Tony Maniscalco
Tony Maniscalco is the Sales and Marketing for Ramblers Worldwide Holidays. Both a travel company and a charitable trust, Ramblers Worldwide have been operating since 1946 and now offer over 250 holidays in more than 70 different countries. They are dedicated to providing the very finest walking holidays at the best value prices.
Articles by this Author
3 Cultural Experiences You Can’t Miss in Turkey
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 03/10/2010
- Travel
Every year, many tourists decide to explore the cultural delights of Turkey Walks are a fantastic way to see all that the country has to offer, taking you through ancient ruins and bustling towns and along spectacular coastlines
Colourful Walks in Turkey
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 03/8/2010
- Travel
Turkey has a landscape rich in culture, vibrant history, vibrant colours Here we have a guide to Turkey, walking with one colour at a time
Turkey Walks and Tours for the True Adventurer
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 03/8/2010
- Travel
What better way to truly take in the sights, sounds, smells, tastes and cultures of new and exciting places than on a walking holiday Of course it’s the ideal way of staying fit and active too
Walking Picturesque Pelion
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 03/6/2010
- Travel
Walking in Greece is the perfect way to discover parts of the country that you wouldn’t see on ordinary package holidays When the locals want to holiday in their homeland, they don’t head to the typical holiday resorts of Crete and Kavos, but rather the quiet and calm atmosphere of the Pelion Peninsula
A Spot of Culture in Sparta
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 03/4/2010
- Travel
Off the beaten tourist track and away from the ‘sun, sea and sand’ holidaymakers, Sparta is the perfect place to get a spot of culture while you’re walking in Greece The town, reconstructed following the Greek War of Independence, lies on the site of the original Sparta and has a typically Grecian laidback feel, thanks to its wide avenues and large squares
Magnificent Mountains and Gorgeous Gorges in Greece
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 03/4/2010
- Travel
From the heady heights of the mountains to the glorious depths of the gorges, walking in Greece affords the chance to see some spectacular scenery Whether you are gazing out over the ocean from the top of an ancient volcano, or traipsing through the rocky terrain of a gorge, the views are breathtaking
Pizza and Pizzazz in Italy’s South
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 03/4/2010
- Travel
How do you cook the perfect pizza The answer lies somewhere in Italy’s south, where the first pizza was invented by Raffaele Esposito back in 1889
Walking With Tradition – The Food of Tuscany
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 03/2/2010
- Travel
Everyone’s reasons for coming to Italy are different Some come for the culture and the rich and tempestuous history; some come for the relaxation and the laid-back lifestyle; and some come for the sheer beauty and diversity of Italy’s stunning landscape
Walking in Greece – How to Really See the Country
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 02/26/2010
- Travel
Greece is a magnificent country and a great holiday destination Home to Europe’s first true civilization on Crete, today Greece offers a vast range of things to see and do
The Joys of Walking in Italy
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 02/26/2010
- Travel
Ah, La Bella Italia Whenever one thinks of a holiday in Italy, it’s hard not to smile
The Palio – Italy’s Most Thrilling Horse Race
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 02/25/2010
- Travel
One visit to the enchanting walled city of Siena in Italy will leave you completely under her spell and planning to return before you have even left Set amongst the rolling hills and valleys of the burnt Tuscan landscape, walking in Italy in and around this ancient Etruscan town will open a portal into a world of history, culture and true romance that can only be found in Italy
Mamma Mia in Greece
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 02/10/2010
- Travel
Go walking in Greece on the beautiful island of Skopelos The island was the setting for the hit musical ‘Mamma Mia’ and on a walking break you too can sing and dance your way around the island
Exploring the Turkish Coast on Foot and by Boat
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 02/10/2010
- Travel
Looking for some unforgettable Turkey walks Whether it is just on foot or by boat as well, the Turkish coast is ripe for exploration
Walking in Greece in Easter and Christmas
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 02/9/2010
- Travel
Interested in walking in Greece away from the summer crowds Christmas and Easter can be great times to explore the country on foot
Walking Through Myth and History in Greece
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 02/8/2010
- Travel
No country has such famous myths and Greece Discover the sights behind the stories whilst walking in Greece
3 Inviting Aspects of the Isle of Ischia
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 01/18/2010
- Travel
The largest of the Neapolitan islands, the Isle of Ischia, is the perfect place for both relaxing and walking in Italy Just a few miles away from Naples, this volcanic island is made up of statuesque mountains, and beautiful beaches, attracting visitors from both Italy and beyond
5 Highlights of Walking in the Sorrento Peninsula
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 01/18/2010
- Travel
If you want to enjoy some truly stunning walking in Italy, head to the Sorrento Peninsula Learn more about five of the best regional highlights
The Kaçkar Mountains – Turkey's Hidden Secret
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 01/15/2010
- Travel
If you want to get off the beaten track and discover some of the best Turkey walks, head to the Kaçkar Mountains
The Kaçkar Mountains – Turkey's Hidden Secret
Away from the overcrowded coastline of Western Turkey lies a hiker's paradise – the Kaçkar Mountains
Walking Through History in the Pelion Peninsula
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 01/15/2010
- Travel
Visit the Pelion Peninsula, and you’ll be able to enjoy some of the very best walking in Greece Learn more about the regional highlights
Volterra – an Etruscan Treasure
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 01/9/2010
- Travel
In a country as steeped in history and culture as Italy, it would be impossible to overlook the importance of Volterra, one of the lesser known hilltop towns in Tuscany Its rich Etruscan heritage and extensive collection of medieval and Renaissance art, sees this tiny Tuscan gem as a destination in its own right; and its close proximity to Siena, San Gimignano and Pisa makes it an ideal base from which to explore the rest of the region
Legends of Santorini and Atlantis
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 01/7/2010
- Travel
Santorini offers visitors with one of the most distinctive images of Greece, that of the white-washed buildings and their blue-domed roofs The island is known for its spectacular sunsets, which feature on many tourist postcards of the island
Walking in the Lycian National Parks
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 01/3/2010
- Travel
Shrouded in mystery and intrigue, the history of Lycia is not as clear or well-documented as that of many other cultures However what is known is that the fierce independence of the Lycians, which was much admired by their Greek neighbours, led them to form the world’s first free government
4 Highlights of Walking in KwaZulu-Natal
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 12/23/2009
- Travel
If you like to spend your holidays wildlife watching and walking, South Africa is a destination you won't want to miss The landscapes vary from coastlines to mountain ranges, game reserves to wineland regions and, wherever you choose to go in this country, you are sure to find some truly breathtaking scenery for unforgettable walking holidays
Highlights of Hiking in South Africa
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 12/20/2009
- Travel
Few can deny the beauty of South Africa, nor can it be denied that the best way to discover this beauty is on foot South Africa hiking will lead you along winding coastal paths where waves crash below, up mountain peaks overlooking oceans and metropolitan centres, through areas of low bushveld, and through lush green forests
Four Seasons in Portugal
- By Tony Maniscalco
- Published 12/20/2009
- Travel
With a climate dictated on two sides by Spain and on the other two by the warm North Atlantic region, Portugal is a destination blessed with enviable weather practically year-round With over three hundred days of sunshine annually, planning walking holidays in Portugal is simply a matter of where, not when






