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Introducing New Elite Collection of European Tours

26 Mar 2013 / Compass Editor

Kensington is proud to now offer an Elite Collection of European tours for travelers looking for rare experiences, one of a kind moments, and exclusive access. Experience the grandeur of the Sistine Chapel afterhours alone with expert private guide or walk through Voltaire's private library or tour St. Petersburg on a private excursion led by Dostoevsky's great grandson. These are just a few examples of our extraordinary portfolio, hand-crafted by our team of Senior European Specialists.
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Food & Wine

Snapshots of the Easy Life in Sicily

13 Feb 2013 / Europe Desitnation Expert

After spending a week in Sicily I decided that two things are required to visit this extraordinary island - a desire for diverse experiences and a ferocious appetite. Sicily is an island best explored without a stiff itinerary, allowing ample time to wander and explore its sometimes hidden treasures. Here’s another thing I learned – a private guide and driver are essential assets to help learn and discover the varietal gems of this island.
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Travel

Being Driven Around The French Riviera For A Day Is Pretty Awesome

15 Jun 2012 / Compass Editor

Miss Expatria, Christine Cantera, is not a fan of tours - big or small. She set aside her reservations for a day and took a private-guided tour of the French Riviera with Kensington Tours. The verdict? "An absolutely fantastic day. We learned a lot, we covered a lot of ground, and we never once felt rushed or wrangled or herded in any way.
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Travel

Reasons not to miss Topkapi Palace in Instanbul, Turkey

29 Mar 2012 / Compass Editor

Istanbul is the most famous city to visit on Turkey tours. While the city is home to a plethora of cultural, artistic and historic sights, those who overlook a chance to see Topkapi Palace will be kicking themselves once they leave. Intriguing Palace History: Topkapi's history has expertly been preserved by making much of the palace into a museum. The castle, in addition to being a large visual point for the city, was also the setting for many of Istanbul's most intriguing historic events.
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