@ Rocky Sardinian Cove Daisy begins her tour of "Islands of Italy" by downloading a map of specially chosen locations! Italy - Islands We go island-hopping off the "boot" of Italy on Sardinia and Sicily! There is so much for the pets to enjoy here, from the dozens of flawless sandy beaches, vibrant, colourful houses and special flora and fauna. The architecture reflects the melting pot of travellers from ancient empires of Europe, Africa and the Middle East that used the islands as a stopping-off place—the Byzantines, Phoenicians and of course, the Spanish, all of whom have left their mark. The water is perfectly clear, making it ultra-inviting for pets who want to try their paw at snorkling! And there's a banger of a surprise on Sicily, home to Europe's largest volcano, Mount Etna! It's classed as active, but pets need have no fear—that just means it's erupted once since the last Ice Age! Rest assured, your picnics will not be disturbed! Rocky Sardinian Cove With a morning spent in happily sailing the ocean blue around the island of Sardinia, the pets can pull in on the coastline wherever they want to explore. Just remember to tie the boat up firmly, chaps and chapesses, for when you're ready to embark again!
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Daisy shook paws with Minnie the Mouse in Trousers. They both received one silver mole!
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Daisy visits "Islands of Italy"!
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@ La Macchinina Rossa -- Little Red Car "We'll be spending at least three days in Venice, as there's so much to see, Daisy!" remarked Molly Malone. "It says in our brochure it's one of the most recognisable destinations in the world thanks to its unique construction of canals and bridges. It says the main city of Venice is made up of 118 islands connected only by 400 bridges and 170 canals. It’s renowned for its gondolas, flat bottomed Venetian rowing boats that are the equivalent to taxis. Becoming a gondolier is no easy feat as you need a professional licence that’s only granted after 400 hours of training." "It doesn't sound as bad as London black cab drivers having to take The Knowledge before being granted a licence. That can take three or four years!" remarked Daisy. La Macchinina Rossa -- Little Red Car The Fiat 500 is an iconic Italian design. It's just the job to take a group of pets on a sightseeing tour ending in a picnic in the beautiful Italian countryside!
While touring Italy, you met Molly Malone.
Daisy shook paws with Molly Malone the Golden retriever. They both received one silver mole!
@ Deep Blue Sea Daisy and Bahama were entranced on reaching this Mediterranean viewpoint and eagerly posed for a picture standing on either side! Deep Blue Sea Whether you chose to visit Sardinia to check out Phoenician or Roman ruins, or just to soak up some sun and enjoy some excellent Sardinian wines, you're sure to have a great time.
While touring Italy, you met Bahama.
Daisy shook paws with Bahama the Luscious Lilac Dolphin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Cagliari, Sardinia “Wouldn't it be lovely to live in a lighthouse like this one pictured in our itinerary in Genoa? So romantic!" mused Daisy, sipping a leisurely espresso. "Well, I don't know," said Midnite. "It's not all about drinking coffee and gazing at the sea. You have run up and down stairs to operate the light and the foghorn, and there may be no running water or electricity apart from a generator." Daisy considered this. "Mine would be a luxurious, converted, non-operational lighthouse, then." Cagliari, Sardinia Sardinia is one of the most mysterious places on earth. The oldest landmass in Europe, it has archaeological sites, discovered in the 1970s, that date from between 1900 and 730 BCE (Sardinia’s Stonehenge).
While touring Italy, you met Midnite.
Daisy shook paws with Midnite the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sardinian Haven On disembarking from the tour bus, Nano surveyed the current stopping place. “Would you fancy living here, Daisy?” "Well, it's certainly a bit different to where we live," said Daisy. "But I could get used to it, I daresay!" Sardinian Haven Sardinia is undoubtedly best known for limpid turquoise sea and exquisite beaches on the Costa Smeralda, but there are plenty of those elsewhere on the island too. Food and wine is just as important here as well – the island is a designated ‘Blue Zone’, a region where the people live longer and healthier lives than anywhere else on the planet.
While touring Italy, you met Nano.
