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Although its citizens are famously proponents of la dolce vita, a good life needn’t mean an idle one — Italy offers ample opportunities for adrenaline-seekers, whether it’s the entire reason for your trip, or the interval to a more leisurely itinerary. Inspiring natural backdrops and knowledgeable local operators abound, and there are options for e...

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Valle d’Aosta, located in the northwest of Italy, is a region known for its beautiful alpine landscape and its rich history. One of the most notable features of the region is its castles, which dot the landscape and offer a glimpse into the region’s past. The castles of Valle d’Aosta are an important part of the region’s heritage and offer visitors...

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Salento, the southernmost stretch in Italy’s heel, is gaining increasing fame for its paradisiacal beaches, secluded coves dotted along its rugged coastline, majestic Baroque churches, the warm hospitality of its people, and a slow-paced lifestyle that many long for. Adding to its charm is the region’s rich culinary tradition: freshly caught seafoo...

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We're not quite ready to put a bow on summer, but I already hear screaming kids at recess down the street from my house, which is always the telltale sign summer is all but wrapped up. The leaves aren't dropping just yet, nor are they ready to flaunt their rustic hues and vibrant golds, but last-minute trips can be a headache. Why not get a head st...

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Last month, I accomplished my goal of visiting all 20 regions in Italy when I set foot in Molise (which Italians cheekily refer to as "the region that doesn't exist," because it's so small). Although I have great memories of Emilia-Romagna's incredible food and Sardinia's therapeutic salty air, nowhere has quite stolen my heart like Basilicata — a...

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This summer, Italy is experiencing a major shift in the profile of its international visitors. Gone are the days when Russians dominated the luxury scene in Costa Smeralda or Germans filled the hotels on Lake Garda. Now, wealthy Indians, Arabs, Canadians, Australians, and of course Americans are reshaping the country’s tourism map, turning every re...

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Everyone's heard of Sicily, Sardinia, and fashionable Capri, but when it comes to enchanting islands, Italy has much more to offer than the usual headline acts. And few people realize that the country's coastline is actually peppered with over 350 idyllic islands, from picture-perfect Favignana to car-free Panarea to rugged Marettimo.  Some islands...

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Today, we’re exploring a centuries-old cold case: a linen cloth, almost four meters long, carrying the faint imprint of a man. Some see in it the burial shroud of Jesus, others a brilliantly executed medieval forgery. For centuries, it has stirred faith, skepticism, and curiosity in equal measure. Today, the Shroud of Turin remains one of the most...

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The capital of the Piedmont region is a place of understated elegance, a city of royal palaces and grand arcades that also served as the engine room of Italy's industrial heyday. As Italy’s fourth-largest city, with a population of just under 900,000, Turin, or Torino, has all the amenities of a major urban centre but without the chaotic energy of...

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When you're hungry on a road trip in the United States, your options for nourishment aren't always stellar. While you may be lucky to find a diner or a roadside BBQ stand, you're more likely to come across a typical fast food chain or even a gas station supermarket filled with shelf-stable snacks and sad, soggy sandwiches. Italy, however, does not...

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