccaris an 18th century palazzo surrounded by vineyards near the historic town of Monforte DAlba.
3 sisters from the Burlotto family run the Castle which their grandfather bought from the first King of Italy. The family restored the original frescos and furniture. Here you’ll attend cooking lesson in classic Piedmontese dishes.
Their winery has some of the oldest vintages going back to the 1850’s. Top wines are Verduno Basadone, Barbaresco Rabaja’ .
A truly royal lunch is served in the castle courtyard.
Pietro Ratti runs the business founded by his father in the 60’s. Today this state of the arts winery produces an outstanding Barolo Marcenasco.
After this magical tour with iexplore.com, Langhe Roero will stay with you forever. For more information on this privately guided, dream luxury wine tour call us at 1-800 iexplore or visit iexplore.com
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Located in the heart of downtown, Cafe Sistina is a culinary landmark in Honolu…moreLocated in the heart of downtown, Cafe Sistina is a culinary landmark in Honolulu. Founded by Chef Sergio Mitrotti 20 years ago, it is not only a temple to Italian cuisine but also a temple to art. The Chef, over the years, has frescoed this airy and spectacular place with scenes from the Sistine Chapel.
The Chef spent time in New York and Los Angeles before moving to Hawaii and his cooking style, as Italian as they come, has been influenced on the way by the experimentation of New York and the eclecticism of Californian cooking, creating a unique fusion cuisine. Café Sistina offers a country Italian menu and a fusion cuisine integrating West Coast fresh flavours and the produce indigenous to Hawaii.
1314 King Street
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808-596-0061
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Torgiano Umbria. This is the Lungarotti kigdom. With an estate of 700 acres th…moreTorgiano Umbria. This is the Lungarotti kigdom. With an estate of 700 acres the Lungarotti family is a leading wine producer in Italy and the region. Its wines are distributed to 35 countries around the world. In Torgiano they operates a wine Museum considered one of the best in the world, an olive oil Museum rich with the history of this Mediterranean staple. They also own a 4 star Hotel restaurant called Le 3 Vaselle. Here chef Domenico Imperio with many national awards to his name creates outstanding dishes for the restaurant. Here at the 3 Vaselle he shares his knowledge and recipes . less
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people take the bodies of their relative to the river's edge and have them crem…morepeople take the bodies of their relative to the river's edge and have them cremated less
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