Daisy shook paws with Nano the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Royal Olive Oil “Oh wow, Daisy, there's a butterfly!” Flicka cried out. “It looks like a Mazarine Blue," replied Daisy knowledgeably. Royal Olive Oil There are over 400 varieties of olive in Italy! Each Italian region has its own special cultivars. For example, Ortice from Campania is one of the oldest olive trees in Italy dating back to 539 BCE; spicy and slightly bitter with elegant and well-balanced tones of fresh tomatoes and vegetables.
While touring Italy, you met Flicka.
Daisy shook paws with Flicka the Green Rapid Dragonfly. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sardinian Seaside Delight Daisy and Mrs Wabbit were entranced on reaching this Mediterranean viewpoint and eagerly posed for a picture standing on either side! Sardinian Seaside Delight About a quarter of the island of Sardinia is designated as either a National Park or other protected reserve territory, so much of the environment is unspoiled. The naturalists in your family can have a great time trying to spot incredibly rare creatures such as the Sardinian Fox or the Mediterranean Monk Seal!
While touring Italy, you met Mrs Wabbit.
Daisy shook paws with Mrs Wabbit the Brown Rustic Rabbit. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sea Glass Fragments "'Bella Italia!'" read out Mr. Dylan from their tour brochure. " 'A country in which you will be swept off your paws by quaint seaside villages, pastoral countryside, idyllic islands, dramatic mountains and ancient historic cities. It's easy to understand why Bella Italia is one of the most romantic destinations in the world.'" Daisy settled back in her tour bus seat. "It's certainly been all that so far, Mr. Dylan!" Sea Glass Fragments Sea glass is essentially pieces of glass ground smooth by the action of the sea. Taking anything from 20 to 100 years to complete the process, the end results can be exquisite. Jewellery made from sea glass will be absolutely unique.
While touring Italy, you met Mr. Dylan.
Daisy shook paws with Mr. Dylan the Yellow Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ I saw one ship go sailing by "Hey, it says in our tour guide that construction of the 8-storey Leaning Tower of Pisa started in 1173 and took 200 years to complete! It quite puts that two-week delay on your bathroom tiling project into perspective, doesn't it, Tweety Pi?" remarked Daisy. "Also, the name of the architect has been lost in the sands of time. You sort of wonder whether he'd have wanted his name to be linked to a tower that leans so noticeably to one side!" Tweety Pi leaned across to read the description of the famous Leaning Tower. "It's good in a way that we can celebrate such an apparent disaster," he said. "It says here that it's a very popular design for wedding cakes!" I saw one ship go sailing by Sardinia presents a huge range of activities for a holiday. From the sunbathing perfection of its Mediterranean beaches to the exploration of sites such as Su Nuraxi di Barumini - a building structure dating from the Megalithic period - there is something to interest everypet.
While touring Italy, you met Tweety Pi.
Daisy shook paws with Tweety Pi the Green Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Lavender Shop “Wouldn't it be lovely to live in a lighthouse like this one pictured in our itinerary in Genoa? So romantic!" mused Daisy, sipping a leisurely espresso. "Well, I don't know," said Bahama. "It's not all about drinking coffee and gazing at the sea. You have run up and down stairs to operate the light and the foghorn, and there may be no running water or electricity apart from a generator." Daisy considered this. "Mine would be a luxurious, converted, non-operational lighthouse, then." Lavender Shop While strolling round idyllic Sardinia you may come across this delightful little shop offering all things lavender! You will find plants, bath foam, perfume sprays, fragrant sachets and more!
While touring Italy, you met Bahama.
Daisy shook paws with Bahama the Luscious Lilac Dolphin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Turquoise Surf "What are you doing, Choose a name?" asked Daisy, coming across her friend in the hotel lounge, clutching a notebook and pen. "I'm keeping a diary of our experiences on this trip, Daisy. I don't want to forget anything!" responded Choose a name. "Oh, and the tour guide taught me a lovely phrase just now—Dall'Italia, con amore!—'From Italy, with love'. I'm going to use it on my postcards home to my Mum." Turquoise Surf Enjoy the crystal clear waters of Cala Gonone, Italy. Who'll be the first to get their surf board out?
