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Explore Prosecco Hills vineyard with generational winemaker

Step into an immersive experience in natural winemaking, set in the heart of the Prosecco Hills. Explore my 60-year-old vineyard, where I embrace sustainable practices and traditional methods passed down through generations. • We’ll begin with a walk through the vines, where I’ll explain our organic practices, the local terroir, and the methods we follow. • Visit our historic cellar, where I vinify the wines using original 1960s concrete tanks. I’ll guide you through the natural winemaking process, from fermentation to bottling. • Sit down for a tasting of three distinct expressions of Glera, showcasing the versatility of this grape variety. You’ll walk away with a deeper connection to the land these wines come from and insights into the character, technique, and traditions that guide artisan winemaking practices.

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Run part of the Venice Marathon route with a race winner

You’ll be in for the run of a lifetime as you pass through Venice’s most breathtaking spots led by an elite runner and physiotherapist. There will be short stops along the way. • We’ll meet at the Zattere waterfront for introductions and a quick warmup. I’ll share a bit about my background and provide tips to help you with your form and breathing. • The run will follow part of the Venice Marathon route (a race I won). Starting at a gentle pace, we’ll run along the Giudecca Canal, enjoying its open views and passing by the iconic Santa Maria della Salute and the Peggy Guggenheim Collection, housed in an 18th-century palace. • Other key highlights: weaving through Dorsoduro’s charming streets filled with restaurants and indie shops, and the panoramic view you’ll get after crossing the Accademia Bridge. (Depending on the day, we might, instead, hop on a gondola to cross the canal.) • We’ll pick up the pace toward Piazza San Marco, passing the Doge’s Palace, crossing the Bridge of Sighs and continuing along two scenic rivers before enjoying an open view of the lagoon. We’ll end with a cooldown at the Biennale Gardens, finishing by the waterfront and a stunning view of San Giorgio Maggiore, and enjoying a coffee or juice to wrap up. You’ll leave with a new perspective on Venice’s beauty and history—along with running tips to incorporate into your routine back home.

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Weave history into a handmade jewelry masterpiece

Step into my artisan studio for a jewelry-making workshop using an ancient wire-knitting technique passed down through generations in Florence. Inspired by the delicate iris flower or iconic landmarks like the Duomo, you’ll bring your own vision to each piece. • To start, we’ll explore how the city's rich history and striking architecture influence jewelry design, from church façades to hidden garden motifs. • You will learn the delicate art of wire knitting, working with fine silver or gold plated wire and handpicked gemstones to construct a personal masterpiece. • By the end of the workshop, you’ll have a unique piece of jewelry — necklace, bracelet, or earrings— to take home, proudly "Made in Florence". What makes this experience special is the chance to learn a rare technique dated back to 323 BC —something you wouldn’t typically encounter on your own.

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Restorative Yoga with Live Opera Singing

Experience a unique fusion of restorative yoga and live lyrical music, on a journey of relaxation and self-care for the body and mind. During this 1-hour experience, you will be guided through gentle restorative yoga practices designed to release tension, restore the body, and cultivate inner balance. You'll settle into comfortable, fully supported positions, using pillows, blocks, and blankets for deeper physical relaxation and a profound sense of ease. Accompanying the postures, a talented opera singer will perform classic Italian opera pieces, creating a sound journey that evokes a range of emotions. The powerful and delicate melodies of the lyrical music transform the atmosphere, allowing you to surrender completely to the present moment. Let yourself be carried away by the beauty of the music and the depth of yoga, creating a space of peace, introspection, and renewal.

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Explore the hidden hiking trails of Lake Como

Hike a section of the Sentiero del Viandante (Wayfarer’s Path), a historic trail along the shores of Lake Como, with me, a Milan-based tour guide and adventurer. This walk features an elevation gain of less than 300 meters and is accessible for families and casual trekkers as well as experienced hikers. • Begin at Abbadia Lariana and warm up with a gentle walk and friendly introductions before hiking toward the stunning Cenghen Waterfall. Weather permitting, take a moment to cool off in the refreshing water before continuing. • Stop at Ristoro La Perla, a charming mountain restaurant, for lunch featuring local ingredients and sparkling views of Lake Como. • Enjoy a stroll through the picturesque village of Accadia Lariana, taking in the historic sites and buildings and snapping photographs. After your trek, you’ll leave feeling relaxed and connected to this transcendent lake, mountains, and local traditions.

