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From insalata caprese to perfume ads to images of celebrities vacationing on the Costiera, the 10 square kilometer island of Capri off the Sorrentine Peninsula in Campania has almost unintentionally become one of the places most synonymous with Italy, or at least an Italian summer. Tourists of all shapes and sizes swarm the Marina Grande all season...

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“Villeggiatura” in Italian means vacation. It’s easy to overlook that the word’s etymology also includes the idea of villa: as if vacationing meant spending time in what in past centuries were called ville di delizia, places of balance and harmony between culture and nature, where one could restore both mind and body. Movies have always had a speci...

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It’s a real no-brainer that a country like Italy would be home to museums dedicated solely to food — in Parma alone there are six! Combining a respect for cultural tradition and a deep love of food, these museums are love letters to the dishes and ingredients that make up the culinary backbone of the country. We highlight five worth visiting on a c...

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Located a few kilometers from the confine with France, above a rocky spur Apricale is a village in the province of Imperia, in Liguria overlooking the valley below and offre a beautiful view. Its cultural heritage and its long history began in 5000 B.C. to be discovered have made it one of the most beautiful villages in Italy. Here you can relive the...

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Until a few years ago, I’d never seen the silvery, luminous Dolomites — a subsection of the Alps located in the northernmost region of Italy known as the South Tyrol. I later discovered that the Dolomites were indeed enchanting, but to my surprise, so were the nearby towns in the valleys below. Bordering Austria and Switzerland, the South Tyrol is...

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Have you heard of the Holy Stairs or Scala Sancta in Rome? This is an interesting and important site to visit, whether you are religious or not. Find out why you should see (and maybe even climb) the holy staircase in Rome, and get my top tips for the best way to do it! The Holy Stairs in Rome - Everything you need to Know The Holy Stairs, also kno...

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The Tremiti Islands are a sublime fusion of natural beauty and historical richness, promising an unforgettable adventure. You'll discover crystal-clear waters, enchanting villages, and extraordinary marine life that will leave you speechless. Why visit the Tremiti Islands? Because it is not just a place but an experience. A break from the hectic pa...

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There’s a reason why, of all the places in the world, so many people continuously choose to come to Italy to spend their summers. The geographical diversity of this relatively small country means that it has no shortage of breathtaking Blue Flag beaches, charming towns, cultural sites, and volcanic peaks to explore–and, you can even do it all in on...

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Are you planning for Italy solo travel? Whether you are looking for a cute beach town or visiting one of the prettiest coastal villages, you are in the right place. From famous cities to quiet fishing villages and hiking in the mountains, I have covered the best places to travel alone in Italy in this post. Fellow travel bloggers recommend their fa...

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Overlooking the Ionian Sea and the Tyrrhenian Sea, Calabria is a real hidden gem in southern Italy. With its magnificent beaches, unspoilt nature and rich cultural heritage, this land is a true paradise for lovers of nature and ancient history. A hidden treasure waiting to be discovered. Calabria in pills is the ideal guide to understand what is fa...

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