TRAVEL & RESORTS
The Wine-Lovers Trip COMO Castello Del Nero , Italy
Hidden amongst the rolling hills of Tuscany , COMO Castello Del Nero takes the form of a lovingly restored , twelfth-century castle set within a historic , 740-acre estate . Guests can hike or cycle forests and olive groves , walk by glistening lakes and towering vistas of vineyards - this entire 740-acres is free to roam . Oenophiles can try their hand at winemaking with the new Harvest Package - during harvest ( Sept - Oct ) guests are invited to try their hand - or feet - at the traditional ‘ pigéage ’ method of making wine with a private , four-hour tour .
The experience starts with handpicking plump grapes from the vineyard , before pressing out wine with bare feet . Finish with a relaxing picnic of fresh Italian produce and wine , overlooking the vistas of vineyards . A private guide will discuss the harvest process and creation of Chianti Wine , and guests will receive a bottle of estate-made COMO Castello Del Nero wine to take home - the ultimate , wine-lovers souvenir .
The experience starts from £ 390 for two people . For more information or to book visit comohotels . com
The Culture-Vultures Trip CAYO Exclusive Resort and Spa , Crete
Opening for its first full season this April , CAYO Exclusive Resort and Spa offers unrivalled access to Crete ’ s tapestry of beaches , historic treasures and hilltop villages . Travellers can arrange privately guided tours of Elounda , a cosmopolitan bay built on the grounds of the ancient city of Olous , and the iridescent isle of Spinalonga – a UNESCO World Heritage List nominee , and setting of Victoria Hislop ’ s hit novel , The Island .
Trace the footsteps of the ancient Greeks , before heading back to CAYO for a relaxing spa treatment in the design-led Armonia Spa . Rituals are inspired by natural ingredients used by the ancient Greeks ; salt scrubs , olive oil and honey . Perfect for a private escape , each of CAYO ’ s suites houses a private plunge pool and offers panoramic views of the surrounding mountains , azure ocean and Spinalonga .
Rooms start from £ 190 per night . For more information or to book , visit cayoresort . com
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