Sport and adventure, relaxation and tranquility or pleasure and tradition? Don't mind, you don't have to decide - whatever your goal for your vacation, you will be spoiled for choice in Ratschings! This region is full of possibilities - as a couple, with family or individually; every day offers a new experience. The commune of the three silent vall...

The most common questions we get from clients about to leave for Italy have to do with packing conundrums. From comfortable shoes to reliable adaptors, packing details seem to take up a lot of bandwidth in the final days before departure—which comes as no surprise, since our custom Italy travel planning services are so comprehensive that clients do...

Michelangelo is without a doubt one of the most remarkable, brilliant and universal artists of all time. And among Michelangelo’s many showrooms, you’ll find Rome filled with his statues, paintings, frescoes and architecture all around. To cite his friend Vasari: ‘Among the living and the dead he who carries the palm is Michelangelo, foremost not j...

Often when we book a holiday stay our search focuses on accommodation with bed and breakfast. Breakfast traditions across Europe vary widely, reflecting the diverse cultures and culinary preferences of each region. With this in mind, the online travel agency Weloveholidays has compiled a ranking of the European cities with the best breakfasts, a ra...

Over the river and through the woods, and onto the ferry, and up the funicular, and across the mountain range, and down the gorge, and into the sand dunes… Now that’s how you get to these remote places. Trains, planes, and automobiles will get you pretty far in Italy, but there’s a treasure trove of spots waiting further off the beaten path. Here,...

For the seventh year in a row, Fiumicino's Leonardo da Vinci Airport was voted Europe's best airport in the category of airports with more than 40 million passengers, joined for the first time by Rome's second airport, Ciampino Airport, which was awarded the continent's best airport in the 5 to 15 million passenger category. Conducting the "Airport...

Lake Maggiore, west of Lake Como, is Italy’s second-largest lake. Lake Maggiore is a long, narrow lake with more than 90 miles of shoreline that sits in a beautiful setting in the Alps, making it an ideal location from which to explore the parks and mountains. With a fairly mild climate and year-round activities, it’s a good place to visit almost a...

Located in central Italy, between the Apennine Mountains and the Adriatic Sea, Abruzzo is one of Italy’s most under-the-radar regions. A third of it is made up of national parks, making it a paradise for nature lovers, hikers, and skiers. Though you won’t find major monuments like the Colosseum, you’ll find impeccably preserved Medieval villages th...

The travel itinerary company Earth Trekkers has highlighted a hidden Italian commune with beautiful views and fairytale cottages. Many tourists enjoy a trip to Italy thanks to its incredibly rich and varied history, which gives cities such as Rome, Naples and Milan beautiful architecture and delicious food. However, Julie, a travel expert at Earth...

Nestled in the heart of Italy's Umbria region, Todi beckons with its medieval charm, rich history, and breathtaking landscapes. This ancient town, perched atop a hill overlooking the Tiber River, offers a glimpse into the past while providing all the comforts of the present. Whether you're a history enthusiast, art lover, or foodie, Todi promises a...