The Good Life Yoga in Tuscany this September
pool with Jacuzzi and a spectacular panoramic view. You can eat in the delicious restaurants in Radicondoli, walk in unspoiled nature, go horseback riding or mountain biking, taste organic products or sip typical Tuscan wines while admiring the view. The farm is located at a strategic point with San Gimignano, Volterra and Siena only a little more than half an hour away.
Tuscany is one of the most popular destinations in Italy for travellers, for good reason. Florence is second only to Rome in its star power, but anyone who has visited the nearby Italian hill town of San Gimignano and seen its skyline of medieval towers, or set foot in the Siena cathedral and seen its intricate mosaic floors, would know that there is much to love about
Tuscany outside Florence. If you are a true Byronian, of course, you won’t want to just laze around in the beautiful Tuscan countryside enjoying the cultural and culinary delights that Italy has to offer. You’ll be wanting to spend a week at a Yogalates (a fusion of yoga and Pilates)
retreat with world-renowed teacher and trainer Louise Solomon. The retreat village is 100km from Florence, and just 40km from Siena, a quiet corner in the heart of Tuscany where you can regenerate, admiring the nature that surrounds you.
In this oasis of peace surrounded by a hilly landscape between forests, olive groves and sunflower fields, a new life has been given to a characteristic 1600s farm, that has been completely renovated while maintaining its original appearance; it has 12 charming rooms, a swimming
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Fishheads 7:30am till late Coffee, breakfast, lunch, dinner, functions and weddings. Fully licensed. 1 Jonson St, Byron Bay 6680 7632
Open Wed to Mon from 6pm Closed on Tuesdays See menu, book a table, or order take away at www.basilo.co 30 Lawson Street 6680 8818
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And of course your regular yoga practice will ensure that you will move on to the next stage of your trip relaxed, rejuvenated and invigorated in mind and body.
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Wood fired pizzas & real Italian cuisine with a Sardinian twist Famous for seafood, meats and pasta dishes. We do special events functions.
Cafe: Specialty Coffee with Egyptian-inspired all-day breakfast, brunch & lunch Restaurant: Traditional Egyptian shared-style dining – Starting in March The Rocks @ Aquarius has been beautifully renovated, and boasts a wide array of locally sourced brekky dishes, Byron Bay Coffee and fresh juices and smoothies to enliven the senses and prepare you for the day ahead. Late riser? Join us for lunch 12–2pm, when you can grab a selection of burgers, salads, fresh rolls or one of our daily $10 specials! Here at The Rocks, we are a fully licensed cafe, which means you can enjoy an ice-cold beer, a sumptuous wine or a handcrafted cocktail with your meal!
SPECIAL $12 LUNCH AND DINNER MENU All your favourites every lunch and dinner Experienced Thai chefs cooking fresh delicious Thai food for you. Fully Licensed and B.Y.O. for wine. Welcome for lunch, dinner and take-away. The only exclusively Vietnamese restaurant in town, this intimate space spilling out into a courtyard offers up fabulous dishes packed full of herbs, spices and varied textures. The traditionally light and healthy style of cuisine ensures the freshness and natural tastes of food are preserved as much as possible. It’s a popular spot so bookings are recommended.
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