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T&T's Real Travels in Italy
$19.99

Through Venice's canals and Tuscany's vineyards, from the fine art of Florence to the ancient ruins of Rome, you'll experience a renaissance of Italian dolce vita. Enjoy the espresso buzz and pull back the Carnival mask on Italy.

We travel through Venice, Florence, Siena, Rome, and more, and introduce you to the artisans, experts, and locals who make this country as warm as the fabled Tuscan sun.


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Concerning Hobbits
November 11, 2004

Step into the fantasy world of Middle Earth, which bears a striking resemblence to both the rural English countryside and a certain New Zealand farm. In the middle of the North Island, surrounded by sheep and not much else, the little town of Matamata became host to J.R.R. Tollkien's hobbits. The Shire is alive and well and tucked into New Zealand's green hills.


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T&T's Real Travelogue Tolkien travels
June 23, 2008

Fans of the Lord of the Rings books and movies must make a pilgrimage to Matamata to see J.R.R. Tolkien's Hobbiton come alive.

This last remaining movie set is as perfectly picturesque as the mythical Shire, home to Bilbo, Frodo, Sam, and furry-footed friends.

And it's all tucked away in the center of New Zealand's north island. Join the fellowship, and see for yourself in our latest video podcast.

Visit our podcast page and click on either the iTunes or RSS link to subscribe.

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