Maybe NoLo owes its fortune to the dominant "smart" culture, because in the perspective of the most unbridled sharing takes things into use without purchasing them. So NoLo has become one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Milan. The name NoLo, however, does not mean "rental" (as in Italian) but more simply North Loreto, it is a very young neighborh...
READ MOREMilan, a city renowned for its fast-paced cosmopolitan vibe, stands as a distinguished gem amidst Italy’s cultural repertoire. While it exudes a metropolitan allure distinct from the romanticism of Rome or the Renaissance grandeur of Florence, Milan surprises visitors with its verdant respites—lush parks and gardens inviting exploration and contemp...
READ MOREIt is a small Italian “gem”, but it is also the largest terraced area in Italy. Its ecosystem is rich in biodiversity, from apple orchards to forests, and its unique characteristic is the 850 hectares of heroic viticulture vineyards. The terraces are a strategic design (acknowledged as an Historic Rural Landscape and its dry stone walls are a UNESC...
READ MOREReady to become a real Mantuan? Well, here is an explosion of suggestions to fully engage and embrace the city like a true local. From the unmissable stops for first-timers to the recommendations that will make your stay more comfortable and dynamic. Here are our tips on what to see and do in Mantua like a local. Discover Mantua in 10 unique experi...
READ MOREMild and sun-drenched, with gorgeous Alpine views but also beaches, northern Italy’s glacial lakes have been popular since Roman times and offer something for everyone, from families looking for fun in the great outdoors (especially water sports, hiking and treetop adventures) to couples angling for a romantic getaway in a grande dame hotel or bout...
READ MORECantù is a city in the province of Como with over 40,000 inhabitants, famous throughout Italy for its traditions related to craftsmanship, such as the artistic production of furniture, the "Cantù lace" from a textile point of view, which have allowed it to great economic development over the centuries and the exciting Carnival of Cantù. Thanks to i...
READ MOREHidden away – quite literally for centuries – in the Alps of Lombardy, the small town of Livigno has slowly been emerging as a favourite spot for visitors from both Italy and abroad. The stunning town of Livigno had a late start when it came to attracting visitors because of the peculiar geographical position it was built on. Standing approximately...
READ MOREJust a short distance from Milan, Italian sparkling wine region Franciacorta languishes in the long shadows cast by two better known but vastly different types of effervescent wine, Champagne and Prosecco. The first, which every wine lover knows is only produced in the Champagne region of France, is the luxurious standard-bearer for sparkling wine...
READ MOREIt is always tempting to time a trip to Milan when there is a glamorous event going on. Friends from Italy tell me to plan for Design Week and Salone del Mobile in April, Fashion Week in September or a celebrity gala concert at La Scala. But I am here in decidedly unfashionable, off-season winter, to avoid the crowds and discover an alternative Mil...
READ MOREWith its history, culture, and culinary delights, Italy knows how to embrace the magic of Christmas like few other places in the world and here, just like everywhere else in the world, the holiday season is a time of joy, celebration, and traditions that have been passed down through generations. The entire country comes alive with festive lights,...
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