6 Unique and Notable Travel Trends for 2025
Calmcations. Noctourism. Coolcations. As you might have guessed, each of these terms refers to...
Down-to-Earth with Mark Jacoby of Context Wines
Have you ever wondered what a wine agent is? Do you currently buy wine...
The Top 5 International Travel Tips in 2022
We’ve all heard the horrible travel headlines in the news about flight delays and...
5 Fascinating Facts About Sardegna Italy
There are many fascinating facts about Sardegna Italy, though we’ve started you off with...
5 Things to See and Do in Ascoli Piceno
Ascoli Piceno is a charming town located in the province of Ascoli Piceno, in...
What is Lucca Known For?
It’s not uncommon to hear travellers ask, “What is Lucca known for?”. Lucca is...
Why Does February Have 28 Days?
How many times have you asked yourself, “Why does February have 28 days?”? Yes,...
Feasting Before Fasting: Italy’s Carnevale Traditions in 4 Regions
Carnevale, or Carnival in English, is a festival with a centuries’ old tradition in...
6 Ways to Be a Sustainable Traveller
We live in a wonderful world that is full of beauty, charm and adventure....
Why Visit Matera Italy: 6 Reasons You Will Love This Ancient City
When it comes to hidden gems and places off-the-beaten-track in Italy, there are so...
Rebound Travel in 2022
Our relationship with travel has been under siege for almost two years. Travellers are...
International Travel in 2022: Realistic Optimism
I recently read an article that added a new term to my vocabulary: realistic optimism....
What is Special About Cinque Terre in the Liguria Region?
Anyone who dreams of going to Italy has a favourite place they’d like to...
5 Frequently Asked Questions About Truffles
There are many common questions about truffles, and if you mention the word there...
The Surprising Meaning of EST! EST! EST! at Fiera del Vino Festival
One of the best ways to immerse yourself in local Italian culture is to...
The Best Garden Fresh Mint Pesto Recipe
It’s that time of year again when gardens are in bloom and herbs are...
The Beginning of Travel Post-Covid?
Is this the beginning of travel post-covid for Canadians? Everyone is itching to travel...
Welcome to the Delicious Camogli Fish Festival (Sagre del Pesce)
One of the things I love about Italy is how much the Italians love...
MP TOURS Logo: Journeys of a Different Sort
MP TOURS has been on a journey of its own over the last several...
The Best Packing Tips for Italy: Part 1
The Right Clothes Make a Difference! Seasoned traveller Joan Heaton provides us with packing tips Paula...
The Grotte di Frasassi: Going Underground in Italy
Italy’s iconic beauty is definitely present in its spectacular landscapes. From the vineyards, to the...
The Stunning “Belle Marche” Region
I was talking to a friend of mine the other day who is a...
Ferragosto: Italy’s Country-Wide Holiday
Throughout the world, countries have their signature holidays. Italy’s is Ferragosto and it happens...
Marsala Salt: 6 Fun Facts
During one of our tours to Sicily, we visited the salt pans near the...
Discover Puglia: What to Expect on Your First Visit
Because it’s a relatively unknown region, people don’t know what what it will be...
Terra Fageto Winery: From Grape to Glass
Autumn in Italy is synonymous with the grape harvest. In countless vineyards across Italy, wine...
3 Travel Hacking Tips with Travel with TMc
Tara has travelled all over the globe and is happy to share her favourite...
How to Eat Bread in Italy
Rules for Eating Bread in Italy? Hold the Butter! I recently came across an...
Italian Olive Oil: 4 Easy Fast Facts
There’s nothing like quality (Italian!) olive oil, but how does one tell the best...
Torre di Palme: The Balcony of the Adriatic
MP TOURS: Born in Torre di Palme I never met my paternal grandmother, Vittoria (Victoria). She...
The New COVID-19 Summer Normal in 2020
Masks, Wipes, Sanitizers, Oh My! It’s a COVID-19 summer and life as we knew...
Your Essential Packing List
No matter how much I travel, packing is still a daunting task for me....
How to Plan for Any Weather in Italy
One of the most common questions travellers ask in preparing for our tours is ‘What...
5 Facts about Prosecco
Prosecco is often confused with Champagne but anyone who knows their Prosecco knows it...
Granita or Gelato: What’s the Best Italian Dessert?
On our recent tours of Sicily and Puglia, there were lots of granita or gelato opportunities. Now,...
Tipping in Italy: All of Your Questions Answered
One of the most asked questions I receive as a Tour Operator is: How much should...
15 Italian Phrases to Know Before Visiting Italy
You don’t have to be fluent in Italian to connect with the locals. Knowing...
The Buzz on Bees: Five Facts about Bees
I love honey. I especially like it drizzled on Italian cheese and bread. However, I never...
Welcome to Puglia, Italy with MP TOURS
Welcome to Puglia, Italy! We at MP Tours cannot wait to welcome you to...
Traditional Italian Christmas Dinner
Christmas is truly my favourite time of year. I love the outpouring of generosity...
