Many travelers head to Rome or Venice for their vacations in Italy, but sometimes it’s good to veer off the beaten path into lesser-known locations. Riomaggiore is one such place, nestling in a small valley in the Liguria region. Meanwhile, this is the first of the beautiful “Cinque Terre” (five lands), a group of villages located on a rugged section of the coast as...
Venice is an undeniably beautiful and fascinating destination in Italy and for that reason, the city gets too many visitors. Since the end of the pandemic, travel has returned to new levels as people once again explore their world. However, too many people are not a good thing in any city’s books. Trying to protect the beauty of the city and its historic buildings...
The world offers many incredible destinations to celebrate a honeymoon, but those who have wed this year had a definite favorite in mind. Meanwhile, one certain destination comes up tops on Google for those couples who have just tied the knot. It turns out that Bali, Indonesia was the honeymooners’ top choice for 2023. Read on to find out which other popular...
Italy is launching a new sleeper train to allow travelers to “rediscover its riches” in a new and sustainable way. As part of these plans, a new sleeper train is set to take skiers to the heart of the slopes in the Dolomites. Starting from December 15, a luxurious sleeper train will run from Rome to the iconic ski resort of Cortina d’Ampezzo. Read on to find out more...
Any traveler who has visited Venice before has likely experienced a gondola ride through the city’s canals and visited the main iconic sights. What with the colorful annual Carnival of Venice, the city has something to fascinate any visitor. However, this historic city also features places with amazing stories behind them and here, we explore some of them for your...
The city of Venice, Italy, is a unique destination, with its canals and waterways, beautiful architecture and more. A gondola ride for two, a visit to the opera and exploring the baroque buildings and bridges make for perfect romance. Among the splendor that is Venice, the following are some of the best things to do on a romantic vacation. Gondola ride for two in...
After a record-breaking summer, the temperatures are finally dropping, perfect for an active adventure vacation in Italy. While many folks still want to lie on the beach, others prefer to get out in the fresh air, enjoying everything Italy has to offer. The following are five suggestions for an active vacation, including cycling trips, hiking adventures, golf...
Sitting just off the “toe” of Italy’s “boot,” Sicily is the largest Mediterranean island. It offers beautiful landscapes, fascinating history and plenty of culture. Among its splendors are the Cappella Palatina, a former royal chapel in Palermo, and historic sites such as the Valley of the Temples, with its monumental Doric-style Greek temples. Of course, Sicily is...
Modena is renowned for its balsamic vinegar and iconic cuisine, but also for its art, history and opera heritage. Meanwhile, this beautiful city in the Emilia-Romagna region of Italy is also famous for Ferrari and Lamborghini sports cars. Some of the best arts and history can be seen in the 18th-century Museums Palace. However, this contrasts with the futuristic Enzo...
If you want to cruise but are not keen on a massive, multi-deck ship, Emerald Cruises has the perfect answer. The cruise line’s Emerald Azzurra offers the feeling of sailing on a private yacht with a maximum of 100 guests. This means the ship is small enough to enter lesser-visited ports that the giant ships cannot access. It also means more destinations to visit...