2013 Condé Nast Traveler Villa Rental Agent Specialist: Mara Solomon
The March issue of Condé Nast Traveler just arrived in our office. For the seventh year, I am humbled to be chosen by Wendy Perrin for her Villa Rental Specialist award. I want to thank Condé Nast as well as Klara Glowczewksa, Wendy Perrin, Kathryn Maier and the entire team for being such incredible thought [...]
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The relaxing and restorative Palazzo Santa Croce in Positano
Travelling to the Amalfi Coast at the winter holidays affords you the chance to experience this popular resort community, as it authentically is – local, friendly and relaxed. This is the time to get to know Naples. The Galleria Umberto I displays a life-like pressepio that is characteristically Neapolitan and the Via San Gregoria Armeno [...]
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Lake Como and the Villa Maria Serena– a snowy, holiday oasis
As the season eases into the browns and golds of winter a dreamy tranquility returns to Lake Como. In December you can wake to magical landscape of snow-dressed trees. Stunning from every angle. I suggest you head to the panoramic bow seats on a “traghetto” for a slow, scenic tour of Lake Como. Be sure [...]
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Escape to Italy for the Holidays!
If you crave a meaningful holiday with your family and friends, come away with us this December. Say farewell to planning stress and gift wrapping until dawn. Experience towns where church bells toll at midnight, white lights beckon, celebrations are underway, warm smiles of hospitality and affection are shared by all and the home life [...]
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Festival dei 2Mondi
A trip to Spoleto in July is a magical experience. Staying at Homebase Abroad’s Casa Magnolia completes the experience.
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Antoinetta’s Tiramisu
Homebase Abroad’s Mara Solomon divulges the Tiramisu recipe of Antoinetta the chef for Villa Le Ripe in Tuscany.
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11 for ’11: Palazzo Santa Croce
From its perch above Positano, this renowned villa hides a stunning art collection and private indoor spa within its walls – perfect for winter inspiration and rejuvenation.
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Our Favorite Things: Lucca Olive Oil in Autumn
The delicate, smooth olive oil from this region of Tuscany draws foodies and non-fanatics alike for a spirited fall harvest made even better by favorable villa rates at Lucca’s Campitino.
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Annual Villa Guide Highlights the World’s Best
This month’s Conde Nast Traveler highlights exquisite villa vacation properties around the globe
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Conde Nast Traveler Defines Luxury Abroad
In its annual ‘Villa Vacations’ issue, the venerable magazine serves discerning travelers with a hit list of high-caliber villas and the industry’s leading villa rental agents, including Homebase Abroad’s Mara Solomon.
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