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Elevate your coffee game with a champion barista

This fun, intensive class and celebration will take you from beans’ origins through coffee’s various roles, from morning brews to evening cocktails. Along the way, you’ll gain professional techniques—and of course, you’ll get to taste as you learn. • We’ll start with an introduction to the world of coffee, covering the plant’s journey from seed to green bean, and the differences between commercial and specialty coffee. • Next, we’ll explore the art of roasting and how it affects coffee flavor. We’ll do a hands-on demonstration of different roasts, from light to dark. • We’ll then dive into several specialties, one at a time: espresso, cappuccino, coffee-based cocktails, and filter coffee. We’ll taste, compare, and experiment as we go, pairing them with a selection of our handmade pastries. You’ll leave with a deeper understanding of coffee and how it can make any part of your day a little more special.

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E-bike the hills of Montello to a prosecco tasting

Cruise on an e-bike through the scenic Montello hills, once the lifeblood of Venice’s shipyards, now a land of rolling vineyards and fine Prosecco. We’ll pedal along forested trails and sunlit slopes, embracing the region’s rich nature. • I’ll welcome you at our restaurant, equip you with a properly sized e-bike and helmet, and help you get comfortable with both. A headset may be provided for communication during our ride. • Ride along scenic paths to a Prosecco tasting at a local winery. • Continue past historic World War I sites, including the British Cemetery, and Prosecco vineyards before reconnecting with the path along the Piave River. When we arrive back at our starting point, we’ll share our reflections on our ride and take a group photo. By the end of our time together, you’ll leave with an enhanced sense of Montello’s beauty and history.

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Explore treasure trove of rare works at Barbieri archives

Step into the world of legendary fashion photographer Gian Paolo Barbieri with an exclusive experience at his foundation. Immerse in a treasure trove of his most legendary works, vintage publications, and rare exhibition prints. • Watch a captivating documentary in which Barbieri himself recounts his life and artistic vision. • Follow our guided tour to examine the foundation’s extensive archive, showcasing Barbieri’s iconic photographs and personal collection of objects. Explore magazine prints from 1960 to 2024. • Dive deep into Barbieri’s meticulously preserved analog archive with negatives, positives, glass plates, vintage silver salt prints, 35mm film, Polaroids, and notebooks dating from 1953 to 2024. • Savor the rare opportunity to browse Barbieri’s monographs from 1982 to 2024, offering a comprehensive look at his evolution as an artist. You’ll leave with a rare glimpse into lesser-known aspects of Barbieri's body of work and the chance to see previously unpublished photographs. You’ll walk away with reflections on the transformation of fashion photography over six decades, including shifts in style, technique, and cultural influence.

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Venice unveiled: an interactive tour of the Doge's Palace

Immerse yourself in the history of the Doge’s Palace—the heart of Venetian power, wealth, and legend. By following the thread of mythology and storytelling, we will unravel the rich and complex history of ancient Venice. • Pore through your custom-made, illustrated leaflet highlighting key symbols and themes to uncover along our guided exploration. • Admire iconic masterpieces including the Giants’ Staircase, the Golden Staircase, Room of the Four Doors, the Anticollegio, the Great Council Room, and others. • Cross the famous Bridge of Sighs and delve into its meaning. Peer into prison cells and learn about the stories of those who lived behind bars in the Venetian Republic. • Piece together Venice’s fascinating history and learn about the city’s rise to power through interactive storytelling. You’ll leave with a wealth of new insights about ancient Venice, a collection of personalized travel tips, and the feeling of having experienced history in an interactive way. *** TICKETS ARE NOT INCLUDED *** (Guests will receive instructions on how to purchase them)

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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 6738 reviews

MY FARM three experiences in one day

Immerse yourself in the Tuscan countryside with 3 different experiences! We'll meet in Florence, where a driver will take you to our farm in just 45 minutes. What will we do? 1) Walk among country fields, ancient olive trees and vineyards, enjoy the landscape, the plants, the explanation of our history with plenty of opportunities to capture stunning photos.  You may even meet our friendly, domesticated pig! In September taste the grapes! 2) Visit the cellar and taste 5 organic Tuscan wines: white, red, aged straight from the barrel, and "Vin Santo" a classic sweet wine. You’ll also sample our premium olive oil and watch a short film about our mission. You'll have the chance to purchase wines at exclusive cellar prices or order them to ship. 3) The final part is all about making fresh pasta! Raffaella or Laura will teach you how to craft it using authentic techniques, then cook all your pasta together (it won't be possible to do individual cooking) to enjoy it as a group at a long table, just like a traditional Italian family. Our organic wine will accompany the meal. We'll be around 20 participants for an authentic Italian experience. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The round trip to Florence has a cost of 20 Euro per person to be paid directly to the driver by card before the return journey.

