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Campagna is a small town in the province of Salerno, located between the Picentini mountains and the Sele valley, with a population of just under 17,000. It’s a quiet place for most of the year, known historically for its religious institutions and stone bridges, and more recently, as a stopping point for those exploring the hinterland between the...

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Every autumn, the people of Umbria reach for their rakes and head for the hills. There they come together for an ancestral ritual: the olive harvest. For centuries this was papal territory and, fittingly, this is a rite of self-sacrifice and resurrection. The olives are collected by sweaty hand, using those rakes to shake down bunches at a time; th...

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If you’re heading to Venice and love food even a little, one thing is absolutely clear: you need to explore the city through its cuisine. Venice isn’t just about canals and gondolas—it’s about cicchetti, wine-soaked afternoons in tiny bacari, and family recipes passed down for generations. And the best way to experience it all? A food tour designed...

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Your dream of traveling to Italy is about to come true, and you know very well that organizing a trip is not just about booking flights or finding hotels or Airbnbs to stay in. It's also about gradually immersing yourself in the deep rhythm of Italian culture. Reading, watching films, listening to podcasts, or documentaries helps build an emotional...

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"You're fine. Just don't look down." I hold my breath, take the captain's outstretched hand and board the boat. The waves glimmer beneath my feet; the only thing separating me from the sea is a pane of glass. As our tour sets sail, the vast Bay of Cartaromana opens up before us. Jagged cliffs shoot up from the waves; sunbathers sprawl on the inl...

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Venosa is a small town in southern Italy that quietly holds an outsized place in the country’s history and cultural heritage. Located in the northern part of the Basilicata region, it sits roughly halfway between Potenza and Foggia, with the latter being the larger and better-connected city. The town is situated at approximately 400 meters above se...

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Nestled in the lush hills of the Lazio region, Roccasecca is a beautiful medieval village, one of the most interesting and lesser-known in Central Italy. Far from the crowds of Rome and just two hours away by car, this picturesque town offers a peaceful, authentic Italian experience where history, nature, and culture meet. Located in the wonderful...

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According to a recent study, more than half of Italians (52%) are familiar with the term "overtourism," and 56% view it as an increasingly pressing issue. Among different age groups, awareness is highest among younger generations: Gen Z leads with 57%, followed by Millennials at 55%, while Gen X and Boomers trail at 48%. Overtourism is see...

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A shirtless sailor in a roughed up inflatable dinghy approached as we sat in the cockpit at anchor. Along with two friends, my wife Roxy and I had just arrived in Marsala, a working fishing port known for its fortified wine, on the western point of Sicily. “I just came to warn you to be extra careful! Some people tried to steal my dinghy outboard t...

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