Sorrento, Italy, packs over 2,600 years of history. It sits on the Sorrentine Peninsula, eyes on the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Famous for citrus groves and history, it's always pulled crowds. Its story starts in the 8th century BC with local tribes, catching Etruscan attention. The Osci took over next, leaving 600 BC ruins behind. Before Ro...

Dear friends, as mentioned last month, there is great news in the world of We the Italians. After having screened many tour operators who had contacted us, we have established a partnership with Micromegas, which will help us to offer you experience tours in Italy, with several new features and special contents. The first tour we propose contains p...

The Amalfi Coast represents a mirabile example of how the agricultural landscape can characterize a geographic area. The sweet degrading of the terraced gardens with lemon groves, the evocative contrast of colors between the green of the leaves and the blue of the sea, the penetrating scent of zagare (lemon blossoms), make the Amalfi Coast a unique...

Equestrian enthusiasts will love a vacation on horseback in Italy: seeing the Bel Paese from the saddle is truly a unique and unforgettable experience. From north to south and on its islands, Italy boasts innumerable areas for excursions on horesback, ideal for discovering beautiful and unique places. Nature lovers can explore natural parks, immers...

In Naples, the tarallo, or as they say in the local dialect "o' tarall' nzogna e pepe" (which means lard and pepper), represents a real institution, a traditional street food born in the 17th century as a poor tavern food and now evolved into an excellent product for quality aperitifs. Imagine savoring it while strolling along the waterfront, with...

Three of South Baltimore’s newest restaurants–Limoncello Pizzeria, THB Bagelry + Deli, and Facci–have at least one thing in common: The owners all hail from Monte di Procida. This small town outside Naples, Italy not only has a presence in South Baltimore, it has a huge influence on the Italian restaurant industry across Maryland. Monte di Procida...

In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers use environmental, nutritional, and lifestyle data to determine whether Cilento, Italy, shares trait characteristics with ‘Longevity Blue Zones (LBZs). LBZs, which are often referred to as ‘blue zones,’ are regions throughout the world with distinct geographical profiles but shared long citizen...

The churches of Naples are an immense heritage. Visit Italy invites you to discover the 20 unmissable churches in the city: the cathedral where the blood of the saint contained in an ampoule, San Gennaro, melts up to three times a year, but also the old church of San Gregorio Armeno where the liquefaction of the blood of Santa Patrizia takes place...

Who says that pasta al pomodoro is boring? The most iconic Italian dish, made with the simplest, cheapest, and most available ingredients you can think of, may not strike for creativity, I give you that. But it remains one of the most comforting foods I can think of, along with England’s bangers and mash—and anything with loads of cheese, if you as...

The impossibly beautiful town of Ravello sits perched in the mountains that kiss the Amalfi Coastline and is a must-visit while in southern Italy. Home to immaculate gardens, Italianate architecture, and romantic scenery, here’s your ultimate guide to the best things to do in Ravello, as well as what to know before you go. Ravello’s prominent posit...