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Summer Escapes: Fun-Loving Lignano Sabbiadoro

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 05/11/2017 - 08:00

Halfway between Venice and Trieste is Lignano Sabbiadoro, one of the most popular summer resorts on the Adriatic coast in northern Italy. So as we head into…

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Mystical Tuscany: Four Abbeys to Visit

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 04/26/2017 - 09:43

When you travel through Tuscany, you will notice a number of ancient abbeys, clusters of buildings occupied by a community of monks or nuns, some still in use…

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Florence on Foot: To the Hills for the Best Views

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 04/20/2017 - 08:00

There’s more to Florence than art and museums, and once you’re done exploring the historic center, why not head to the hills for some beautiful views of the…

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Inside What Might be the Oldest Confectionery Shop in Italy

by SarahDowling | Mon, 04/17/2017 - 12:40

Many candy stores claim to be the oldest in Italy and yet I haven’t found one place that beats Pietro Romanengo, a 200-year-old confectionery shop located in…

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Six Beautiful Castles in Tuscany

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 04/11/2017 - 10:35

Travel back in time when you visit one of Tuscany’s ancient castles. Here’s a round-up of some of our favorites, from medieval fortresses to restored fortified…

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A Complete Guide To Shopping For Leather in Florence

by Laura Morelli | Thu, 04/06/2017 - 03:38

We all want to come home from Florence with a special souvenir, but selecting which leather bag or jacket is the right choice can be overwhelming. Take one…

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Learn How to Row Like A Pro In Venice: Voga alla Veneta

by rebeccawinke | Thu, 03/23/2017 - 07:30

There is nothing more iconic in Venice than the sleek black gondola, steered by the standing gondoliere decked out in his (or, since 2010, her) black and white…

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Rome’s Colosseum Reopens At Night

by Silvia Donati | Tue, 03/21/2017 - 09:47

Night tours of the Colosseum will be available again this year, and for a longer period of time. The event known as ‘La Luna sul Colosseo’ will in fact…

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9 of the Best Experiences in Abruzzo and Molise

by John Bensalhia | Tue, 03/21/2017 - 06:08

John Bensalhia takes you on a tour of some the key experiences and events to enjoy in Abruzzo and Molise... The Ultimate Abruzzo Experience Two enthusiastic…

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Venturing Off-the-Beaten-Track in Venice: Palazzo Grimani

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 03/09/2017 - 04:00

[The Rape of Ganymede sculpture hanging in the Tribuna room inside Palazzo Grimani. Photo Credit: Jeff Hirsch.] Too often, tourists in Venice limit their…