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 10646 reviews

PASTAMANIA

**Join us for a spirited cooking adventure in Florence! Capturing the magic of Carnival season, you'll craft authentic pasta, sip our organic wine, and embrace the playful interplay in this festive time. Our immersive class combines traditional Italian cuisine with the joyful vibes of Carnevale.** Take a break from travel fatigue and experience a deeper connection with Italian culture by mastering the art of homemade pasta in our hands-on cooking class in Florence. Join us at our cooking school in the historic city centre, right by the Arno River, for a fun, interactive and unique experience led by professional chefs. In various shapes, you’ll learn the secrets of making traditional Italian pasta like RAVIOLI, FETTUCCINE, and TORTELLI. We provide everything you need—kitchen apron, rolling pin, pasta cutter, eggs, and flour. After crafting your pasta, we’ll cook it together and enjoy the meal family-style with the group. Tomato sauce for fettuccine is made in advance and butter&sage is made in front of you. The experience is held in English, lasts around 3 hours and includes connecting with fellow travellers while sipping organic Tuscan wine from our farm, “Dalle Nostre Mani.” At the end, enjoy some chocolate dessert with a shot of limoncello. English instructions are provided, ensuring you leave with the skills to impress friends and family back home!

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 2755 reviews

Workshop Murano Glass Experience

The workshops consist of an hour and a half of work and fun divided into two parts. The first involves the use of a transparent glass plate where guests will create a figure with pieces of Murano glass, called graniglia, which will then be cooked in the oven. The glass will melt and the created figure will remain with the guest. The second part consists of a demonstration phase by the Maestro and subsequently a practical test of Murano glass processing by the guests. Guests will work the glass with the flame and experience the pleasant sensation of ancient lampwork. The workshops are also ideal for families with children over 12, who will love the magic of glass (Not under 12 years old except as a private lesson) Other things to keep in mind The works completed in the first part of the workshop will be cooked in the oven for approximately 3 hours, while the objects made with the flame will be ready after 2 hours of cooling. Everything will be delivered the same day after 2/3 hours or the following day in agreement with the customers. Workshop duration: 1.5 hours.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 2281 reviews

Unforgettable Tuscan Wine Tour

Embarking on a Chianti escapade? Buckle up for a taste-filled adventure with our wine maestro where you'll meet the owner of each boutique wineries! Picture this: cruising through the breathtaking Tuscan canvas, where vineyards and hills play a mesmerizing duet. First pitstop a luxory villa from 1300, then we move to a snug family winery. Wine-making, cellar tours, and the grand finale in another family run estate – sipping their divine wines paired with classic Tuscan nibbles and top-shelf olive oil. Now, let's dive deep into Chianti's beating heart, like a scene straight out of a movie. Our final destination is Montefioralle, a lovely village where you can feel breath the real tuscan spirit. Pro tips: - light lunch in a winery. - Chuck those heels! Vineyards and cobblestone streets are no place for them. - Piazza Cavalleggeri is your pick-up and drop-off spot. - Please note that during high season months the tour capacity might reach 16 people divided in 2 minivans - tips for the guide are not included

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 2370 reviews

Cooking Class & 360 View of Florence

The emotions you will experience in our cooking class will make your stay in Italy an unforgettable memory. From our meeting at the historic San Pierino market, where we’ll handpick the freshest seasonal ingredients side by side with local farmers. (Please note: the market is closed on Wednesday and Saturday evenings and all day Sunday.) Back at our terrace, take in panoramic views of Florence while we start crafting classic bruschetta together. Then, roll up your sleeves and dive into making two types of fresh pasta from scratch—a cherished Italian tradition passed down through generations. Our skilled sous chefs will handle creating the sauces, ensuring the flavors are perfectly balanced to complement your handmade pasta. We’ll finish with tiramisu, where you’ll learn each step of creating this iconic Italian dessert. Finally, we’ll gather to enjoy a delicious meal featuring your handmade pasta, bruschetta, and tiramisu for a perfectly sweet finish. We Cater to You: Vegetarian, gluten-free, and allergy-friendly options are available. Just let us know at booking. At the end of the course you will have acquired the techniques of the best Italian recipes, an apron that will remind you of the experience and photos that portray you in one of the most splendid settings in existence.

