Italy Travel
5 Things to Do in Pisa Besides Climbing the Leaning Tower
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 dell’Opera del Duomo. This museum is where much of the art that was formerly in the cathedral is now housed. See Giovanni Pisano's ivory carving of the Madonna and Child carved for the cathedral's ...
Things to See in Alberobello
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 dry stone walls and conical roof that are known for their mortarless construction. The reason behind these pre-historic buildings was to escape from paying taxes. When the king’s tax collector came to collect taxes, the owner ...
Where To Stay in Rome: The Rose Garden Palace Hotel
One of my favorite hotels in Rome is the Rose Garden Palace Hotel. Just off the famous Via Veneto, and a stone’s throw from the American Embassy, it enjoys one of the best locations in the city. The hotel is partly owned by Steve Perillo, the third generation owner of Perillo Tours, the world’s largest tour operator to Italy. Perillo and his Italian partner bought this 19th-century building in 1998 and named it after the rose bushes in the courtyard. One might expect a hotel owned by a tour company to seem impersonal or ...
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The Tuscan Sun Festival Moves to Fl...
Published on Friday, May 25, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
After nine years, The Tuscan Sun Festival is moving from Cortona to Florence where it will hold its 10th edition, June 11 to 18, 2012. The festival brings together music, art and film, and this year in new venues including Teatro della Pergola, Palazzo Strozzi and Nuovo Teatro dell' Oper...
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What to Wear & What Not to Wear...
Published on Thursday, May 24, 2012 by JacobMartin
Your trip to the fashion capital of the world definitely calls for a special set of clothing. And if you are wondering what to wear in Italy, here are the answers to all your questions. The attire you should carry always depends on the time of the year and the season in which you are visit... -
Cilento – Nature at its Best!
Published on Monday, May 21, 2012 by Daniel
If you want to see nature at its best, then plan a holiday to Italy’s Cilento coast. Carefully preserved beauty, stunning landscapes, and rich archaeological sites make it a perfect place to escape your hectic lifestyles. The coast of Cilento has the best of sandy beaches in Italy. Wi... -
Forget Italian Wine, Italian Beer i...
Published on Sunday, May 20, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
While Italy is known for making some of the finest wines in the world, it hasn't had a big presence on the beer scene...until now. After 200 hundreds years of making beer, Italy and its citizens are now embracing beer as a popular alternative to wine and sharing Italian beers with the w... -
The Ins and Outs of the Amalfi Coas...
Published on Friday, May 18, 2012 by JacobMartin
With countless beachside restaurants, artisanal ceramic shops, and natural sceneries, the Amalfi Coast is one of the most popular Italy travel destinations that attract thousands of visitors every year. However, the coast is more about seaside setting rather than sights. Small pebble beach... -
How to Pick the Perfect Hotel in It...
Published on Tuesday, May 15, 2012 by Daniel
Looking for a perfect hotel to stay in Italy? Well, apart from interesting historic remains, stunning art, and yummy pizzas, this country of wonders also offers a wide range of hotels to spend your holidays. From small apartments to seven star hotels, it gives you many accommodation option... -
Andrea Bocelli’s Annual Conce...
Published on Monday, May 14, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
The claim to fame of the lovely small town of Lajatico, 25 miles south of Pisa, is that it is the birthplace of world-famous tenor Andrea Bocelli. While Bocelli now lives on the Tuscan coast in Forte di Marmi, you can spot the house (with big red shutters) he bought for his mother in La... -
Sizzling and Romantic Rome Destinat...
Published on Thursday, May 10, 2012 by JacobMartin
If you want to celebrate your love for that special someone in your life, then head towards Rome, which tops the list of world’s most romantic destinations. Mesmerizing views, romantic boat tours, and the rose scented air in Saint Peter's will make your honeymoon in Rome an affair to be ... -
Castel Gandolfo: The Perfect Summer...
Published on Monday, May 7, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
A short train ride from Rome, Castel Gandolfo is a picturesque town with a population of about 8,000 people, overlooking Lake Albano. It is home to the Pope’s summer residence and is one of the Castelli Romani, historic hill towns located around the Alban Hills and dominated by impressiv... -
Umbria’s Castel di Fiori Cele...
Published on Sunday, May 6, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
Many spring events in Italy mark the arrival of the season's flowers and colorful plants. The medieval village of Castel di Fiori in Umbria holds a particularly colorful celebration each June, Archeoflora. The event, to be held this year on June 2 and 3, brings nature and art lovers...
