The world's longest Tibetan bridge was inaugurated in Dossena (Bergamo): suspended 120 meters above the Brembana Valley
Not just a tourist attraction, but an opportunity to revitalize the entire Brembana Valley (in Lombardia) after the difficult years of the pandemic: the world's longest discontinuous footbridge with no lateral ties was inaugurated in Dossena (Bergamo), suspended 120 meters above ground to offer breathtaking views of the Orobic Pre-Alps landscapes,...
In Rome, New Food and Old Sites Beckon
With masking and vaccination requirements largely dropped in Italy and summer approaching, crowds of travelers have begun to return to Rome’s Centro Storico — the area most dependent on tourism and the hardest hit by the pandemic — according to hoteliers and others working near Rome’s iconic spots. “Trevi Square and the whole center of Rome is full...
Great Foods of Italy: Gelato
First things first: gelato is good for you - don’t let anybody tell you otherwise. How so? Gelato provides the body with all the nutrients it needs: carbohydrates, proteins and fats, especially when you go for a cream- and milk-based flavor (the so-called creme), as well as vitamins and mineral salts, particularly abundant in fruit flavors. Gelato...
Milan like a local: 7 things to do
Milan is one of the world fashion's capital. But the city is not only a shopping hotspot. Milan also boosts an unbeatable night life, plenty of cultural events and inviting traditional restaurants. The Milanese live in a city where modernity and tradition come together to create an interesting reality, probably the most European city in Italy. We s...
Apulia: where to go on holiday in 2022
Puglia is a land that will amaze you with its beauty and leave you breathless. It is the easternmost region in Italy and even the one with the most kilometers of coastline, almost 800, where you can visit museums, beaches, art galleries, churches, caves, natural sites, and much more. There are too many beautiful things to do in Apulia not to come h...
Marconi's first radio broadcast made 125 years ago
On 13 May 1897, Guglielmo Marconi sent the world's first radio message across open water, and he did it while visiting a seaside resort in Somerset. Marconi came to Weston-super-Mare looking to experiment with what he called "telegraphy without wires" - known to us now as radio. He was initially interested in contacting ships, but his work led to a...
Sicilian dishes and wines: what is the perfect combination?
Anciently at the center of the world, Sicily has always been a rich land, inhabited and embellished by dynasties and peoples that have left traditions and cultures, as well as unique products and tastes. Not only dishes and culinary specialties, but also a precious enological culture. Sicily is, today, the region of Italy which produces the most am...
Bibione: what to do and see in the Venetian island
It’s time to plan your summer vacation and you’re scrolling through hundreds of places to spend your vacation. Among these, Bibione is definitely a place not to be missed: equipped for lovers of the sea and in a strategic position to carry out many other activities. Where to go on holidays in summer 2022? Bibione is definitely one of the answers th...
Exploring the Remote Italian Region Facing Depopulation
Basilicata is a region in southern Italy, nestled between Campania and Apulia, right above the tip of the boot. Despite its gorgeous landscapes and historical cities – including Matera, named European Capital of Culture in 2019 – the region is pretty much unknown to Italians and international tourists alike. According to the Italian National Instit...
The top gastro tourism trends in Italy
One of the biggest advantages of the country on the market is the wide offer of tourism products. Italy boasts incredible cultural heritage, but also beautiful natural locations. At the same time, Italian cuisine is one of the best in the world, which is why, not surprisingly, gastro tourism is also widely popular. In this context, the new Report o...
Tuscany's 'unattractive', unmissable town
At least twice a year I go back to Livorno, the city of my childhood. The first thing I do is head to the messy, noisy and colourful central food market to eat a frate (an orange-scented doughnut dipped in sugar), and then to the harbour to see if the sea urchin stands are still there, serving the spiky sea creatures cut in half, to be consumed raw...
How to move around Campania with car rental
If you are looking for suggestions on how to move around Campania and Naples, reading this article is highly recommended. Of course, in the city there is a dense network of subways, buses and funiculars, but for sure travelling in comfort and flexibility is a different story. Starlimousineitaly is a company specialized in car rental with driver an...