Milan, we all know it, is full of life, culture, and surprises. Considered by many the most cosmopolitan and international city in Italy, it is famous for its fashion, colorful urban life, and fashionably iconic locations, likeLa Scala theater, or the Triangolo della Moda.  But, beyond the well-known paths of its city center, you’ll find neighborho...

Overlooking the glistening waters of the Bay of Naples, Sorrento offers visitors a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural heritage, making it an ideal destination for travellers seeking both relaxation and exploration. One of the first things you'll notice in Sorrento is the imposing silhouette of Mount Vesuvius, overlooking the region. This...

Apulia located in the heart of the Mediterranean, is a region in southern Italy that enchants with its beauty, culture and traditions. Known for its long coastlines lapped by crystal-clear waters, centuries-old olive groves stretching as far as the eye can see and picturesque villages that seem suspended in time, Apulia will offer you an authentic...

The American dream and the inseparable bond with the motherland are at the heart of the celebrations held every year in September on the outskirts of New York City, and 2024 has been an unforgettable event for Italian Americans who dream of traveling to Italy. It is a phenomenon that goes by the name of Roots Tourism, and the traditional Italian Fe...

Have you heard of Locorotondo, Italy? Locorotondo is one of Southern Italy’s most beautiful villages, in my opinion, but it isn’t yet overwhelmed with tourist crowds. A true hidden gem, Locorotondo is just a 12-minute drive from busy Alberobello in the Puglia region, but feels like a world away. Both Alberobello and Locorotondo are home to trulli —...

Since Airbnb, the popular stay and homesharing booking site, introduced “Categories” in 2022, millions of unique accommodations around the world have been discovered by travelers, and some of the most popular are those in “vineyards,” with more than 33,000 listings in Italy alone. Nights spent there increased by 400% in 2023 compared to 2022, and h...

Floating motionless in the deep water of northern Italy’s exquisite Lago di Ledro in beating sun, I felt the contradictory sensation of simultaneous exertion and relaxation. My heart was thumping from the front crawl I’d just done, yet my mind basked in the beauty of this tree-lined valley and my brief, heavenly solitude. I could pretend this was f...

Ragusa Ibla is a village in the southeastern part of Sicily, approximately 15 miles from the city of Modica and about 60 miles from Catania. It sits on a hilltop in the Hyblaean Mountains and is part of the city of Ragusa. It is known for its striking Baroque architecture and rich history. Indeed, the village has ancient origins, with settlements d...

An ancient labyrinth, though it has survived in different forms than it did centuries ago, inside one of Tuscany’s most beautiful villas . This is the labyrinth of Villa Garzoni, one of Italy’s most fascinating historic residences, famous not only for its imposing architecture and Italianate garden, but also for its maze, a small living work of art...

The Piana Rotaliana Königsberg is a small area in the heart of Trentino strategically located in the center of one of the largest valleys in the entire Alpine arc, the Adige Valley. This has been in history one of the main routes between Italy and the center of Europe, across the Alps. The presence of a continuous flow of people moving from north t...