Published on Saturday, March 24, 2012 by Kathy McCabe Spring is upon us and that means plenty of great April events in Italy! Are you traveling to Italy for Easter or spending spring break in Italy, well then consider taking in the following events during an April trip to Italy: April 14 -22: Settimana di Cultura (Week of Culture) - Italian state-run national museums, galleries, archives, monuments, and archaeologic...

Published on Thursday, March 22, 2012 by Daniel With summer just around the corner, most of you would be busy planning your summer trips. When it comes to summer’s top travel destinations, Italy certainly rules the roost. Traveling  to Italy during summer can be very relaxing and enjoyable, provided you do some careful planning. Summer in Italy is considerably hot and fortunately or unfortunately it is the ti...

Published on Monday, March 19, 2012 by JacobMartin Italy is not just a place filled with exotic locales; it is also home to some of the most exciting carnivals in the world. Carnivals in Italy have their own uniqueness and attract all kinds of people from around the world. One of the oldest carnival celebrations in Italy is the Puglia carnival that reveals a lot about the Italian traditions It’s not only the olde...

Published on Thursday, March 15, 2012 by Daniel Give yourself a break and a take a relaxing vacation. To unwind there cannot be a better location than Italy. Surrounded by water on all three sides,  Italy is gifted with great beaches. For people who love sultry summer beaches, Italy is the right tourist spot. Summer in Italy is filled with bright sunshine and numerous summer festivals. Beach towns in Italy ar...

Published on Tuesday, March 13, 2012 by JacobMartin Castles in Italy represent the rich architectural culture of Italy. Italian castles are a blend of romance silhouettes and rugged landscapes. Parma, located in the northern Italian region of Emilia-Romagna, is famous for its art, architecture, cheese and ham. Apart from these, Parma is also famous for its castles. Torrechiara castle is one of the most spectacular P...

Published on Saturday, March 10, 2012 by Kathy McCabe The city of Pisa Italy is famous the world over for its Leaning Tower but there's much more to the city. Here are some other things to do in Pisa: 1. Be sure to visit the Duomo and Baptistery next to the tower. Leave extra time (a few hours) to visit Pisa's stunning cathedral as well as the largest baptistery in Italy. 2. Also leave time to go into Museo dellâ€...

Published on Friday, March 9, 2012 by Daniel Italy food culture is different from any other food culture in the world. For Italians, meal time is a time to relax. For them, flavor and character is a must in their food.  Rome, the capital of Italy, is the place to taste the best Italian foods. Ever since ancient times, Romans considered hosting a banquet in their villa as a matter of pride. So, even now you can ...

Published on Tuesday, March 6, 2012 by JacobMartin When you travel to Italy, there might be a lot of places that you would want to visit. One destination that definitely calls for a place in your travel itinerary is - Alberobello. Located in the southern part of Italy, it is a UNESCO World Heritage site that is known for its exceptional style of building called Trulli. Trullis are nothing but limestone houses with ...

Published on Saturday, March 3, 2012 by Daniel Not just for adults, Italy is place that is filled with entertainment and activities for kids too. You will have loads of fun when you travel to Italy with kids. You will not only be taking them on an adventure to a new country, but will also be providing them with opportunities to learn about Italy's art, architecture and culture. Taking your kid on a vacation is ...

Published on Thursday, March 1, 2012 by JacobMartin Trieste, a historic city in the northern Italian region of Friuli-Venezia-Giulia, houses numerous tourist attractions that capture the heart of every visitor. The blue sea located between the green hills and white rocks gives it a drop-dead-gorgeous look. Travel to Trieste to experience the beauty that fills your eye and warms your heart. Castle Of Miramare Trieste...