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For many English visitors, the spark was ignited in the 19th century. Hillside villas, dreamlike gardens, an extensive collection of books and artworks, and a tennis club are part of the rich historical legacy of that period. According to legend, it was the ancient romantic retreat of a princess and a soldier. In current popular and tourist culture...

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A charming Italian city is considered one of the top European destinations to visit this summer, with its landmark being voted as the country’s finest. Situated on the stunning Ionian Sea, Taranto boasts a rich history that makes it a must-see location. The city remains a significant commercial port and serves as the primary naval base for Italy. I...

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The luxury rail service features eight different one-to-two-night itineraries spanning the country. It is a multi-party partnership between Italian hospitality group Arsenale, Orient Express, Trenitalia, Fondazione FS and Treni Turistici Italiani TTI. La Dolce Vita Orient Express comes close to the arrival of the first two Orient Express hotels in...

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Over the past decade, close to 600,000 Italians have sailed westward across the Atlantic Ocean seeking a better work life amid decreasing professional opportunities at home. Artists in particular, despite the country’s illustrious standing as the most important center in Western art history, are leaving in search of a place where they can do their...

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There’s a buzz happening in the Italian mountains, with a slew of new openings and hotel updates putting The Dolomites firmly in the spotlight. Firstly, making it easier than ever to reach the UNESCO-protected peaks found in north-eastern Italy, is SkyAlps’ new direct flight route from London Gatwick to Bolzano. The Italian airline first launched i...

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Emanuele Rabotti, the owner of the renowned Monte Rossa winery in Franciacorta, loves challenges. During the peak of the COVID pandemic, he decided to revive the Pusterla vineyard, highlighting its historical and winemaking heritage. The vineyard’s origins date back to 1037 when the royal monastery of Santa Giulia cultivated grapes on the slopes of...

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Puglia, the heel of Italy’s boot, is known for its architectural and natural beauty, excellent cuisine, and strong connection to its historical and cultural roots. It is a charming, welcoming place that manages to strike a balance between modernity and the past, modern tourism and respect for the environment, regional history, culture, and traditio...

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Italy has dozens of wonderful, small islands to discover and the Pontine Islands are definitely among the most beautiful and unmissable. Small in size, but with a great cultural and naturalistic heritage, these islands offer a variety of activities and iconic places to visit. Their blue and pristine sea is known for the purity of its waters, while...

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The pastel-painted villages and cliffs terraced with lemon groves of Italy’s Amalfi Coast attract some five million tourists a year. But while the coastline is dreamy, the journey there is not. The easiest way to reach cities like Amalfi and Positano is to fly into Naples airport and then take a time-consuming combination of trains and buses to rea...

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As far as beautiful city breaks go, Florence is up there as one of the most popular among global travellers. Not only is it the capital of the Tuscany region in central Italy but also one of the most walkable spots on the world map, according to new data. A recent list revealed that the quintessentially romantic destination earned the top spot due...

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