“Puglia has only recently been discovered.” - Tony Huffman
PUGLIA UNCOVERED Located at the heel of Italy’s ‘boot’, or the southeastern part of the country, Puglia has only recently been discovered as an unspoiled tourist destination within this ever popular country. Local Italians have been going to Puglia in summers for the last decade or so, but others are discovering it only recently. Its two airports, Bari and Brindisi, are easily reached and are equal distance from the heart of Puglia. We flew to Bari from Milan, and upon departure, flew from Brindisi to Rome. One could easily combine this destination with the Amalfi Coast, Naples and Capri. My wife, Pokey, and I joined about 125 other Virtuoso member owners
and supplier / partners for six days in this most intriguing setting of Italy. We stayed at Borgo Egnazia, a beautiful and contemporary five star oasis in the center of Puglia. Owned by the gracious Melpignano family, this lovely property is perched above the crystal blue Adriatic Sea and offers a variety of activities. In addition to taking in the historical sights of Puglia, one should allow enough time for the spa, a round of golf or one of their cooking, mixology or p h o t o g ra p hy c l a s s e s . So accommodating are the hosts, guests will feel as if they are