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In Italy there are many lakes and rivers but you should know that in the past there were also large ones such as Lake Fucino. This is located in Abruzzo on theCentral Apennines and is today a fertile valley. Here you can find out in depth what this lake is and what it was like. You will also know its history and you will know why it is important. T...

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Any trip to Italy promises its share of memorable meals. But to go straight to the source, travelers should head to Emilia-Romagna, a region that has become synonymous with food. Boasting the country's highest number — an incredible 44 total — of PDO (Protected Designation of Origin) and PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) products, including P...

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From Monte di Procida, near the city of Pozzuoli to Punta Campanella, just a stone's throw from Sorrento. In this unique space beyond Naples, you will find the Phlegrean towns of Pozzuoli and Bacoli, the ruins of Pompeii, Herculaneum, and Stabia, as well as the magical islands of the gulf: Ischia and Procida to the north and Capri to the south. If...

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I’m just back from an epic tour of Italy, exploring the beautiful borghi of Lombardy, its ancient castles, lakes, mountains and waterfalls. I may also have consumed more than my fair share of incredible Lombardian food and wine. Read on to discover some of the best villages, hamlets and borghi to visit in Lombardy, Italy. What is a borgo or borghi?...

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An upscale oasis for celebrities and jet setters, Portofino stands out among the many desirable places to visit on the Italian Riviera. Golfo Paradiso, a tiny stretch of Ligurian coastline in northern Italy, is home to a few less famous and equally character-rich gems.  Italians and in-the-know international travelers have been quietly flocking to...

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One has often heard of Aoshima, an island in Japan where cats reign supreme, just as they do in Greece at the island of Samos. Lovers of cats and animals in general, however, do not necessarily have to travel to distant destinations to experience a feline dimension as there is a tiny hamlet in Piedmont called Brolo, whose history has earned it the...

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At the end of the stunning Aventine Hill, just south of the Circo Massimo, sits the Villa del Priorato di Malta. It’s a stunning former monastery sat on top of the Tiber River with beautifully manicured gardens on the grounds and an absolutely stunning view of the Roman skyline. It would be the perfect spot for a secluded and romantic evening strol...

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Italy has long been a top global and much-beloved vacation destination for travelers looking for history, culture, stunning coastlines, and of course, terrific food. While first-time visitors would be well-advised to stick to the well-known trio of Rome, Florence, and Venice, those returning to Italy might be looking for other off-the-beaten-path d...

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Fair Verona is the lovers’ city: a veritable paradise for foodies, history buffs, and fans of stunning architecture alike. It’s a place which demands to be savoured, but even if you only have a short time in the city, you’ll soon swoon at its many charms and delights. Here’s how to spend the perfect one day in Verona itinerary. If you’ve ever read...

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On the eastern shores of Lake Como lies a small village in the shape of an inverted triangle: Careno. The village is ideal for those who want to bathe away from the crowds and take a relaxing stroll in a timeless place. Small stone houses with colourful doors, cobbled alleys, labyrinths of stone stairs, a small harbour, a church, a tasty trattoria...

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