You can never tire of small hilltop towns in Tuscany. Each of them has its own character and atmosphere. Montalcino, near the Abbey of Sant’Antimo, is one of them, with charming cobbled streets, medieval walls and a stunning ancient castle. It is the place to go when you are wondering where to go in Tuscany. […]
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One of the best things to do in Lake Como is surely to visit the city’s historic center. Como is a city full of medieval districts. In the large Piazza Duomo, the heart of this old Roman city, you can find the Civic Tower, the Broletto and the Duomo. The Broletto, the ancient seat of […]
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Hi Christina, I just wanted to send you a quick note to let you know that our trip went off last week without a hitch. Everything was great. The private tours and escorts were the best (especially when we were leaving Venice and going to the airport. I’m not sure I would have navigated that […]
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What to do in Venice: island hopping
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Visiting Venice is always an unforgettable experience. Sightseeing, shopping, eating and getting lost along the canals, – there are so many things to do in Venice when we are wondering what to do in Venice. Among many exciting activities that this magnificent city offers to visitors island hopping is quite unique. After all, how many […]
Blog, Food & Wine, Italy Attractions, Italy Honeymoon, Travel Tips
Italy Attractions: Trattoria and Osteria
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If one day somebody calculated how many tourists visit traditional Italian trattoria and osteria, I am sure the footfall would be on a par with the Colosseum, Uffizi Gallery and The Doge’s Palace. After all, food and wine are among top Italy attractions. A traditional trattoria is a simple, less formal than a restaurant, eatery […]
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Private Tours of Italy Ideas: Lecce, Puglia
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Dubbed the Florence of the South, Lecce, a beautiful city in the Puglia region of Italy, can easily steal your heart. Visiting the city can be organised as part of our private tours of Italy. However, don’t expect to see Renaissance gems here: it is famous for opulent Baroque style architecture, which is so distinctive […]
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Top places to visit in Italy: Volterra, Tuscany
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What are the top places to visit in Italy ? One of many stunning places to visit in Tuscany is Volterra, an ancient hill town that has one of the best preserved medieval centers in Italy. Volterra was one of the main Etruscan cities from the 4th – 6th centuries BC and you can still […]
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Churches in Venice: private tours of Italy ideas
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There are over 250 churches in Venice, each one better than another. Even smaller ones were built by greatest architects and decorated by artists such as Tintoretto, Titian, Veronese, Bellini, Lotto. The most famous of churches in Venice is Patriarchal Cathedral Basilica of Saint Mark, commonly known as Saint Mark’s Basilica, a gem of the […]
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Private tour of Rome: Tiber Island
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Jul
Jul
Few cities in the world can count on such a large number of fascinating places such as Rome; that said here’s an idea for your next private tour of Rome. Enjoy a walk in Tiber Island and discover its historic bridges ! The Tiber Island is the only city island on the Tiber, connected to […]
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What to do in Sicily: gorge on chocolate in Modica
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What to do in Sicily ? The ancient Modica is one of the most beautiful towns in Sicily with its opulent Sicilian baroque architecture that leaves any visitor in awe. However, when you are in town make sure you do not forget to devote some time to another local attraction: Modica chocolate. Spanish conquistadores brought […]