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Best in Local
by Trafalgar
Enjoy a fascinating look at French aristocracy as you tour the grounds of the Montferrier family château with a sparkling wine in hand. You’ll discover the history of this 17th-century property and farm before a delicious three-course Tourangelle meal at their restaurant l’Etape Gourmande.- Included on Best of France and Highlights of France
& Barcelona.
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16You don’t just want to look at the people who make a place come alive, you want to meet them.
Arild, Norway
Experience the warmth and hospitality of extraordinary locals you would never meet on your own, who will share their stories through food and friendship including our famous, exclusive and unforgettable Be My Guest experiences. Here are just a few of our local friends who will swing open their doors for you.
Giada Landi, Tuscany
Jacov, Hvar
Meet Arild, Norway
Visit Øvre Eide, a 500-year-old farm near Bergen, Norway at the edge of a lake surrounded by lush green landscapes. Explore the farm buildings and meet some of the resident animals before lunch featuring local produce paired with a rousing musical performance by Arild (above) and the team. - Included
on Scenic Scandinavia & Its Fjords and Best of Norway.
Meet the Landi Family, Italy
You’ll know this is the Tuscany you’ve dreamt of when you visit Il Leccio, the family home of the Landis (Giada, above right) for the past 350 years. Besides its extraordinary history, you’ll want to commit the rolling Chianti hills, vineyards
The Morillo Family, Seville and olive groves to memory. Sit down for a three-course Tuscan dinner made by Giada, knowing everything on your plate has been grown and produced right here on the estate, including your wine.
Meet Jacov & Keti, Croatia
Experience the charms of village life in the rustic hamlet of Humac, Hvar. As the Francicevic’s share their 100-year-old ties to the property and the area. Later, sit down for a mouthwatering feast of lamb, fresh octopus and sides, sourced locally and cooked by Jackov (right) in clay pots without electricity, a method unique to this farm. - Included on Highlights of
Austria, Slovenia & Croatia.
Meet the Morillo Family, Spain
Enjoy being part of the daily lives of an Andalusian family (opposite left) while learning the tradition of Spanish olive oil production. Meet host Isaac before exploring the olive groves and mill as he shares the steps of how to taste, smell and recognise what makes an award-winning oil. End the evening with a traditional meal in their whitewashed hacienda as the sun sets.
