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Just when I thought I knew everything about the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D., I learned something new during my Walking the Amalfi Coast tour with Exodus Travels.  When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D., I had no idea that any cities were affected other than Pompeii. I now realize this was silly as it wasn’t the only town in the area. So,...

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Autumn has arrived, ushering in the most inviting and colorful season of the year. During these autumnal months, Mother Nature showcases her finest display, as leaves transition into a comforting palette of warm hues. It's the season for harvesting fruits and vegetables, and making the most of those crisp, sunny days, enjoying long walks surrounded...

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As soon as we turned off the highway and I caught my first glimpse of the sparkling turquoise sea, I could tell that this was a special place. The two-lane road climbed higher, twisting and turning, through little villages and past farm stands with garlands of chili peppers and purple onions dancing in the wind, until finally we turned onto a quiet...

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Italy is a popular travel destination known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and mouthwatering cuisine. But traveling to Italy doesn’t have to break the bank. By following these tips for affordable travel, you can enjoy all that Italy has to offer without compromising your budget. When planning your trip, consider visiting Italian citie...

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Sicily captivates with its tangled web of history that can be traced back to the Phoenicians. The island has a distinct patchwork of hyperlocal architectural styles, dialects, and cuisines that reflect thousands of years of invasion and conquest that began with the ancient Greeks and continued through Romans, Arabs, Normans, Swabians, and French an...

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Midwesterners, rejoice! If seeing the Colosseum in Rome is on your travel wishlist, you'll have a new – and great – option to fly to Italy next year. Italian carrier ITA Airways announced this week it'll launch nonstop nonstop flights between Chicago-O'Hare (ORD) and Rome (FCO) beginning April 7, 2024.  The airline will fly that route six times a w...

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Emilia unveils unique natural treasures among the peaks of the Tuscan-Emilian Apennines, such as its fascinating glacial lakes, gems of water that appear set among breathtaking landscapes, providing exciting walks and treks through a dense network of CAI trails. With Visit Emilia - www.visitemilia.com -, the Land of Slow Mix, where every vacation i...

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Rome: a place where modernity and antiquity come together in a harmonious dance and where a simple stroll in the street can lead you straight into the embrace of history.  Then all of a sudden, just behind the corner, you find yourself face-to-face with towering walls, their majesty reminiscent of emperors and gladiators, poets and philosophers. Th...

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Rome was the adopted hometown of the Borgia; they were originally from the Catalan region of Spain. The Roman branch of the Santacroce family had lived in Rome for a few centuries. In this episode, Marcello visits some of the famous locations related to the Renaissance families, including the Santacroce Tower, Castel Sant'Angelo (Saint Angel Castle...

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Almost two kilometers of walls complete with battlements passages surround Marostica jewel among the jewels of the province of Vicenza in Veneto that hides inside an incredible atmosphere.  The city is famous for the chess game where the living characters impersonate the pieces, moving on a giant chessboard in Chess Square. The more than 600 partic...

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