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The European grape harvest season is almost upon us! Traveling during grape harvest season is a unique time to see Europe in its brilliant splendor! Not only are the leaves changing color, but towns start to buzz with action, there are plenty of festivals to celebrate the grape harvest and some vineyards even allow you to participate in the grape stomping action. Join in the action with this Guide to Grape Harvest Seasons Across Europe.

Keytours Vacations travel packages are fully customizable. Add a day, a week, a sightseeing tour, another destination or let our expert travel consultants design something truly unique. Browse our website for great ideas or schedule a consultation with one of our expert travel consultants.

Topics: Spain, europe travel, travel, food, italy, germany, croatia, portugal, greece, austria, france, europe, food and wine, switzerland

A very important symbol of the Mediterranean, the olive tree, its fruits and the oil produced from them, have long been a common ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine dating back 6000 years. In ancient times, olive oil was also used for a variety of purposes including as lamp fuel, pharmaceutical ointment and in anointing rituals for warriors, royalty and other important people. Today, olive oil is commonly used as a cooking ingredient or enjoyed with a loaf of bread and a glass of fine wine. Olive oils differ based on a variety of factors including when the olives are picked and where the olives are grown. If you love olive oil, travel to these 10 Destinations For Olive Oil Connoisseurs.

Keytours Vacations travel packages are fully customizable. Add a day, a week, a sightseeing tour, another destination or let our expert travel consultants design something truly unique. Browse our website for great ideas or schedule a consultation with one of our expert travel consultants.

Topics: Spain, travel, food, italy, croatia, portugal, greece, argentina, europe, food and wine

Traveling solo is becoming a huge deal and a total game changer for some. Whether you are looking to soak in some sun or soak up the culture, here are a few of our top picks for where to go solo in Europe!

Keytours Vacations travel packages are fully customizable. Add a day, a week, a sightseeing tour, another destination or let our expert travel consultants design something truly unique. Browse our website for great ideas or schedule a consultation with one of our expert travel consultants.

Topics: Spain, europe travel, travel, italy, bucket list, destinations, ireland, netherlands, portugal, ireland travel, adventure, greece, france, nature, solo travel

Sightseeing tours, classes and excursions are like the icing on the cake of your travel plans. Whether you are looking for something over-the-top, awe-inspiring or tasty --- we have the excursion for you! Keytours Vacations offers tailor-made and custom packages and day trips to destinations around the world!

From Stonehenge in England to the pyramids of Egypt, we have put together a few iconic experiences and excursions to whet your appetite and add to your next trip to Egypt, Greece or Germany!

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If your family has been there and done that, or just looking for those hidden gems; this is the list for you! Imagine getting off the beaten path; gazing upon ancient lands in Jordan, living it up on the beach in Miami or contemplating the mystery of Easter Island with your family. Your unconventional family vacation will create a shared experience and memories that will last a lifetime.

Whether it's for a family reunion or simply to escape the routine chaos of home life, we can design a trip that suits the needs of every family member, from the youngest to the oldest. Keytours Vacations offers tailor-made and custom packages and day trips to destinations around the world!

We have scoured the earth for family adventures in far flung places such as Nepal and Botswana, often-overlooked treasures such as Poland and Portugal and destinations that are often not thought of as a "family destination" such as Las Vegas and Miami. And we have curated a list of unconventional family travel destinations just for you and your family. 

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Savor the flavors of Europe with these curated foodie experiences. You can take a macaron cooking class in France, a food on foot tour of Dublin, find hidden Portugal on horseback, go truffle hunting in Assisi or sample Viennese coffee in Austria! Add a foodie experience to your European vacation to connect with the culture and enjoy tasty offerings! We have curated a few of our favorite foodie experiences in Europe:

 

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Autumn is officially upon us, cueing up the crisp air and cardigans. While some of us are warming up with a cup of pumpkin spice, others just want to getaway. Escape the cold weather with a trip to a warm island destination. Whether you are looking for something stateside or a hop across the ocean, here are a few of our island destination picks:

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Every year, Condé Nast Traveler asks their readers to vote on the top travel destinations in Europe. This year, top destinations ranged from Porto, Portugal to Istanbul, Turkey. Check them out below!

9. Galway, Ireland
8. Reykjavik, Iceland
7. Bruges, Belgium
6. Dubrovnik, Croatia
5. Siena, Italy
4. Salzburg, Austria
3. San Sebastian, Spain
2. Porto, Portugal
1. Istanbul, Turkey

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This October, Keytours Vacations is heating things up with our top 10 hot travel destinations! Whether you are looking to embark on an unforgettable road trip through the breathtaking Canadian Rockies, escapade through the Greek Islands, sample Portuguese wines in Portugal or kick off EXPO in Dubai these destinations are sure to inspire your next trip to Europe, Asia, Africa or North America!

Find out why these destinations are hot and a travel package suggestion on how to get there in this post. Travel with Keytours Vacations, your expert in personalized travel experiences.

In Part 2 of our 10 Hot Travel Destinations This October, we cover our final 5 picks including Galway, Vancouver, Dubai, Athens and Porto, Portugal. Check them out below!

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Portugal is a country of rhythms and pastoral colors delightfully combined with magnificent architecture and gastronomical gems. Portugal is home to charming medieval towns, cobblestone villages, stunning beaches and buzzing nightlife. And what better way to experience Portugal than to taste their delicious foods and sample their wines.

Keytours Vacations have curated our favorite MICHELIN Star restaurants in Portugal to add to your personalized smart luxury vacation.

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