Did you know that you can go on a leisurely boat ride not far from the Spanish Steps in Rome? Villa Borghese is one of famous places in Rome where you could easily spend a day there visiting museums, galleries, walking and relaxing during your private tour of Italy. One of the largest parks in […]
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Sicily is a paradise for foodies and one of the best places to eat in Italy. The island’s eventful past has shaped its culture, architecture and, most of all, its traditional cuisine. Ancient Greeks brought olives and established wine making, Romans cleared patches of land for grain cultivation and introduced fava beans and lentils. During […]
Blog, Food & Wine, Italian Vacations, Italy Attractions
Best things to do in Rome: day tour to Castelli Romani
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Nov
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When in Rome do as the Romans do. They leave the city on weekends to relax, breath fresh air and eat well. So, one of the best things to do in Rome, after you have done sightseeing and shopping, is follow the locals and go on a day trip to Castelli Romani. Castelli Romani is […]
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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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Nov
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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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Nov
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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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Nov
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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 […]
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Nov
Nov
Hi Paola, We just returned from Italy and I’m happy to say you did a great job, AGAIN! We were thrilled with our northern Italy vacation you arranged for us last year, and I couldn’t imagine that it could be equaled. To my delight, this year’s Amalfi Coast vacation was just as wonderful!! Once again […]