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A Day Trip to Reggio Emilia, an Overlooked Gem of Northern Italy

by Alex Sakalis | Sat, 01/22/2022 - 00:24

Poor Reggio Emilia. Though picturesque like all north Italian patrician towns, it lacks the showstopper sights of nearby Milan or Ferrara. It’s one of the…

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Black Sky Thinking: Best Destinations for Stargazing in Italy

by Phoebe Hunt | Tue, 07/20/2021 - 02:33

The latest trend in “Astrotourism” across Italy has thankfully got nothing to do with the rather exclusive million-dollar space travel being touted by Elon…

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A Guide to Italian Beaches to Suit Every Taste

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 07/09/2021 - 11:22

With its 7,500 kilometers of coastline, Italy is a paradise for beach lovers. It’s hard to make a list of Italy’s most beautiful beaches because there are so…

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People walk down the historic Via Rastello in the north eastern Italian city of Gorizia in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region

48 Hours in Gorizia: Beauty, Intrigue and Goulash on Italy’s Balkan Borderland

by Alex Sakalis | Mon, 06/22/2020 - 12:05

Ed., March 21, 2023: We're re-sharing this article as it was originally published in 2020, since Gennaro Sangiuliano and Asta Vrečko, culture ministers of…

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A Half-Day Cycling Itinerary From Bologna to Sasso Marconi

by Alex Sakalis | Wed, 10/16/2019 - 12:42

Ed., March 23, 2024: We’re revisiting this article, originally published in 2019, as Italy prepares to mark the 150th anniversary of Guglielmo Marconi’s April…

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Panorama with beautiful italian town Tropea

How to Travel in Southern Italy Without a Car

by Jamie Mackay | Thu, 06/06/2019 - 05:15

A word of advice: If you’re thinking of traveling around the mezzogiorno by public transport, don’t expect much help from the locals. "Ma sei matto?!" implored…

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View of Marche countryside from Gradara Castle

8 Castles in Italy for Romantic Getaways

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 02/15/2019 - 00:00

Perched on top of hills or overlooking the waters of placid lakes, Italy's castles can add a romantic touch to any trip. Some have been renovated and converted…

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The Lowdown on “Il Lido,” a Side of Venice Most Visitors Never See

by Silvia Donati | Mon, 09/02/2013 - 07:00

Ed. Wednesday, August 28, 2024: This article was originally published in 2013 and has been lightly updated. Only the lagoon divides it from Venice, yet the…