Couples are flocking to Tuscany for a dream wedding — followed, naturally, by a bucolic honeymoon in the magical landscapes. According to recent research from jewelry firm Mark Broumand, Italy accounts for an average of 7,428 monthly searches from engaged couples, putting it in the top 4 for a destination wedding.  Tuscany, a province in the northw...

Parmigiano-Reggiano is one of the world’s most famous and beloved cheeses, yet its birthplace is rarely one of the first places that people think of when planning a trip to Italy. What a shame. Despite living in Rome for five years and visiting Italy dozens of times before that, it took me years to get to Parma, but when I finally did, I realized w...

As a waiter pours me a glass of Fiulot Barbera red wine, grown in Italy’s Piedmont region, and hands me a plate of pasta, I put aside any irritation that the Espresso Langhe Monferrato sleeper service departed Rome an hour late. I’m in the dining carriage of a service run by Treni Turistici Italiani (TTI) – a division of Italy’s state-owned railway...

One of the best parts of international travel is having a chance to try regional foods. Foodies often plan their itineraries around certain eateries, looking for travel destinations known for their local cuisine. If you're looking for a unique take on a traditional tasty treat, you'll want to visit one town in Italy. If you're a fan of focaccia (pr...

I spent a lovely week in Verona during Easter with my girlfriend, as a break from the stress of final year and dissertation deadlines approaching. We stayed in Veronetta, a lively, bohemian neighbourhood, only a short walk across the River Adige from the main attractions. There was a lovely vegan cafe called ‘Zazie’ close to where we were staying w...

Basso Monferrato is nestled in the picturesque region of Piemonte, offering a landscape dotted with historic castles and medieval villages on every hilltop as far as the eye can see. Sometimes it is illuminated in a golden glow from the setting sun, transforming it into a fantasy landscape. A dynamic wine region, particularly famous for its Dolcett...

Venice, the Italian lagoon, attracts millions of visitors every year. In fact, its huge international popularity is putting a strain on residents as well as the city's infrastructure, and has seen the local government enforcing a series of measures in recent months aiming to curb the impact of overtourism. The temporary entry fee imposed on daily t...

Located in the heart of the Italian Alps, in Alta Val Camonica, Ponte di Legno is a destination that enchants with its natural beauty and authentically alpine atmosphere. This resort, located in the province of Brescia, is known for its ski slopes in winter, but offers much more throughout the year. One of the most fascinating experiences is a visi...

Deep in the heart of the Italian Apennines lies a hidden gem: The Sasso Fratino Integral Reserve, a protected natural monument listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This jewel in the Casentino forests symbolizes the unspoiled beauty of nature, barely touched by human hands for thousands of years. The forest invites you with its canopy. It dances...

The final stage of the 2024 Ferrari Tour could only be held in Emilia-Romagna, home region of the historic Maranello-based company and cradle of Italian sports car culture. But there’s more to it than that: the region was the ideal location for all the Ferrari enthusiasts who took part, offering enchanting landscapes, plenty of local businesses t...