October 30, 2009
Welcome to our October/November issue of
" Slow Travel for Women " Newsletter
Happy Halloween to all! Its time for pumpkins and apples, baked turkeys and sweet potatoes and all those nice homemade foods that bring back sweet memories of the past.
We are all back to our “Fall Routines” and schedules, kids are off in school and we are ready to get away on our next vacation, be it a quick weekend break, a pre-Christmas shopping spree, or a plan for this spring in Europe for example. We have some of our “repeated tours” as well as some special new tours waiting for you.
We are also happy to introduce you to a new Formula – with a VERY interesting price for a kind of do-it-yourself tour of Italy. This Italy Within Reach Tour is explained in more detail below.
Muriel & Ann, Co-directors of Slow Travel for Women, are busy finalizing the last details for the new 2010 calendar which will include some “new exciting destinations”. Remember to take at look at our Custom Tours page. We can help you find the best solution for your next trip and do all the planning for you from hotels to sightseeing to transportation.
Looking for a beautiful Holiday Rental ? We have the islands, lakes, countryside and city. Just take a look!
You can always find interesting books, maps and travel accessories in our aStore in collaboration with Amazon.com. The warm Pashmina Wrap for example is a real “steal” at only $22,00, and the color selection is great. Another great travel must is the Spa Sister Microfiber Hair Turban which dries your hair as it absorbs moisture quickly – a great price of $10.50.
As always, we have included a recipe to our Cookbook list sent by one of our readers. This time a lighter dish (no need to fry the eggplant first) which is easy to make and a delicious Moussaka dish.
BREAKING NEWS: VENICE, FLORENCE & ROME TOUR
Enjoy a romantic ride in a Venetian gondola
Lose yourself in Florence’s famous Uffizzi
Pamper yourself with Rome’s Dolce Vita
We have added a completely different type of tour for you this month.
We proudly present our 7-night trip to Venice, Florence and Rome. The tour starts in Venice and ends in Rome. You will spend 2 nights in Venice and Florence and 3 nights in Rome, Italy’s most fascinating cities. However, there is a difference from our other tours. Upon arrival in each city you will be completely on your own to do exactly what you like. You can join an optional tour of your choice depending on your own individual interests easily booked locally through your hotel. On the other hand, you may wish to browse around and do a little shopping. Perhaps you may want to sip coffee or an aperitif in a local piazza and drink-in your surroundings and see the exhibits in a few museums. You will be transported by train (1st class Eurostar) from Venice to Florence and lastly to Rome. We take care of the train and your 4* hotels in each city.
This tour was organized by popular demand BOTH for those of you who are already familiar with these cities and for those of you who are “first time” visitors and would appreciate more freedom with perhaps some regularly scheduled tours of each city.
Many requests came from expatriates living in Europe and in Italy itself. Many women are alone and prefer to join a group of travelers. However, this tour will be open to husbands and significant others as well.
This 2010 tour will run on a weekly basis – with Sunday arrivals (subject to availability) and Low or High Season Prices. Starting at $949.00* low season or $1160.00* High Season.
This is a great opportunity to visit Italy and is truly a great value for the dollar. NOW is the time to plan your next trip to Italy! We look forward to having you on board.
• price based on rate of exchange of euro/dollar at 1.45 subject to fluctuation in accordance with rates valid when final payment is made.
Last chance to relax before the winter holidays! Take some time for yourself and enjoy the wonderful Umbrian countryside and pamper yourself with our next Chocolate & Wine Cuddle Tour
Be sure to reserve before our deadline November 6th.
This 4 day/3 night getaway includes a gourmet welcome dinner, a full-day wine tour including two wine tastings, a hands-on cooking class followed by a group meal and a relaxing chocolate massage at the hotel’s beauty farm.
Muriel & Ann invite you to check our website for tour updates and new destinations for 2010. Take part in our “ 2009 Survey” and Contact Us with your comments and questions.
Sign up now for your next Getaway Vacation!
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Looking forward to getting news and tips from our readers.
Our subscribers continue to grow and we would like to thank all of our faithful readers for spreading the word. Feel free to forward the newsletter to your friends and encourage them to sign up for our free monthly
Slow Travel for Women Newsletter.
Ann & Muriel
Slow-Travel-for-Women
Slow Cooking Recipe No. 12
MOUSSAKA
Submitted by Yvonne Arseneau, Canada
Ingredients for 4 people:
500 gr mince beef
2 large potatoes
2 eggplants
2 eggs
½ glass milk
1 onion
2 beef cubes
1 tsp paprika
2-3 tbsp oil
salt
pepper
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 300°C
Chop onion and fry gently in oil
Add mince meat and the beef cubes. Cook and stir for about 10 min.
Add paprika and pepper and remove from heat
Add salt to taste
Slice eggplant and potatoes (slices should be about 2 mm thick)
Line bottom of a casserole dish with sliced potatoes.
Add mince meat over potatoes and top with eggplant slices.
Add a bit of water in skillet used to cook onins and mince meat.
Scrape and pour liquid in casserole. It should be about half full.
(This liquid will enable the potatoes to cook).
Cook in oven for 50 min. at 200°C. After 30 min lower oven to 150°C.
After this time, beat eggs and milk and pour over the moussaka.
Cook for another 10 min. or until top is golden brown.
An easy version of the famous Greek moussaka recipe; a sure success!!
Wine pairing: Moussaka can be well paired with a Merlot, Sangiovese and Zinfandel.