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When one thinks of Italy, they often picture bustling cities like Rome, Florence, and Venice. But if you venture off the beaten path, you’ll find small towns and villages that are just as charming and rich in history and culture. One of those hidden gems is San Giacomo, a small town in the northeastern region of Italy. San Giacomo is a picturesque...

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Valle d’Aosta is known for its beautiful mountains and for the ancient Roman heritage of its most important town, Aosta. Architecture and history lovers, however, are probably also familiar with its majestic castles: according to 19th-century Piemontese playwright and historian Giuseppe Giacosa, there are 72 castles, fortified houses, and keeps in...

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When we think of the Aosta Valley, the first images that appear to mind are certainly the snowy mountains, but this region that is also the smallest in Italy is not only a paradise for winter sports: rich in a thousand-year history, has preserved a rich heritage from every point of view, both naturalistic and cultural landscape. In addition to the...

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No sooner than Santa Claus leaves, another mythical character arrives. The glow of the holidays fades into the gloom of January, with at least a three-month visit from Old Man Winter. But if sticking around and dealing with snow, ice, and wind chill factors doesn’t seem so cool, there are other places where winter actually can be enjoyable. Especia...

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Italy's culture ministry has announced the 10 finalists for the 2025 edition of the Italian Capital of Culture.  The shortlisted towns and cities vying for the title must present their bids to a jury appointed by the culture ministry in Rome on 20-21 March. The jury will then be tasked with recommending the most suitable candidate for the prestigio...

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Rome is the first destination that comes to mind when we think of Italy because it is one of the most famous cities in the world, along with Paris and London. Hidden gems are the lesser-known routes in Italy, including the secret small towns, beautiful villages, and islands that are yet to be discovered by tourists that explore the country every ye...

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Charming, spectacular Aosta Valley is a region with a lot to offer its visitors. We’ll show you a route created ad hoc, that combines nature, sports and culture. A tour of the fantastic castles of the Aosta Valley. In addition to being well-known for its mountains, this region is also famous for its charming manors that are seemingly one and the sa...

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For us New Englanders the cold weather has arrived and we're awaiting the snow days to arrive. Some of us are excited about it and many aren't. Of course it's more common for folks to get into the mindset of drinking rosé wines when the weather is warmer. If you're lucky enough to have fantastic weather year round than you may always have rosé in m...

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Among the most impressive mountains in Europe, an extraordinary nature, dozens of castles, beautiful museums and medieval villages and numerous traces of the Roman Empire, the Aosta Valley is one of the regions of Italy (and the world) where to spend a few days of vacation in complete relaxation. Despite being the smallest region of our country, to...

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There is nothing better than sharing a drink with friends, and in the quaint Alpine northern region of Valle d’Aosta, they know how to do it in great style and with a nod to tradition.  If you have ever been in this corner of the country, where the Alps forged the landscape and the character of people, then you may be familiar with its wood-carving...

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