Countryside

Food & Drink

by Anna Lebedeva | Wed, 07/19/2017 - 02:15

When I first visited Sicily, I fell in love with the sun-drenched island, balmy evenings, luscious desserts and excellent wines. I stocked up on the sweet…

Culture

The Beginner's Guide to Lombardy Agriculture and Agri-foods

by John Bensalhia | Tue, 11/29/2016 - 04:48

What's the connection between Lombardy and the agricultural sector? Only that it's one of the key areas in Italy for agriculture! Tell on...? At a rough…

Food & Drink

Vendemmia in The Veneto

by Myra Robinson | Thu, 10/27/2016 - 05:00

Everyone has heard of Prosecco, but what about two rare and wonderful wines from the same area, Friularo and Fior d’Arancio? The vendemmia in the Veneto has…

Lifestyle

7 Ways To Enjoy The Great Outdoors In Piedmont

by John Bensalhia | Thu, 10/20/2016 - 06:28

John Bensalhia ventures into the big outdoors of the Piedmont region to list seven top examples of outdoor activity including rafting, skiing and ballooning…

Culture

The Loveliest Villa In Italy?

by Myra Robinson | Tue, 08/23/2016 - 01:27

Those of us who love Italy for its architecture already know about the great Andrea della Gondola, otherwise known as Palladio, and his many beautiful villas…

Culture

Best Puglia Experiences You Don't Want To Miss

by John Bensalhia | Thu, 07/28/2016 - 06:13

Whether you want to explore the local architecture, take to the water or simply unwind, Puglia has much to do for both the locals and visitors. John Bensalhia…

Food & Drink

Traveling Around Italy's Olive Oil Farms

by Luciana.Squadrilli | Tue, 10/20/2015 - 02:19

Summer has finally come to an end, and the Italian countryside is ready to change its colors and shades. But fall won't be a quiet time in the country: from…

Lifestyle

Italy in Autunno

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 11/04/2014 - 11:15

We love Italy in the fall, so we thought we'd share with you this slideshow of beautiful autumn landscapes (and delicious autumn dishes) from around the…

Travel

Take a Steam Train Ride in the Tuscan Countryside

by Silvia Donati | Sun, 10/26/2014 - 03:30

[Photo: Treno Natura near Asciano. Credit Frank Andiver.] Looking for a different way to visit the Siena countryside? Then hop on the Treno Natura! This…

Travel

Discover the Medici Villas in Tuscany

by Silvia Donati | Sun, 10/05/2014 - 03:00

Set in the enchanting Tuscan countryside, the Medici villas, built between the 15th and 17th centuries, are worth a stop on your tour around the region. …