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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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Italy is back to being on everyone's radar now that temperatures across the Mediterranean basin are rising as we bid farewell to the bleak winter months. If you can't wait until summer to experience some of that dolce vita yourself, then you don't want to miss this. There is a scenic train visiting five of the country's most beautiful coastal towns...

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Consider Diano Marina the antithesis of New York’s Hamptons or Italy’s Forte dei Marmi. While all three are summertime meccas with long sandy beaches and clear blue waters, Diano Marina is the least posh, most relaxed, and definitely most authentic. With a near-perfect climate and a breathtaking setting, the town’s population swells between May 15...

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Portofino was "Portus Delphini" in Roman times, named for its many dolphins. A dolphin under the castle nods to this. The third-century Itinerarium Maritimum mentions it. Romans and Phoenicians used it as a port, showing its old maritime importance. The 10th-century Church of “Divo Martino” was a big religious gift from Empress Adelaide to San Frut...

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Liguria is not only coast and sea, although from these points of view it offers wonderful landscapes in which to spend unforgettable moments. The villages of the Ligurian inland provide another perspective, one more reason to love and appreciate the region: mountains and natural parks reserve beautiful surprises for those who want to explore villag...

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I'm taking you to San Fruttuoso, a secret spot on the Italian Riviera. This isn't your typical guidebook. We're diving into the real heart of it. It's where history crashes into the Mediterranean. We're exposing every inch of San Fruttuoso. From the ancient cobblestones to untamed nature, it's all here. This guide is about living San Fruttuoso. You...

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You’ve picked Italy for your next holiday (molto bene), and you know you want to be by the coast – did someone say sunset Aperol spritz? So, naturally, you’ve gravitated to the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cinque Terre and Amalfi Coast. But now you must make the ever so tricky decision of choosing between them. Meaning ‘five lands’, Cinque Terre co...

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Italians are adamant about recognizing and protecting their heritage. There are consortiums that protect regional products like Parmigiano Reggiano, organizations that preserve the country’s artistic and architectural treasures, and even official designations for the country’s most beautiful villages. I Borghi più belli d’Italia is an association f...

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The Cinque Terre, a string of five captivating villages clinging to the rugged Italian Riviera, is a dream destination for many. But with its vibrant charm and stunning scenery comes the question: when is the best time to visit Cinque Terre? Fear not, wanderlust-stricken travelers, for this guide will unveil the secrets of each season, guiding you...

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Chiacchiere, bugie, frappe, and cenci. No matter the name, they are a similar Carnival snack—thin, deep-fried strips of a liqueur-enriched dough that are tossed in sugar and munched upon during the festivities. In Venice, arguably home to Italy’s most famous Carnival celebration, they’re known as crostoli or galani.  But these aren’t the only sweet...

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