While touring Italy, you met Choose a name.
Daisy shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Canopied Café "That was a lovely risotto we had for supper last night, wasn't it, Elsa?" remarked Daisy. "On our table the waiter explained that risotto is a rice dish with origins in Lombardy. It’s cooked in a broth to make it creamy. It must be made with a short-grain variant of Italian rice, usually Arborio, as this absorbs less water and gives the risotto a sticky texture," said Elsa. Canopied Café A romantic setting for an outdoor café terrace area, where one can sip delicious coffee or indulge in an ice cream under a canopy of vine leaves.
While touring Italy, you met Elsa.
Daisy shook paws with Elsa the Sparkling Snow Foxee. They both received one silver mole!
@ Cheer Me Up Tiramisu "We'll be seeing a bit of everything here in Italy," remarked get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20. "You could say, from Giotto to gelato!" "That pistachio gelato we had last night was superb!" marvelled Daisy. "You can certainly tell the difference between Italian ice cream and the mass produced stuff we have at home!" Cheer Me Up Tiramisu Tiramisu is a coffee-flavoured Italian dessert. The name comes from the Italian tirami sù, meaning "pick me up" or "cheer me up". This luscious pud is made of sponge fingers dipped in coffee, layered with a whipped mixture of eggs, sugar, and mascarpone cheese, flavoured with cocoa. For that finishing touch, sprinkle with chocolate shreds and a sprig of fresh mint!
While touring Italy, you met get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20.
Daisy shook paws with get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20 the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
get-a-job-bring-me-a-mouse-and-a-20 and you found 20 Travel Tokens!
@ Cala Gonone "I think there'll be quite a few tired paws, wings and flippers when we get back to the tour bus," said Shadow, after she and Daisy had spent some time exploring another narrow, winding alleyway to its end. "Is there a gift shop at the end?" enquired Daisy. "The thought of that generally keeps me going." Cala Gonone An Italian seaside town in Sardinia. Due to the quality of its waters, Cala Gonone is a popular tourist venue.
While touring Italy, you met Shadow.
Daisy shook paws with Shadow the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ White Peacock Half way through Daisy's tour of "Islands of Italy", she finds a special prize! Bulrush Field If you're needing a place to relax and forget about your troubles, spend an afternoon resting among the bulrushes. White Peacock The white peacock fans out its snowy train to display its feathers of cloudy magnificence. The all-white color of a peacock is a trait of beauty among a species of beautiful birds. A white version of an animal can be found in nearly any species, but the white peacock is not an albino.
While touring Italy, you met Elvis.
Daisy shook paws with Elvis the Hound Dog. They both received one silver mole!
@ Let's Go A'Sailing Daisy was listening enraptured to strains of music reaching them from a street violin player. “My mum used to sing this, Joonie!” he exclaimed happily. "O Sole Mio or My Own Sun. This takes me back!" Let's Go A'Sailing Here's a splendid little sailing boat all ready for a group of pets to jump aboard and go for a fun afternoon sailing around the lovely island of Sicily!
While touring Italy, you met Joonie.
Daisy shook paws with Joonie the Black Panther. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sicilian Town “Where are we now, Daisy?” asked Storm. "If it's Tuesday this must be Tuscany!" joked Daisy. "Only kidding—let me check the map!" Sicilian Town A charming jumble of colourful houses is to be found in this Sicilian town.
While touring Italy, you met Storm.
Daisy shook paws with Storm the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sicilian Boating Trip “I don't know how to pronounce half of these place names, Daisy!” said Ailfric ruefully. "Never mind," said Daisy. "We'll look them up when we get back to the hotel tonight!" Sicilian Boating Trip Hire a sailing boat with a skipper; anchor offshore to take a dip in the clear waters. We suggest to diving pets and those who love to explore the underwater world to be equipped with snorkels so that they can admire the various species of marine life that populate these waters, like scorpion fish, morays or starfishes!
While touring Italy, you met Ailfric.
Daisy shook paws with Ailfric the Elf Baby. They both received one silver mole!
