 Dear
Friends,
This
winter, the eyes of the world turn to Torino (Turin in English) as the city hosts
the 20th Olympic Winter Games. This elegant city is the capital of Piemonte (Piedmont)
- the birthplace of Italian unity and the source of such Italian icons as the
Fiat, vermouth, and breadsticks (grissini). The vineyard-covered hills
of the south central area make this one of Italy's greatest winegrowing regions.
I
first visited Torino when I attended the wedding of former Doorways intern, Laura
Petiti, to photographer Matt Molchen (see some of his photos in the Piemonte photo
album). I discovered a graceful, elegant city with superb Baroque architecture
and excellent museums set against a backdrop of Alpine foothills. The restful
landscape of the Langhe area reminded me of Tuscany — rolling hills dotted
with vineyards and hazelnut groves and topped with castles and medieval villages.
And, of course, I have spent time in Piemonte on Lago Maggiore. I am headed back
to Piemonte in December to search for new properties there.
If you are
looking for gorgeous Alpine scenery, medieval villages and castles, or if you
have a special interest in food, wine, truffles, caves, Egyptology, architecture,
or pristine natural beauty — you will love Piemonte. I do! Ciao,
Kit |
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APARMENT AVAILABLE FOR THE OLYMPICS
The
elegant Gioiello
Apartment (sleeps 8) in the heart of Torino is an ideal base for attending
the Olympics and exploring one of Italy's most gracious cities.
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NEWS
FROM DOORWAYS
NEXT
STOP — CROATIA? Doorways is considering Croatia as our next destination.
With its marvelous stretch of Adriatic coast, Croatia is one of the most beautiful
places in Europe. If you are interested in renting a villa in Croatia in the future,
contact Kit: kitb@doorwaysltd.com. ITALY'S
BEST-SELLING COOKBOOK COMES TO AMERICA — Il Cucchiaio d'Argento,
known as the bible of Italian cooking, was published in 1950 and became an instant
classic. Now in English for the first time, The Silver Spoon features 2,000
recipes. NEW
YORK, NY — Spa Finder, Inc., announced its 2005 Readers' Choice awards.
France's Evian Royal Resort was named best spa in Europe. The award for best Italian
spa went to Fonteverde Natural Spa Resort, in San Casciano dei Bagni.
PARIS,
FRANCE — We have been carefully monitoring the situation in France. Get
the latest updates at www.travel.state.gov.
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WEBSITE
TIPS We
have hundreds of wonderful properties on our web site. Each has its own unique
features — from air-conditioning to tennis courts, from villas with sea views
to large estates for weddings and family reunions. When
browsing our web site, click Featured Villas (on the menu bar at the top of each
page) to find villas sorted by category.
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Indoor/outdoor
living at Villa
Marina (sleeps 9), located on the spectacular promontory of Portofino, just
two hours from Torino. |
COMING
ATTRACTIONS Shop
'till you drop! From designer outlets to flea markets, our January newsletter
previews the best of Italy. |
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“The
most important thing in the Olympic Games is not winning but taking part; the
essential thing in life is not conquering but fighting well.” —
Pierre de Coubertin, French educator |
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