Travel in Italy

Health spas and springs in Italy: Bormio in the Valtellina

2 April, 2020

There are two destinations for summer in Italy: either the seaside or the mountains, with the latter generally being chosen by anyone over the age of 50. Escaping the oppressive heat of Milan, many oldies go to the Valtellina valley…

Venice Carnival 2010, the video

2 April, 2020

The Venice Carnival every year attracts thousands of people from all over the world. The inhabitants of Venice have always been fond of masks, so much so that in the old days when the city was a superpower, its people…

Luxury hotels in Apulia: Spa hotel Borgobianco, Polignano

2 April, 2020

Tucked away in a peaceful corner at the very heart of Apulia, one of the most beautiful Italian regions, the Borgobianco hotel is an enchanting corner of paradise offering guests the finest luxury accommodation and facilites one can imagine or…

Festivals in Italy: Putignano to host gastronomic festival "Rit o' Castidd"

2 April, 2020

An interesting event called Rit o’Castidd (which in the local vernacular means behind the castle) will soon take place in the small town of Putignano, near Bari. Located just behind the Church of Saint Peter and the Balì Palace, the…

Must-see places in Bologna: Sala Borsa in piazza del Nettuno

2 April, 2020

In the old days Piazza Nettuno in Bologna was home of the Bologna Stock Exchange, an amazing building which in 2001 was turn into a cultural venue where people can now meet, talk and buy newspapers, cds and books! Arranged…

Weekend breaks in Umbria: Nun spa hotel, Assisi

1 April, 2020

As you can easily infer from its name, the Nun hotel in Assisi was a 13th century convent which was converted into a poshy spa hotel a few years ago. There’s something magic about the place. All cells have been…

Luxury hotels in Tuscany: Petriolo Spa Resort

1 April, 2020

Surrounded by century-old trees, the Petriolo Spa hotel at Civitella Paganico, Tuscany is famous for the high quality of its service and superb cuisine. Guests can relax and rejuvenate themselves at its state of the art spa which can boast…

Luxury Milan Hotels: the Gray hotel, near the Duomo

1 April, 2020

Inaugurated in May 2003, the Gray Hotel in Milan became almost instantly a great favourite with the jet set. Located in the city centre, only steps from Piazza Duomo and the famous Teatro della Scala, the hotel provides guests with…

Terni, home of Saint Valentine, celebrates its Patron saint

1 April, 2020

For the inhabitants of Terni, a lovely town in the Umbria region, Valentine‚Äôs Day is a very special occasion; in fact Saint Valentine is the Patron Saint of the town and in order to celebrate the saint, every year Terni…

The longest torrone or nougat in the world is in Camerino, Italy

1 April, 2020

Camerino is a small town in the Marche region, now principally renown for its University. Located in the mountains near Macerata, Camerino does have a glorious past. During the Renaissance and the rule of the powerful Da Varano family, the…

Verona's best bed and breakfasts

31 March, 2020

Finding budget accommodation in Verona is, in fact, not that difficult at it seems to be a city which has taken up the Bed&Breakfast formula more readily than other tourist locations in Italy. Verona is a fabulous city to visit…

Adventure sports in Italy: canyoning in Sicily

31 March, 2020

Italy may not be the most likely destination for an adventure sports holiday, but it has some excellent options and could be great for people wanting to combine culture and sport in their travels. A nice glass of red wine…

Health spas in Tuscany: deals at Versilia thermal springs

31 March, 2020

If you didn’t spend New Year’s Eve in Italy, you still have plenty of time to enjoy the Italian winter, skiing and health spa activities. In Tuscany the Versilia Thermal Springs are offering beauty treatments and packages for the current…

Best places to sleep and eat in Sardinia: contemporary art hotel Diecizero near Cagliari

31 March, 2020

While surfing the net I came across an amazing hotel called Diecizero in Barumini, Sardegna. Actually it’s more than a simple hotel, the place is like a small, beautiful museum. It has four bedrooms which are real works of art;…

Rome on a budget: all-you-can-eat restaurants in Rome with set prices

31 March, 2020

Cheap eats in Rome can be found, you’ve just got to know where to look. Rome nightlife is full of fantastic restaurants and bars if you’re furnished with a little local knowledge, and we’ve just discovered an all-you-can-eat beer bar…

Weddings in Florence: Villa Le Piazzole accommodation and Tuscan wedding location

31 March, 2020

For a wedding location in Florence, Villa Le Piazzole is just outside the “city walls”, not far from the area of the Piazzale Michelangelo. It overlooks the surrounding hills of Tuscany and provides both Florence accommodation in a villa and…