@ Mural Apricot On disembarking from the tour bus, DIDI surveyed the current stopping place. “Would you fancy living here, Daisy?” "Well, it's certainly a bit different to where we live," said Daisy. "But I could get used to it, I daresay!" Mural Apricot A sun-baked wall in warm apricot where the sage green shutters provide the perfect complementary colour. While the town drowses in the afternoon heat, this house interior looks invitingly cool.
While touring Italy, you met DIDI.
Daisy shook paws with DIDI the Blue Thunder Monster Baby. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sicilian Sea Holly "Italian pets talk with their paws an awful lot, don't they, Choose a name?" remarked Daisy. "You know, I was talking to the tour guide about that, Daisy. She said the gestures originate from the Romans who used chironomia, which incorporates hand movements into everyday language. They aren’t random gestures, each one has a meaning; so as a foreign pet, you never really known what they mean!" Sicilian Sea Holly This is a fine specimen of sea holly (Eryngium maritimum) found in the Mediterranean. This spiky beauty changes colour from blue, green and brown depending on the season.
While touring Italy, you met Choose a name.
Daisy shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Tricolour Pig Daisy flicked through the phrasebook. “The tour guide at the door of the museum this morning said Prego! as she ushered us all in. She said it meant ‛After you'. I asked her especially.” “It's one of those terms that mean a number of things: ‛you're welcome', ‛don't mention it', ‛not at all', ‛after you!'. For example, if I reached for your bottle of orange juice you'd say, “Prego!—meaning ‛Please! Help yourself!” “No, I wouldn't. I'd jolly well tell you to get your paws off it,” grumbled Daisy. “It's very confusing, having just one word covering half a dozen situations.” “Would you rather have to learn half a dozen different phrases, like you'd have in English, to cover each one?” Daisy thought about it for a while. “You may have a point there, Safeara!” she said. Tricolour Pig I'm a tricolour pig, de diddly dee I'm not very big, de diddly dee My appearance is trig, de diddly dee And I'm dancing a jig, de diddly dee!
An Italian pig, de diddly dee I don't give a fig, de diddly dee For truffles I dig, de diddly dee As blythe as a grig, de diddly dee!
While touring Italy, you met Safeara.
Daisy shook paws with Safeara the Silver Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Land Ahoy! “If there's time at the end when we get back to the hotel, I might do some initial sketches for a watercolour painting," Choose a name said, offering Daisy a chestnut biscotto from the bag and then unwrapping one for herself. “That sounds like a good plan, Choose a name!" said Daisy. Land Ahoy! Such fun for everypet to take a sailing boat on a trip round Sicily in Italy!
While touring Italy, you met Choose a name.
Daisy shook paws with Choose a name the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Couture Boutique “You know, I'd like to spend a whole week in this region here, Daisy!” said Finley. "It's very pleasant indeed—but you never know, the next part of the tour might be even better!" replied Daisy. Couture Boutique This modest Sicilian frontage conceals the fact that behind its walls is an amazing ladies' fashion establishment. Check out their Facebook page! https://www.facebook.com/ElioFronterreAtelier45
While touring Italy, you met Finley.
Daisy shook paws with Finley the Ragdoll Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Strombolicchio, Sicily “Buongiorno, Daisy!” said Esmeralda. "That means 'good morning', you know!" Daisy sniffed. "So—can I say it back, or do I have to say a different form of it, or say prego, or something?" “Just say it back, Daisy!" "Well, buongiorno to you too, then," said Daisy. Strombolicchio, Sicily Strombolicchio is a sea stack of volcanic origin 2 km (1.2 miles) to the northeast of the island of Stromboli in the Aeolian Islands of Italy. Its name in the Sicilian language means Little Stromboli.
While touring Italy, you met Esmeralda.
Daisy shook paws with Esmeralda the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Italy “If there's time at the end when we get back to the hotel, I might do some initial sketches for a watercolour painting," Luckyice said, offering Daisy a chestnut biscotto from the bag and then unwrapping one for himself. “That sounds like a good plan, Luckyice!" said Daisy. Italy Italy, southern Europe, is a boot-shaped country is one of the world's most popular travel destinations for a number of reasons that include art treasures, trendy fashion, stunning landscapes, passionate people and top class cuisine.
