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...
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...
Italy is a gorgeous country, full of fascinating, historic cities to explore and varied landscapes, all hemmed by excellent beaches and islands. Whether heading to Rome with its iconic Roman ruins, Venice for the Carnival, or the beautiful island of Sicily, this European country is a wonder to explore. Renting a car keeps you independent, but do you really want to...
Located in Basilicata, southern Italy, Matera’s landscape could easily be mistaken for the Holy Land. In fact, with its ancient buildings on the hillside, the area was used by Hollywood when Mel Gibson filmed the movie, The Passion of the Christ in 2003. What is it that makes Matera such a fascinating place? Read on to find out. Troglodyte homes give Matera, Italy...
Rome is the capital city of Italy and one of the most historically significant cities in the world. It was founded in 753 BC and has a rich history spanning over two and a half thousand years. Rome is known for its stunning architecture, art, and monuments, including the Colosseum, the Pantheon, and the Vatican City, which houses the famous Sistine Chapel and St...
Rome attracts millions of tourists each year, and for good reason. With over 3,000 years of history enveloped in Italy’s capital, the city is rich in history, overflowing with culture, and offers a unique charm to anyone who graces its cobblestone streets. If you are on the fence about adding this destination to your vacation bucket list, below are some reasons to...
Most travelers don’t plan on ice caving in Iceland, rather putting waterfalls, volcanoes, and the Northern Lights on their bucket list. However, if you’re an adventurer, then you could consider an experience under the ice. In fact, you can literally explore a living glacier. Inside, enter a blue world of wonder with an ancient atmosphere. Read on for more...
The Cinque Terre in Italy is renowned for its iconic, colorful villages, clinging to the cliffs above the ocean. As each village is linked to the others by vertiginous walking paths, this has turned into a much-loved and popular hiking destination. However, back in 2019, the Cinque Terre park authorities brought in a ban on open or smooth-soled footwear like flip...