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Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of northern Italy, just a stone's throw from the enchanting city of Venice, lies a maze that has baffled and captivated visitors from around the globe. This intricate labyrinth is renowned for its mind-bending twists and turns, designed to challenge even the most seasoned maze enthusiasts. With its towering hed...

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The former picturesque fishing village of Nervi has long since lost its independence, but that's okay, because Genoa is proud of its jewel and does its best to preserve its character. Recently, the old port has been renovated and a new seawater pool has been built overlooking the Portofino peninsula. At the dawn of the 20th century, Nervi flourishe...

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A hidden gem nestled in the heart of Italy’s Amalfi Coast has been capturing hearts and imaginations worldwide. Atrani, with its population of just over 800 residents, is suddenly on everyone’s lips and social media feeds. But what’s driving this newfound obsession with Italy’s smallest town? Let’s dive into the enchanting world of Atrani and uncov...

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“It’s Italian; it can be both a drink and a moment.” The perfect crossword clue for the entry “aperitivo” would be this. Everyone does it, and it’s become such a part of the national way of life that you could call it a tradition. It’s not ancient–claiming that would be historically inaccurate–and like all “traditions”, it’s constantly evolving. An...

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The lure of Sicily has inspired a number of tales: scenes from Francis Ford Coppola’s Oscar-award winning movie, The Godfather; the untamed coastline that informed Homer’s Odyssey; and, most recently, the alluring vacation scandals that ensued on HBO’s The White Lotus. But beyond the evocative stories that have brought this southern Mediterranean i...

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Hotel investors have returned their attention to Italy but are being very choosy about where they park their capital as they assess risks. Hotel owners and investors who have been active in Italy for years are looking to be aggressive now before outside investors catch on. Guy David Heksch, chief operating officer at London-based Omnam Investment G...

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In the evening, we would get into the car and drive to the curve or straight stretch we had scouted out in the days before. Armed with blankets—the spring nights were still chilly, especially in those mountainous or hilly areas—we would park and lower the seats of the cars only some of us owned, settling in to sleep. But not before sinking our teet...

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Italy has much to offer every season. Here are new ways to experience the country this fall and winter, in destinations ranging from the Alpine north to Sicily. Discover Bormio before the Olympics. The much anticipated Olympic Winter Games Milan Cortina 2026, will take place, obviously, in Milan and Cortina, but there will be a lot of action in oth...

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At the end of September 2024, I accompanied a group of The Perfect Loaf readers through southern Italy’s olive tree and cobblestone-lined streets. Though I’ve been to Italy many times to visit family, it was my first trip as a tourist and a guide of sorts, and if I’m being honest, I wasn’t really sure what to expect. Would the conversation flow? Is...

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Adversity breeds innovation, and that’s something that Naples proves true. Rising out of the ashes of Vesuvius, Campania’s capital really marches to the beat of its own drum: here, there’s an entirely new set of traffic laws, religion (and curses) are taken very seriously, and the culinary canon is so strong and flavorful that I was forced to up It...

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