The Renaissance city of Florence is choke-full of architectural gems, beautiful squares and unforgettable views. The city can be quite overwhelming for the first time visitors, so here is our list of top places to visit in Florence on yourItalian vacations. Piazza del Duomo The stunning square is dominated by the famous Cathedral of Santa Maria […]
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Asolo is a small town in Veneto, Northern Italy, one of those beautiful off-the-beaten track Italy attractions that you fall in love with at first sight. Sometimes Asolo is described as the City of a Hundred Horizons for the breathtaking vistas around it. Its ancient walls, palaces and the 12th century fortress are testimonies of […]
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Only an hour drive north of Venice lies the enchanting land of vineyards where the prized Italian sparkling wine Prosecco is made. Beautiful landscapes, charming historic towns, excellent food and wine make it one of the prettiest and top places to visit in Italy. The Prosecco wine road meanders from Conegliano to Valdobbiadene, through steep […]
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Is there a better place for a romantic Italy honeymoon than Bellagio, one of the Italian Lake District gems? It is often called the prettiest town in Europe for a reason: it is surrounded by the lush green mountains, on the shore of Lake Como. Cobbled streets are lined with bright geraniums and bougainvillea, orchestras […]
Art & Culture, Blog, Lifestyle & Trends, Undiscovered Italy
Things to do during your Tuscany Tour: Chianti Sculpture Park
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Among the things to do during your Tuscany tour, we suggest the Chianti Sculpture Park. Located near Castelnuovo Berardenga, between Florence and Siena and in the heart of Chianti, the Sculpture Park can be considered a permanent exhibition of sculptures and installations set in a beautiful and typical forest of oak and chestnut trees. This […]
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The spectacular Italian Lake region stretches between Piedmont, Lombardy and Veneto. It has been a popular destination since Roman times and remains one of the biggest tourist Italy attractions. The main lakes in the area are Como, Maggiore, Orta, Iseo and Garda, each of them differs in size and character. Como is considered by many Italy’s […]
Art & Culture, Blog, Italy Attractions, Private Tours, Travel Tips
Things to do in Sicily: Village of Gangi
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If you are in Italy and you are wondering what things to do in Sicily, do not forget to visit Gangi, a medieval village ranked among the most beautiful villages in Italy. Since 2012 the small town in the Madonie Mountains boasts the recognition of the municipality as a Jewel of Italy; in this place, […]
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If you have to go from Rome to Naples, or vice versa, do not forget to take a trip to the southwest coast of Lazio where you will find yourself fascinated by the beautiful coastline and its many beaches. The most important city on this coast is Gaeta, nicknamed the fair, the combative and the […]
Blog, Family & Kids, Food & Wine, Italian Vacations, Italy Attractions
Best restaurants in Italy: Michelin star restaurants
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Italy is a paradise for foodies with some of the best street food, rustic trattorie, innovative restaurants and fine dining establishments in Europe. If you want to experience the Italian cuisine interpreted by the country’s most talented chefs in the most sophisticated surroundings, there are many Michelin starred restaurants around the Bel Paese, which, according […]
Art & Culture, Blog, Family & Kids, Italy Attractions, Italy Honeymoon
What to do in Tuscany: visiting castles
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Tuscany is an enchanting place. Visitors fall under the spell of its gentle hills and charming towns. Many ancient fortifications, medieval towers and beautiful castles are testimony to the region’s eventful past. If you are looking for ideas on what to do in Tuscany, visiting its many castles is a great way to learn about […]