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When King Charles of Bourbon sent Louis Vanvitelli the Royal Palace of Caserta, he had in mind to compete in Versailles. Today, in addition to the magnificent royal palace, we can also admire the former parade ground that has been awarded the title of the largest square in Italy: it is Piazza Carlo di Borbone that, with its 130 thousand square mete...

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A century and a half after his birth, Italian tenor and opera legend Enrico Caruso is finally being celebrated by his hometown of Naples with a new museum. Long before Luciano Pavarotti, it was Caruso who represented Italian opera to the rest of the world, ushering in an era of music for the masses with his prolific recordings at the advent of the...

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With fabulous weather, stunning scenery, and fun things to do, taking a Rome to Amalfi Coast day trip is certainly tempting – even if you’re strapped for time. If you’re considering a visit to Positano, Praiano, Ravello, or any of the other stunning towns along the Amalfi Coast, continue reading to find out our top activities for an Amalfi Coast da...

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A new olive oil company in Tampa is connecting the Caudine Valley of Italy with the beaches of Florida. They credit their success to a hard-working family and one specific type of olive. Gilberto Mauriello, and his wife Nicoleta, grew up picking olives in their hometown of Montesarchio, Italy. They had no idea one day, they’d sell it in Tampa Bay.

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Discover a region rich in history, culture and natural beauty  Campania is one of the most famous Italian regions in the world. Every year these territories of southern Italy are visited by millions of tourists attracted by its natural beauty as the incredible wonder of its coasts and the exceptional quality of food and wine products of this territ...

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Naples has a lot of iconic eateries and shops, but one of the lesser-known city icons is the kiosk of the fresh-water-seller. Scattered throughout the city, the banks of the acquafrescai – some of which are very famous – sell various mineral waters and refreshments. These kiosks were born to provide relief in the summer months, and for that reason...

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Heading to the Amalfi Coast in winter? It can be a wonderful time of year to come… but if you’re planning to visit Sorrento, Positano, or any of the other gems on the costiera amalfitana, there are some things you have to keep in mind. When is the off season on the Amalfi coast?From the end of October to April (excluding Easter). What to expect in...

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On one side of the empty scenic highway stretches the azure waters of the Tyrrhenian. On the other, the peaks of the Lattari Mountains. Coming around a bend, the town of Positano climbs up the cliff. You pull into a deserted overlook to photograph the vista in the late afternoon sun. Afterward, you head to Sorrento for dinner, parking on the main s...

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It would be easier to list what Italy doesn’t have (Domino’s and afternoon cappucinos) than to list everything this iconic country has to offer. Some visitors come for the spectacular food and wine; others for the history, the romance, or the breathtaking coastlines.  It’s no surprise that travelers today are flocking to Italy at 70% higher rates t...

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Where better to spend your lake vacation than in Italy? Our peninsula has a significant number of lakes, to be precise we are talking about 1500, all with different characteristics. For your lake vacation in Italy, you can choose any destination: from north to south and you can even choose the region that most appeals to you. Preferring a lake vaca...

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