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 322 reviews

Juliet Secretary for a Day

We will welcome you together with my helpers at Juliet Club, a cozy space in the heart of Verona where everyday Juliet Secretaries work. Here I will tell you more about the story of Romeo and Juliet and how the tradition of the letters to Juliet started. After a visit to the archive - we have more than 200,000 archived letters here and we receive new ones every day! - you’ll be ready to become a Juliet Secretary. According to your native language, we will give you some of the letters addressed to Juliet. You will open them and read them discovering love stories from every corner of the world. Then we will have some coffee and we will discuss what to answer. Now it's your turn to write a letter! Signed and sealed, the letters are ready for delivery. Other things to note: Juliet Club receives letters from all over the world written in dozens of different languages. I will try to give you at least 1 letter in your native language but this is not always possible, in particular when it comes to less spoken languages. Becoming Juliet’s Secretaries can really be one of the most thrilling and moving experiences in the matter of love and will help to support this unique tradition.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 975 reviews

Horseback Riding and Wine Tasting in Tuscany

We will pick you up from Firenze city center to take you to our ranch. Upon arrival one of our experienced guide will greet you and will start giving you some tips about riding our horses. No worries if you're a total beginner, we will take a few time making sure you get the basis before you meet your horse. Our horses are very friendly and calm and you'll have a few time for practicing before you go outside. When you're all ready to go your horseback riding tour in the countryside will start. The ride outside will least for about 1 hour in which you'll be surrounded by olive trees, vineyards, tipical Tuscan country houses and colored fields. During the ride there will be 2 experienced guides ready to assist you and reply to your questions. We will finish the horse tour back to our Ranch. After taking a few pics, we will help you getting off the horse and then we will drive you to the Villa (by van - only 3 min drive) where you will continue with the second part of the experience. The Villa's staff will greet you and your tour will continue with a visit to the little museum of the villa and its wine cellars. The tour ends with a tasting of four Torre Cona wines and a plate of selected cheeses. After the wine tasting, we will drive you directly to Firenze (same place of the meeting point).

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 5784 reviews

The art of Pasta - Nonna's Recipes

We will show you every secret to achieve an amazing pasta dough like in a Michelin star restaurant. I learn everything from my grandma, true pasta maker from Emilia Romagna (Bologna city). After many experience in Michelin star restaurant in Italy and around the world, I decide to open my experience on Airbnb to share my passion for pasta. You will meet only the best chefs in town, all with Michelin start restaurant back ground, all with the same mission, share our experience and our family traditions, ready to share the love for Italian Gastronomic culture. We going to start with a little introduction to the ingredients, after that we are going to do the dough and you will be able to prepare you own pasta from scratch! I will teach you many different kind of pasta shapes as: -Tortelli -Tagliatelle -Fettuccine and a lot more :) A wonderful experience about the magical word of pasta. Of course, at the end we are going to enjoy together some amazing pasta dishes. I will show you how to prepare few different sauces for our amazing pasta! We will be taste 3-4 different pasta dishes! This Class is suitable for vegetarians. Please note: open classes would not be suitable for gluten free and dairy free, I’m sorry about that. Private classes we can arrange a menu and dietary restrictions. Can't wait to share with you more about Pasta world!

5 out of 5 average rating, 26 reviews

Treviso, tiramisú and the river Sile by bike

We will meet just outside Treviso train station where you can easly get by train from Venice in 30 minutes. Cycling along the ancient walls, we'll reach my beloved river Sile, the longest springriver in Europe, and its beautiful villas castles and monumental gates around the city. Through narrow passageways we'll see the most picturesque corners of the centre such as the place that made Dante Alighieri , the greatest italian poet, fall in love with the city , or the sparkling fish market and its famous watermills . We'll stop to taste a small portion of tiramisù, the most popular italian cake, the original one, and see the place where it was invented (if you prefer we'll have a very tasty "mozzarella in carrozza"). You will understand why the Sile river is so important to us, and you will learn how it is possible to grow the unique Red Radicchio of Treviso (Treviso red chicory). You won't forget the peaceful atmosphere of the river and its secrets such as the traditional trial of the "old lady" .At the end there will be a little surprise for you..! You can also bring your little dog!!(small size, on the bike basket). On request it is possible to have the same tour on foot. Do not hesitate to contact me for any information, for different days and time or for 1 person reservations. Please show up 10 minutes before.

4.84 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews

Winetasting at Le Chiusure

Visitors will spend about an hour in the winery taking a guided walk through the vineyard, visiting the wine cellar and tasting the wine and olive oil in the garden with a small buffet of savory tartines, listening to the words of the wine-maker explaining the work behind the labels. Four wines will be tasted: three reds and one rosé. Other things to note: kindly note that children of any age are welcome and of course they attend free of charge, as any other non-drinking guests. Please do not count their attendance when making the booking reservation.