Travel Tips

Travel
by Silvia Donati | Fri, 01/15/2016 - 00:00
Nestled between the more popular Puglia and Campania regions, Basilicata, in the south of Italy, has remained mostly off the tourist radar. For no good reason…
Travel
by Silvia Donati | Sat, 01/09/2016 - 06:59
  The beginning of the year is usually a time for lists of the must-see destinations for the coming year - we've done one too, and always enjoy looking at what…
Travel
by Silvia Donati | Thu, 01/07/2016 - 03:25
Since Roman times, Lake Como has been a favorite retreat for the wealthy, who have built beautiful villas with gardens along its shores, starting with author…
Culture
by Georgette Jupe | Wed, 01/06/2016 - 20:14
Miuccia Prada once said "What you wear is how you present yourself to the world, especially today, when human contacts are so quick. Fashion is instant…
Travel
by Silvia Donati | Tue, 12/29/2015 - 06:00
Lifestyle
by John Bensalhia | Mon, 12/28/2015 - 02:15
Want to find the perfect spa day or week getaway? John Bensalhia lists some great locations to unwind and forget the Christmas excess... The month of December…
Travel
by Silvia Donati | Wed, 12/23/2015 - 05:45
Charming as it is during the day, Venice acquires an aura of magic and mystery at night you must experience. Romantic side canals, bridges big and small,…
Travel
by Silvia Donati | Wed, 12/16/2015 - 03:55
For centuries, panoramic viewpoints in Rome have provided visitors, residents and artists alike breathtaking vistas on the monumental treasures of the city.…
Lifestyle
by Silvia Donati | Thu, 12/10/2015 - 06:45
Perhaps not many know that the first nativity scene in history was staged by Francis of Assisi, around 1223. As described in Francis’ biography by St.…
Lifestyle
by Silvia Donati | Wed, 12/09/2015 - 03:55
If you're looking for gift ideas, decorations, local handicrafts, festive food and wine and a cheerful holiday spirit, head to one of South Tyrol's five…