While touring Italy, you met Luckyice.
Daisy shook paws with Luckyice the Arctic Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Tuscan Delicacy “Let's practise saying 'hello' in Italian," said Mikey. "That's an easy one—Ciao!” said Daisy, beaming happily. "Mm—yes, and mmm—no," replied Mikey. "You should only say Ciao to pets you know very well. You mustn't say it to somepet's grandmother who you haven't met before, and you shouldn't walk into a shop and say it. It's far too informal." “So what do you say then?" queried Daisy, somewhat grumpily. "The simplest thing to say to friends or strangers to greet them is Salve!" replied Mikey. Tuscan Delicacy Figs have been in Tuscany for centuries and the town of Carmignano, just outside Florence, is famous for its desiccated figs. Only available from September to October, the delicious fruit is still sought after in modern-day Italy. In fact, so entrenched it is in the Italian language that it originated many sayings and proverbs.
While touring Italy, you met Mikey.
Daisy shook paws with Mikey the Miner's Cat. They both received one silver mole!
@ Mediterranean Diet “What have you got in your rucksack, Twitch?” asked Daisy. “It looks very full!” “I’ve come prepared for anything, Daisy,” responded Twitch. “There’s canvas deck shoes, tennis shoes, flip-flops, sandshoes, walking boots, sandals, loafers—you name it, I’ve got it!” Mediterranean Diet This delicious looking snack contains cherry tomatoes, mozzarella cheese and basil leaves. The colours echo those of the tricolor, the Italian flag.
While touring Italy, you met Twitch.
Daisy shook paws with Twitch the Brown Rustic Rabbit. They both received one silver mole!
@ Heavenly Hibiscus “Buongiorno, Daisy!” said Choose a name ♡ Molly. "That means 'good morning', you know!" Daisy sniffed. "So—can I say it back, or do I have to say a different form of it, or say prego, or something?" “Just say it back, Daisy!" "Well, buongiorno to you too, then," said Daisy. Heavenly Hibiscus This gorgeous hibiscus with its large, showy yellow petals and crimson centre is found on the isle of Sicily. The hibiscus flourishes in warm and tropical climates.
While touring Italy, you met Choose a name ♡ Molly.
Daisy shook paws with Choose a name ♡ Molly the Tabby Cat. They both received one silver mole!
Choose a name ♡ Molly and you found 10 Travel Tokens!
@ Cream Terrace “Wouldn't it be lovely to live in a lighthouse like this one pictured in our itinerary in Genoa? So romantic!" mused Daisy, sipping a leisurely espresso. "Well, I don't know," said Shadow. "It's not all about drinking coffee and gazing at the sea. You have run up and down stairs to operate the light and the foghorn, and there may be no running water or electricity apart from a generator." Daisy considered this. "Mine would be a luxurious, converted, non-operational lighthouse, then." Cream Terrace This Sicilian terrace, drowsing in the sun, offers an ideal spot to rest and relax over ice cream at a café or to sample the local cuisine at a cosy restaurant. Time to get those holiday postcards home written, perhaps!
While touring Italy, you met Shadow.
Daisy shook paws with Shadow the Black Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Salina Islands, Sicily As Daisy's tour of "Islands of Italy" comes to an end, she rests under a shady tree and looks back on a perfect day. False Harvest Floral Display It's not time for the autumn season yet, is it? These flowers may make you second-guess yourself as their hues are more commonly associated with the changing of seasons. Don't let that turn you away, these full blossoms thrive in any environment. Salina Islands, Sicily Salina is an Aeolian island, where small vineyards produce white wine, a riot of colourful flowers climb joyously among picturesque village houses, and visiting pets enjoy laid-back holidays away from tourist hubbub, underneath the island's twin green peaks—extinct volcanoes! This is the island for losing oneself in authentic island life, for strolling through village lanes, eating delicious meals made from local produce as well as sampling the sweet Malvasia wine. Daisy has completed their tour of "Islands of Italy"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour part of Italy!
While touring Italy, you met Icicle.
Daisy shook paws with Icicle the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
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