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Florence is one of the most beautiful, fascinating, and culturally rich cities in all of Italy with more than enough choices for the whole family. Whether you are a first-time traveler, returning for a second trip, visiting as a family or flying solo, this list of the top things to do in Florence will help you navigate the city without feeling over...

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As I eagerly shared my upcoming journey to Portovenere, Italy, with a friend, they echoed the common question: “Where is Portovenere?” It’s a fair inquiry, considering this charming enclave remains a well-kept secret tucked away along the north-western coast of Italy, gracing the shores of the Ligurian Sea. Officially recognised as the Gulf of La S...

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I'm the founder of GardaDoma and an Airbnb Superhost in Brenzone sul Garda, Italy. Since 2019, my seven properties have hosted over 3,000 guests, and our annual revenue on Airbnb exceeds $250,000. I spent over a decade in corporate finance in Moscow. I started my career as an analyst at Ernst & Young, where in five years I progressed to a senior ma...

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Italy is often described as an open-air museum, with archeological marvels and hidden gems around every corner. However, it’s safe to say that visitors often have specific artworks and sites in mind when they arrive. After all, as long as they have existed, certain Italian artworks have earned their heralded spot on tourists’ bucket lists. Sandro B...

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Sardinia offers the perfect Mediterranean escape, thanks to its golden sandy beaches, rugged hiking trails, fresh local cuisine, and undeniable history. With wild landscapes and several national parks, this beautiful country boasts jaw-dropping scenery and an enchanting atmosphere. In this article, we’ll be discussing how to make the most out of yo...

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Ciao Bari! As the second-largest city in Southern Italy and the capital of Puglia, Bari greets you with a genuine Italian vibe. If you’re planning a road trip through Puglia, you’ll likely start in Bari, as most flights land here. If we’re being honest, it took us a bit of time to warm up to Bari. Unlike other Puglian cities, it’s not as polished a...

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Rome, a place of mythology, gladiators and ice-cream, has an unparalleled hold on the imagination. The city centre feels like an open air museum, the gloriously intact Colosseum rising up at its ancient heart, and with millennia-old ruins and dazzling baroque at every turn.  Central Rome is fairly walkable, so stay centrally or somewhere with easy...

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Don’t be like everybody else heading to Polignano a Mare and Alberobello… unless you want the crowds to push you to the edges of your sanity. Instead, check out these 10 under-the-radar Puglian places; from cathedrals designed by modern and contemporary architects to a ghost town and a high-speed test track, this is where to find the eccentric side...

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Foodies flock to the Parma area for its spectacular gourmet blockbusters like Parmigiano Reggiano cheese,  Prosciutto di Parma ham, Lambrusco wine, and more; while cyclists love the area because it’s relatively flat compared to much of the rest of Italy and easy to explore on two wheels.  But there’s another great reason to visit the area: the incr...

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Summer is just around the corner and it's time to choose your next vacation destination - it's a perfect moment to experience the magic of our sea-facing regions. And perhaps, why not, a perfect moment to explore Calabria, its multifaceted territories in the very heart of the Mediterranean, its crystal-clear sea fading on the horizon and its genuin...

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