Now spring has finally arrived, green-fingered enthusiasts can look forward to spending time in their gardens and stretches of allotments around the country.
Now spring has finally arrived, green-fingered enthusiasts can look forward to spending time in their gardens and stretches of allotments around the country.
Why not explore gardens further afield? The Italian Riviera is the perfect sun trap where a host of exotic plants and flowers nestle among beautiful pastel coloured towns. This stretch of the Mediterranean is the perfect getaway offering fantastic scenery, the chance to relax, and fine local delicacies that will live long in the memory.
Diano Marina
Famous for streets lined with orange trees, Diano Marina boasts a lovely a sandy beach and 11th century castle. Nearby, the village of Cervo is a village with roots in the Coral fishing industry, offering scenic views along the coastline.
Portofino
A famous fishing village, Portofino is famous for its seafood and pastel coloured houses. Historically, the village has been a haven for film stars and ‘fashionistas’ who flock to the village for its beauty and relative peace and quiet. We recommend taking advantage of the fantastic hiking and beach spots nearby. Famously, Portofino inspired Sir Clough Williams-Ellis during the construction of the Welsh resort of Portmeirion.
San Remo
Known as the ‘city of flowers’, San Remo is famous for its flower market and annual music festival. The city has seen some development in recent years but this hasn’t affected the charm of its fantastic ‘Old Town’ quarter a labyrinth of alleyways leading down to the waterfront. Known as ‘La Pigna’, San Remo bears similarities to Monte Carlo with its collection of luxury yachts and shops.
The Holiday
Explore this beautiful part of the world by rail or air.
Click here to view our latest air itinerary or here to view our rail holiday.