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Crecchio is a small village located in the province of Chieti, within the Abruzzo region in central Italy, known for its well-preserved historical features, including its striking castle. It is also a member of the I Borghi più Belli d’Italia (The Most Beautiful Villages of Italy) association, which reflects its picturesque and culturally rich char...

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Getting lost in the streets of the historic center of Rome is a unique experience: every corner is an open book on millennia of history, that is just waiting to be read. Whether just walking through the streets of the old town or in the avenues of the parks, admire the view from the Pincio Hill or drink a coffee sitting at the table of an outdoor b...

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It’s a Friday afternoon in fall, and the A27 highway is deserted as small Italian villages and dormant farmland pass by the windows of our rental car. I’m focused on the true crime podcast coming through the speakers when the low layer of clouds suddenly parts. The gasp I make rattles my husband Topher, who jerks the wheel in concern that we’re abo...

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In a lifetime of riding the rails, the trains I remember best all had this in common: they were old, noisy, and none too fast. I’m thinking of the Darjeeling Himalayan Railway, switchbacking its way up precipitous terraces that bristled with tea plantations; the cog railway to Zermatt in the Swiss Alps; and the vintage streetcars I spent a blissful...

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I’ve eaten my way through many of Italy’s 20 regions. Lovely lemon pasta in Calabria, fried sea creatures in Veneto, fabulous stuffed olives in Le Marche. I could ooze delight for days reimagining unforgettable food experiences in the Bel Paese. I had failed, however, to pay much attention to the unpretentious mega-star region of food and wine: Pie...

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In my travels through wine regions and wine trade events, I invariably find myself favoring a particular subregion or varietal. The experiences of enjoying the culture, landscape and wine of numerous locales, here and abroad, have left fond memories etched in my long-term brain cells. One of my fondest memories has been buried deep in those brain c...

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Italy, with its timeless charm and rich cultural fabric, extends far beyond the bustle of its famous cities. Venture off the beaten path and you will find a world of enchantment hidden in the heart of rolling hills and picturesque landscapes: the secret jewels of Italian villages. Join us on a virtual expedition as we traverse these fascinating pla...

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Discovering little-known gems in my own country has become a bit of a hobby: I’ve been making a list, and I am planning to start visiting them this spring. First of all, traveling is fun, and then… who knows, they may be pretty enough to decide to stay, provided I can find a place my three cats like.  During the holidays I came across Borgo Valsuga...

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Want to know what to see in Naples? You've come to the right place. We at Visit Italy have selected for you 10 must-see attractions in 2024. You are in a veritable open-air museum. The city unfolds in a network of cobbled streets and alleys, characterised by the presence of important old buildings and new constructions, many churches and bars where...

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If you’re on the lookout for the grandest Baroque structures in Puglia, a visit to Lecce is a must. This delightful small town is celebrated as the Baroque heart of the region, sometimes even labelled as the “Florence of the South”. The Baroque architecture you can find in Lecce is truly unique, and can be marveled at all throughout the old town. N...

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