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Osprey Holidays Blog

Posts Tagged ‘Italy’

Top Historical and Archaeological Tours

The Team March 27th, 2019

Europe is a treasure trove for those looking to discover ancient cities, historical monuments and archaeological sites. Whether beautifully preserved or in ruins, these sites tell of fascinating, poignant and often gruesome histories! Many of the most intriguing can be found in or around our top short break destinations, really making the most of your time away. Read the rest of this entry »

Europe’s Best Rooftop Bars

Sarah Black May 7th, 2018

We are so close to summer so what better way to celebrate than to take a look at some of the best places to grab a cocktail, unwind and take in the views from a perfect rooftop location as they start to open for the season.

Barcelona – Skybar, Grand Hotel Central

Skybar at Grand Hotel Central, Barcelona. Credit: Grand Hotel Central

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Penny’s going to Rome!

Sarah Black February 9th, 2018

Chris, Penny, Claire & Angie all from Cambourne Travel in Newport Pagnell, Milton Keynes

Congratulations to Penny Rudd from Cambourne Travel in Milton Keynes! After completing an Osprey Holidays booking during January and entering via email Penny’s winning entry was chosen at random. Read the rest of this entry »

New UK Flight Routes for 2018

Sarah Black January 24th, 2018

New flight routes 2018

Below are a list of UK airports and the new flight routes being offered for 2018 if they haven’t started already. Read the rest of this entry »

Win a trip to Rome for two!

Sarah Black December 28th, 2017

The famous Trevi Fountain at night, Rome, Italy

– COMPETITION HAS NOW ENDED –

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My Italian Road Trip!

Sarah Black July 18th, 2017

Sarah our Marketing Manager took off to the hills on an Italian road trip.

We were attending a wedding in Tuscany so thought we must make a trip out of this – we have never properly visited Italy before so we had to make the most of it! Read the rest of this entry »

Rome by Steph & Melissa

Sarah Black January 3rd, 2017

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We arrived in the evening so the traffic was light and from Ciampinio Airport to our hotel in central Rome it was only about a 35 minutes drive. It was lovely driving through Rome at this time of year and at night, as all the Christmas lights were glistening and it looked so festive, it got us right into the spirit of December! Read the rest of this entry »

My Multi-centre Adventure

The Team November 4th, 2015
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Canal in Venice, Italy

I was lucky enough to get the chance to experience a 5 day multi-centre trip to Venice and Rome – and I’m still wondering why I have never done this before… Read the rest of this entry »

Best Cities for a Sweet Tooth

Sarah Black July 15th, 2015

Always the one to look at the desserts on the menu first? Well we have just the cities to keep those sweet tooth taste buds at bay. From creamy cold Gelato to a warming Portuguese custard tart, these destinations have the best dessert spots waiting for you to explore.

Paris, France – Macaroon’s

Laduree Macaroon

Box of Macaroon’s, Laduree, Paris, France. Credit: commons.wikimedia.org

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Foodies – Four Must See’s

Sarah Black March 6th, 2015

A great dining experience can add so much to any holiday, sometimes it can even be the one thing that really stands out after a trip. Therefore we have picked out some of the best restaurant experiences in a selection of great cities, all of which will be sure to enhance any break away.

Noma in Copenhagen (Strandgade 93, 1401 København K, Denmark)

Marv med syltede grøntsager, Noma, Copenhagen

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