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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Christmas in Italy: The Tradition o...
Published on Sunday, November 20, 2011 by Kathy McCabe
I'm just back from a few weeks in Italy where I saw the first signs of the holidays with Christmas trees in shop windows and a few presepi on display. A presepio is a creche or Nativity scene and handmade versions by Italian artisans are an integral part of Italian Christmas celebrations...
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Explore the Caves of Zinzulusa in I...
Published on Sunday, November 20, 2011 by Daniel
La Grotta Zinzulusa is one of Italy's most unusual tourist attractions. Discovered in 1793, these renowned caves of Zinzulusa are one of the best examples of the karst phenomenon on the Italian coast of the Adriatic Sea. Highlighted for their strange formations, these waterside caves are ... -
Clothing Tips for a Fall Vacation i...
Published on Thursday, November 17, 2011 by Daniel
The overall aesthetic of Italian fashion is to look good! As this applies to all the seasons, it is good to know more about dressing in Italy if you are planning to spend your vacation there. Get interesting fall outfit ideas before you travel to Italy, and avoid negative stares. Fa... -
A Historical Ride through Italian G...
Published on Tuesday, November 15, 2011 by JacobMartin
An interesting fact is that most people tour Italy for the sake of enjoying the Italian cuisine recipes, apart from its beguiling beauty, attractive art and architecture and the unique culture. Like the tempting delicious food of Italy, the recipes also carry a rich and tempting backg... -
Head Off to Italy for a Memorable C...
Published on Sunday, November 13, 2011 by JacobMartin
Plan to spend your Christmas in the beautiful country of Italy this year! With tradition in one hand and celebration in the other, no one can miss Christmas in Italy for their nativity in celebration. Normally, for people of all ages, Christmas is a festival of enjoyment and fun. If you s... -
Discover the Top Five Must-Visit Si...
Published on Friday, November 11, 2011 by Daniel
“O Romeo, Romeo! wherefore art thou Romeo?” This is a popular line from one of the best love stories of all times, Romeo and Juliet. Depicting the city of Verona as a backdrop, this Shakespearean play is one among the many plays set in this romantic and beautiful Italian city. If yo... -
Celebrating White Truffles in Alba ...
Published on Tuesday, November 8, 2011 by Kathy McCabe
It is the season for white truffles (tartufi bianchi) also known in Italy as "white diamonds" for their expensive price of hundreds of dollars for just a hundred grams. One group of these rare gems can be found around Alba in the region of Piedmont and the whole area seems to go truf... -
Limoncello: Italy’s Famous Le...
Published on Sunday, October 23, 2011 by Kathy McCabe
On the terraced hills of Italy’s Amalfi Coast, the Mediterranean sun and ocean air combine with volcanic soil to produce lemons the size of grapefruits. For hundreds of years, southern Italians have used the thick, juicy skins of these Sorrento lemons, named after the nearby town of Sorr... -
Tips to Take Your Pets To Italy
Published on Sunday, October 23, 2011 by JacobMartin
Are you one among those many people who is obsessed with your pets? Then it will be really hard to leave them under the supervision of your friends or relatives. So, take your pets along with you for an unforgettable vacation in Italy. Here are some pet travel tips that will guide you ... -
Style Trends In Rome – Past a...
Published on Friday, October 21, 2011 by JacobMartin
Imagine standing in front of the world’s most-visited historical monuments in Rome. Can you imageine fashion in ancient Rome? With the perfect mixture of past and present in a way you have never imagined, Rome portrays a remarkable passion for clothes. As we all know, from monuments a...
