Calabria Cheap Holidays
The region of Calabria is located in southern Italy, in the toe area of the boot shaped peninsula. Located just below Naples in the already well loved holiday hotspot. Over the past few years the area has received a huge boom in tourism. Boasting everything that the Naples area has and more. The peace and tranquillity of this beautiful region has people returning year after year! Its unspoilt beauty, dynamic mountain back drops and gorgeous beaches would have anyone coming back for more. The whole area still has much of its traditional charm very much still alive, the simple lifestyles had by many of the locals create an ambiance ideal for holiday RnR. For culture vultures this area is perfect, Calabria is already widely known for its prehistoric settlements, visit the array of ruins from Greek, Roman, Byzantine and the Norman times as well as beautiful churches and the regions many art galleries! For the really active its not just water sports, diving and snorkelling that can be had, but in the more inland areas, small ski resorts reside at the top of mountains! People flock to this region to enjoy great walking, hiking, horse riding, bird watching and low key adventure holidays. But the main pull to the region is definitely its great beaches with bright blue seas. With the Ionian Sea on the west coast and the Tyrrenian Sea on the east. The main areas in the region for tourists are Scalea and Tropea. Both resorts offer shops, bars, restaurants and hotels as well as sandy beaches. Capo Vaticano resort offers the best beaches in the region, an endless stretch of white sands and turquoise blue seas! If its history you´re looking for head to the towns of Amantea, Diamante and off course the regions capital Reggio di Calabria. Visits to the many inland villages are also well advised. Wandering through these villages is like going back in time. Many on the west coast even still have heavy Greek influences. The food in the region is absolutely to die for. Pastas and chesses are very flavoursome, with an element of spice to. Greek ingredients are also used quite a lot too. Book with Fleetway Travel for great deals and bargain prices!
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