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With winter approaching, days getting shorter, and winds blowing colder by the minute, we understand why taking a Transatlantic trip to Europe, where the gray season can feel rather gloomy, might not seem the most attractive thought. A majority of Americans will be heading instead to the Caribbean, South America, or if feeling particularly adventur...

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The walled town of San Casciano delivers storybook Tuscany—narrow pedestrian-only streets, covered stone passageways, a looming castle, and a café-lined piazza. Outside the walls, the archetypal landscapes of the Val d’Orcia unfurl in all their glory, with rolling fields of vineyards and olive groves punctuated by cypress trees and the profile of a...

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Milan, known for its fashion and design, is also home to the picturesque Navigli district, famous for its canals and artistic vibes. The history of Navigli dates back centuries and has played a significant role in shaping the city’s identity. In this article, we will explore the rich history of Navigli, admire its beauty, and discover the various a...

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The medieval hill town of Calcata, Italy, located just 25 miles (or 40 about kilometers) north of the Eternal City, makes for a fantastic day trip from Rome. Whether you get to Calcata, Italy via a bus from Rome’s Saxa Rubra bus station or you have a car of your own, when you come around the bend in the road that snakes its way through the hills to...

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Trieste is a real find that entices every discerning traveller with its intriguing mix of a quaint fishing village and a grand Central European metropolis. The city's rich cultural and architectural legacy is best experienced in the refined Piazza Unità, the largest in Europe overlooking the sea.  To truly explore Trieste like a local, you must del...

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Just off Piazza Maggiore, Bologna’s central square, the Quadrilatero seduces all of the senses. Grocers deal out chunks of nutty, rich Parmigiano Reggiano cheese as samples to discerning shoppers, along with razor-thin slices of prosciutto di Parma that melt on the tongue. Wine bars pour effervescent glasses of local pignoletto wine alongside board...

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Despite its proximity to Florence and Pisa, Lucca is a Tuscan gem that is often skipped over by tourists. And if visited, it’s often only as a day trip. But with so much to offer, I can assure you that it’s worth spending a weekend in this splendid town. Lucca delivers all the charm one expects of a small Tuscan town, while still having a unique id...

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If you love shopping and trendy clubs as much as history, art and monuments, the place for you is the district of Chiaia, Naples. Nestled between some of the most iconic places in the city, such as Piazza del Plebiscito and the Posillipo hill, this district has so much to offer, for all tastes, including one of the beauties that have made Naples fa...

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Rosazza, a small village in Italy’s Piedmont region, is not your average destination: located in the province of Biella, just a stone’s throw from the famous Aosta Valley and elegant Turin, Rosazza is a place where history and mystery meet around every corner. Named after the 19th-century senator and philanthropist Federico Rosazza Pistolet, a key...

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The beaches in Italy can get very crowded, but there are still some secluded spots where holidaymakers can relax in peace. The Tremiti Islands are a group of five islands tucked away on Italy's Adriatic Coast. San Domino and San Nicola are the largest of the two islands, while Capraia, Cretaccio, and Pianosa are the three smallest. While the Tremit...

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