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Mapping out a Positano itinerary is one of the joys of planning a trip to this area of Southern Italy. Easily one of the most recognisable towns lining the stunning Amalfi Coast, Positano is a wonderful destination for anyone looking to have a truly classic, Italian seaside getaway. If you have 1, 2, or 3 days to spend in Positano, the town has an...

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The Egyptian pyramids have inspired people for thousands of years. The Great Pyramid of Giza was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World (a sort of Ancient Greek tourist itinerary). They inspired the Nubians in Sudan to build many (relatively unknown pyramids) upstream on the Nile. The Great Sphinx of Egypt with its tunnels and secrets was a...

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Looking for the best places to stay in Puglia? Look no further! In this guide I’ll share information about the best towns in Puglia to stay in, the best areas within these towns, and different accommodation options to suit different budgets. Puglia, also known as Apulia, is a region located in the southern part of Italy. It’s a popular destination...

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The Amalfi coast is one of Italy’s most popular, and most beautiful, destinations. And when it comes to where to stay in the Amalfi, most people—and guidebooks—have one big suggestion: Sorrento. It’s true that Sorrento is pretty. And it’s convenient, especially with regards to the 5 must-see sights of the Amalfi coast. But it’s also really touristy...

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In the new comedy Mafia Mamma, out this week, Toni Collette vamps it up and brings the laughs as an American woman who is forced to take over the family crime business in Italy after her estranged grandfather dies. She wastes no time confirming that filming on location in the Eternal City was as glorious as it looks on screen. “Just being in Rome w...

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Passengers visiting a swanky new boarding area at Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport in Rome will, for the foreseeable future, be greeted by one of Gian Lorenzo Bernini’s most famous sculptural works, Salvator Mundi (around 1679). The marble bust, showing Christ with his hand outstretched, stands in an imposing glass case in the airport lobby (Jes...

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The first time I visited Tuscany in spring was on a cycling trip with friends. Early one morning, before the sun had the chance to burn off the nocturnal dampness, we set off, wearing jackets and gloves, on a circuitous route from our tiny hamlet in the Chianti hills to Siena. By lunchtime, we were looking for suncream, amazed at the difference a f...

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The classic Italian honeymoon destinations of Rome, Venice and the Amalfi Coast are all lovely, but this varied country has so much more to offer. From picnics in rural olive groves to hot air balloon trips and mountain retreats, Top Travel Italy will plan entirely bespoke vacations based on your desires, always ensuring their trips are rooted in a...

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An exhilarating and timeless tale set in the majestic mountains of Abruzzo! The legend of Majella is surely one of the most fascinating stories of the region. Legend has it that Maja, the most beautiful of the Pleiades, the celestial and mountain nymphs, fled Phrygia in a desperate attempt to save her one and only beloved son Hermes, a huge giant w...

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Gerace is located in the province of Reggio Calabria and is part of the Aspromonte National Park, so the village is surrounded by lush forests, rolling hills, and fertile plains, which make it an ideal location for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. Visitors can explore the park’s stunning natural landmarks, including the Marmarico Waterfalls,...

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