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We are in Apulia, 'the heel of Italy', in the southern part of the Murge plateau, between the municipalities of Bari, Brindisi and Taranto. Here, among undulating hills, expanses of olive and almond trees, ancient farms surrounded by vineyards, orchards and dry stone walls, lies the enchanting Itria valley with its villages. This is a land of ancie...

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Le Cinque Terre (or Five Lands), a string of picturesque towns along the northern Ligurian coast, is known for its steep, terraced vineyards and olive groves, cliffside hiking trails and unique ecosystem. But the colorful, charm-filled towns — which collectively make up a national park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site — have also been at the forefr...

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Italy, a country immersed in a tapestry of history, art, culture, and pristine natural landscapes, has maintained its status as a top-tier destination for global travelers. With its rolling vineyards, stunning coastlines, and a history that spans millennia, it offers a unique invitation to those in pursuit of unforgettable adventures. In this mosai...

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These are the nominations for the Readers’ Choice Award for the Best Island in Europe… and the winner is: Sardinia. That was the verdict given by Condé Nast Traveller in early October 2023. Many people reading this may never have considered Sardinia for a holiday, with all the other fantastic islands available in the Mediterranean and beyond. To ov...

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Michelangelo Buonarroti, a Tuscan by birth who grew up in Florence, left in the Cradle of the Renaissance a deep mark witnessed by his works that we still find in museums and squares around the city. Therefore, we will follow an ideal itinerary in Florence among Michelangelo's masterpieces, starting with his most famous work – David – and going on...

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While it doesn’t have the same name recognition as Spain’s Camino de Santiago, the Via Francigena is considered to have some of Europe’s most iconic pilgrimage sites. The 1100-mile journey traces the route Archbishop Sigeric the Serious took in 990 A.D. as he traveled from Canterbury to Rome. Because the full journey requires a hefty time commitmen...

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When it comes to Italian heritage, Modena is an iconic emblem. Nestled in Italy's Northern province of Emilia-Romagna, the city is praised for its vibrant opera scene and origin as a world-class luxury car producer. But let's skip to what's really important in this underrated Italian city -– the food. A morning pastry run or afternoon pasta craving...

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Few may recall the precise date of May 11, 1860, a pivotal moment when Giuseppe Garibaldi and his Thousand landed at Marsala, in the Trapani province. This event marked the beginning of the end for the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies, paving the way for Italy’s unification.  Yet, Marsala’s fame extends beyond its historical significance: it is globally...

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If Turin is your next destination, get ready to experience royalty! Baroque palaces, stained-glass galleries and endless arcades, all the result of the Savoy family's plan to turn a small village into a city worthy of a king. In fact, between the 16th and 18th centuries, Turin became the capital of the Kingdom of Savoy and the royals began to build...

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Trentino-Alto Adige, particularly the province of Bolzano, emerged as an exceptional area, both in Italy and Europe, for its high life expectancy.  Data from Eurostat revealed that this region is among the European areas with the highest life expectancy at birth. Notably, Trento has recorded an impressive average life expectancy of 86.7 years for w...

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