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Walking through the narrow lanes of Termoli’s borgo antico, the medieval promontory felt unusually quiet this mid-spring: laundry snapped in the Adriatic breeze, pastel walls stood in silence, and the beauty of the moment was mostly denoted by its emptiness. This scene, delicately captured by the Financial Times, set the stage for a bold cultural r...

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You’ve finally planned your dream vacation in the stunning Sicily - sunshine, sea, delicious food, and, most importantly, a deep dive into the culture and centuries-old history of this magnificent island. But beyond the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, the crystal-clear waters of Favignana, the silhouettes of the Aeolian Islands on the horizon,...

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A new study from CV Villas has revealed Europe’s most underrated luxury destinations, and the quiet Italian region of Umbria tops the list. The travel agency analyzed reviews for top attractions across 50 lesser-visited European locations to uncover hidden gems that offer both luxury and authenticity. Umbria earned an impressive “underrated luxury...

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With summer finally upon us, Italy's iconic cities and famous landmarks are once again starting to fill up, as millions of tourists pour in from across the globe. However, with growing crowds come long queues and rising costs, which are starting to take their toll. As a result, many are beginning to skip the usual hotspots like Rome, Venice and Mil...

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Many tourists spend their Italy trips in the ancient city of Rome, the artistic city of Florence and the watery city of Venice. Others spend time drinking wine in the rolling hills of Tuscany or eating pizza in Naples. But not so many travelers realize that Bologna is known around the world for its exciting food culture and that the best things to...

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It’s been a surprising off-the-radar but not out-of-the-box destination this summer: Ancona (pronounced AHN-coh-nah), an enchanting Italian seaside town in the picturesque Marche region on the Adriatic coast. Now, thanks to the availability of Ryanair flights between London Stansted and Ancona for £23, visitors looking for an alternative Italian br...

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Let yourself be transported into the imagination of films set in Italy or into the romantic words of famous novelists. Taking a road-trip through the Italian countryside is the dream of many. It is the desire for adventure, surprise and freedom that an all-Italian panorama evokes. But on a practical level, what are the advantages and why choose a r...

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Imagine if the Amalfi Coast was all but unknown — that’s the charm of Maratea. Bordered by Campania to the north and Calabria to the south, the municipality occupies the only portion of the Tyrrhenian coast in the whole of Basilicata. It’s a near 20-mile stretch home to striking black-sand beaches, boat-fresh seafood and panoramic vistas overlookin...

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When I lived in Milan, it wasn’t the tourist destination it is today, and while there was no shortage of travelers arriving at Malpensa or Linate airports each week, they typically came to the then often-foggy city for work. Now Milan is an international hot spot, drawing 8.5 million visitors a year, not only for business, but also for leisure, ble...

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Located in the Emilia-Romagna region, Bologna is a city of real substance. With a population of just under 400,000, it feels lively and important without the intense tourist crowds you might find in Florence or Rome. The city is famously known by three nicknames that perfectly capture its spirit: La Dotta (the Learned), for its ancient university; ...

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