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Italy’s record-breaking feats are a fascinating blend of the expected and the unexpected. Renowned for its contributions to art and culture, the nation also shines in areas that might surprise many.  My customary research journey to find interesting topics for our beloved paper has recently led me to an interesting article on visititaly.eu that pai...

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The story of Italy’s infrastructure is one perhaps better lived than told. Anyone who’s tried to get from Rome to Basilicata by train, travel from Florence to one of Tuscany’s hilltop towns by public transit, or get to Sicily from mainland Italy any way other than airplane likely knows that accessible inter-city and intra-city travel is never a giv...

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Historically speaking Tuscany is a land rich in splendid ancient villages, enchanting destinations where you can breathe history, art and beauty at every turn. Diamonds set in picture-postcard landscapes, scattered through the hills of the Val d'Orcia, perched between the Apuan Alps and the Apennines, or overlooking the sea. A richness that is also...

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Sorrento, Italy, packs over 2,600 years of history. It sits on the Sorrentine Peninsula, eyes on the Bay of Naples and Mount Vesuvius. Famous for citrus groves and history, it's always pulled crowds. Its story starts in the 8th century BC with local tribes, catching Etruscan attention. The Osci took over next, leaving 600 BC ruins behind. Before Ro...

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Gaeta is a picturesque town on the Tyrrhenian coast of Italy known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and breathtaking natural landscapes, which make it a beloved tourist destination. Located in the Lazio region, in the province of Latina, Gaeta is strategically positioned northwest of Naples.  The town’s history goes all the way back to...

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Dear friends, as mentioned last month, there is great news in the world of We the Italians. After having screened many tour operators who had contacted us, we have established a partnership with Micromegas, which will help us to offer you experience tours in Italy, with several new features and special contents. The first tour we propose contains p...

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In a recent review published in Nutrients, researchers use environmental, nutritional, and lifestyle data to determine whether Cilento, Italy, shares trait characteristics with ‘Longevity Blue Zones (LBZs). LBZs, which are often referred to as ‘blue zones,’ are regions throughout the world with distinct geographical profiles but shared long citizen...

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From astronomy to art and scenery in ancient hamlets, from workshops to guided tours in parks and gardens among wild herbs and flowers, fairy tales and magic: Basilicata opens up to experiential tourism, allowing visitors to live out and share their passions. Off the usual tourist trail, the region offers visitors many original opportunities to red...

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Picture the Cinque Terre’s colorful, cascading villages, practically falling into the pristine Mediterranean Sea. Hear the hum of wooden Rivas as they cruise the rocky shoreline, focaccia picnic in tow. Beyond the sea breeze, smell the scent of basil and pasta al pesto invading restaurants, homes, and the cobblestoned streets of quaint towns. This...

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In Italy, America and elsewhere around the world, there is perhaps no more delightful season than spring. As the land thaws and the gentle warmth of the sun coaxes the wondrous colors and blooms from the earth. It is the awakening of a new season of rebirth, from the ground, to our tables, and within ourselves. We feel energized again after long mo...

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