Can 5 days be enough to slow down, shift gears, and see with new eyes a land that holds centuries of history and unspoiled landscapes? Yes, by starting in Gubbio and following the ancient route of the Strada della Contessa, a medieval link between Umbria and Montefeltro. Following a route that winds along the border with the Marche region, we’ll cr...

As summer arrives in Italy, the rhythm of daily life begins to shift, especially outside the cities. In towns and villages across the country, the signs are unmistakable: plastic chairs appear in the piazza, parish banners are unfurled, and the smell of frying food drifts through side streets. Loudspeakers crackle to life in the early evening, chil...

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The European Cultural Routes are cross-border journeys that help travelers explore how Europeans have lived and interacted since ancient times. The concept was launched by the Council of Europe in 1987. One of the latest additions to this network is Saint Francis’ Ways: European Route of Franciscan Heritage, which has now been officially r...

Tucked between Tuscany and Lazio in central Italy is Umbria, a region that remains, somehow, just out of the spotlight. Often called Italy’s “green heart,” it may feel less polished and be less photographed than its more well-known neighbors, but it's no less enchanting. The little-known region was recently named Europe’s most underrated, luxurious...

Summer is here, and with it a familiar tale of two seasons: A season of simplicity, favoring food made with few, fresh ingredients and very little time. And a season of sociality, embracing thoughtful, unhurried meals made for gathering and spending warm evenings outdoors. In my house, this is generally an either/or situation—I’m either drizzling o...

After learning her family’s Italian culture from her immigrant grandparents, Susan Guerra is experiencing a new part of life by living and leading walking food tours in Italy.  Growing up in Glen Ridge, Guerra was familiar with New Jersey Italian traditions, but it wasn’t until years later that she would move to Italy and truly learn the extent of...

The engines are revving once again for the Mille Miglia, often dubbed “the most beautiful race in the world” by none other than Enzo Ferrari. The excitement is palpable among the 420 crews taking part in this unforgettable journey from Brescia to Rome and back — a 1,900-kilometer adventure that offers a once-in-a-lifetime driving experience. Runnin...

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This coming fall, FS Treni Turistici Italiani—the division of Italy’s State Railways focused on leisure travel—will launch a series of new rail journeys departing from Rome and heading toward Umbria, Tuscany, and Piedmont. These routes are crafted for travelers looking to enjoy a slower pace, eco-conscious travel, and a cozy ride aboard fully updat...