Italy vs the tourists: disrespectful tourists ignored by locals

31 March, 2020

In a recent survey by Le vie del gusto magazine with Italy’s local mayors, it’s been revealed that despite the importance of tourism to the national economy, the relationship between local Italians and tourists in Italy is often fraught.The number…

Christmas in Val d'Aosta : Christmas markets, food festivals and art contests

30 March, 2020

December is the best month to discover (or rediscover if you have already been there) the Aosta Valley up in the north of Italy; Christmas markets and rustic food festivals (along of course with its snow trails) are its chief…

Five star hotels in Rome: Hotel de La Minerve, near Piazza Navona

29 March, 2020

Located in the historic heart of Rome, just a stone’s throw away from Piazza Navona, Piazza di Spagna and the famous Trevi Fountain, the luxury hotel De La Minerve offers the best one can get in the eternal city. With…

Shopping in Italy: luxury brand shopping after skiing and hiking the Dolomites

29 March, 2020

In Italy’s Dolomite region, in Alto Adige, the town of Dobbiaco now hosts one of the most spectacular shopping malls in Italy. Housing more than 70 luxury brands, shopping in Italy now has a 600 square metre structure for those…

Summer holidays in Italy: Hotel Pineta in the Dolomites

29 March, 2020

With temperatures on the rise we all long for a bit of fresh air! The Mondo Ayurveda package deal offered by the Pineta Hotels Wellness Resort up in the Dolomites is an opportunity not to be missed; it includes 3…

Christmas and New Year's eve holidays: Isola hotel at Recoaro Terme

29 March, 2020

For those of you who wish to start the new year in the snow, the Association Jonas is offering a special package which includes four nights accommodation at the three-star Hotel Isola in Recoaro Terme, hearty meals (and beverages), free…

Free wi-fi hotspots in Rome

28 March, 2020

Here ‘s a listing of where in Rome the public can find free Wi-Fi wireless Internet access! Hop from hotspot to hotspot and enjoy free- worry internet access!Circo Massimo/Piazza della Bocca della VeritàCampidoglio (Protomoteca e Palazzo Senatorio)Mercati Traianei/Via Quattro NovembreVilla…

Italy's beach castle at Isola Capo Rizzuto in Calabria

28 March, 2020

Planning your next summer vacation to Italy? Keep this enchanting Italian beach in Calabria in mind if you’re planning on visiting Italy’s southern coast. Calabria has beautiful seaside locations and this is definitely one. Le Castella, at Isola Capo Rizzuto,…

Owning a vintage Vespa in Italy: Milan to Rome on a 1961 Vespa

28 March, 2020

Travelling from Milan to Rome on a vintage Vespa was possible for Peter Moore because, basically, he bribed the Italian authorities with a pizza lunch and some red wine. It’s the start to a very good story, and some good…

Health spas and springs in Italy: Bormio in the Valtellina

Venice Carnival 2010, the video

Luxury hotels in Apulia: Spa hotel Borgobianco, Polignano

Festivals in Italy: Putignano to host gastronomic festival "Rit o' Castidd"

Must-see places in Bologna: Sala Borsa in piazza del Nettuno

Weekend breaks in Umbria: Nun spa hotel, Assisi

Luxury hotels in Tuscany: Petriolo Spa Resort

Luxury Milan Hotels: the Gray hotel, near the Duomo

Terni, home of Saint Valentine, celebrates its Patron saint

The longest torrone or nougat in the world is in Camerino, Italy

Verona's best bed and breakfasts

Adventure sports in Italy: canyoning in Sicily

Health spas in Tuscany: deals at Versilia thermal springs

Best places to sleep and eat in Sardinia: contemporary art hotel Diecizero near Cagliari

Rome on a budget: all-you-can-eat restaurants in Rome with set prices

Weddings in Florence: Villa Le Piazzole accommodation and Tuscan wedding location

Italy vs the tourists: disrespectful tourists ignored by locals

Christmas in Val d'Aosta : Christmas markets, food festivals and art contests

Five star hotels in Rome: Hotel de La Minerve, near Piazza Navona

Shopping in Italy: luxury brand shopping after skiing and hiking the Dolomites

Summer holidays in Italy: Hotel Pineta in the Dolomites

Christmas and New Year's eve holidays: Isola hotel at Recoaro Terme

Free wi-fi hotspots in Rome

Italy's beach castle at Isola Capo Rizzuto in Calabria

Owning a vintage Vespa in Italy: Milan to Rome on a 1961 Vespa

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