J'AIME FEBRUARY 2020

Trino, climbed up to Rocca Calascio and stopped in
beautiful villages such as Santo Stefano Di Sessanio
to try some local delicacies. One of the highlights
from these days was when we drove deeper into the
mountains for our lunch stop and the views were just
incredible. It is not hard to see why Abruzzo was the
setting for many Spaghetti Westerns. The mountains
became more dramatic, there were wild horses
roaming, it was a driver’s paradise. We turned up, at
what can only be described as a small barn, in the
middle of nowhere. Inside there was a butcher’s shop
with meat and cheese options. After our selections
were made, we headed outside to the barbeques and
cooked the famed arrosticini and it was delicious!
With our final day we went shopping around Pescara
and spent time relaxing on the beach before our
family holiday sadly came to an end. With jumped
on a direct flight back to London after the most
incredible week in Italy. With our mix of the city
break, adventure and beach time, this is honestly my
most favourite holiday I have ever had to date.
If you have any questions about Abruzzo, please do
let me know and I will be happy to help. It is truly a
secret gem in Italy which is perfect for those who are
maybe on their second or third trip to the country.
J’AIME READER OFFER
Mention J’AIME magazine when you enquire
and we will include VIP Lounge access at
Birmingham with security fast track to get your
holiday off to a VIP start! Book Abruzzo before
the end of March 2020 to qualify, new bookings
only. Call RB Collection to book on 01543
258631 or email vip@rbcollection.com
THE COLESSEUM IS A
MUST-SEE IN ROME
ABRUZZO HOLIDAY
EXAMPLES
There are a number of different options when
visiting this part of Italy. We can tailor make
your visit or choose from the escorted walking
holiday...
ONE WEEK ESCORTED WALKING HOLIDAY
Explore the oldest Italian Nature Reserve with
the hope of spotting bear and other wildlife
Take in the splendid views over Lake Barrea and
Mount Petroso
Stay out on the trail after sunset tracking
wolves with a local expert
Visit the traditional and ancient town of Scanno
and walk the Path of the Heart
Wander the magnificent Pescasseroli woods
where trees take on a fairy tale form
Enjoy breathtaking views from the Meta Peak
and hopefully get a snap of the rare Golden
Eagle
INCLUSIONS
Return flights to Rome
Airport transfers
Half board en suite accommodation
English speaking local walking guide
All local transport costs.
Packed lunches
From £1,549 per person
ROME AND ABRUZZO TWIN-CENTRE
Return flights to Rome from Birmingham with
checked in luggage
Private arrival transfers
Three nights accommodation in Rome
RB’s Rome attraction and restaurant
Car hire to drive from Rome to enjoy Abruzzo
Four nights at Sextantio Albergo Diffuso
From £955 per person
HOTEL DETAILS:
Of unique charm and character, Sextantio
Albergo Diffuso in Santo Stefano di Sessanio
is a faithfully restored village, now offering
29 elegant rooms where the history and
authenticity of the original mediaeval village
have been preserved. Enjoy traditional artisan
activities such as weaving, bread-making,
cooking, soap-making. Perfect for cycling and
walking in the Abruzzo countryside, the hotel
is within driving distance of the larger town of
l’Aquila, many other picturesque villages, and
just over an hour from the coast.
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