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It barely needs to be said that Italy has long been a favored vacation destination for tourism; and especially for the rich, famous and the extremely famous. For centuries people have been attracted by its stunning coastline, its culture, its chic fashion sense, its gorgeous vineyards and its stellar mountain regions. Italy has always impressed the...

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Italy is a country full of towns and villages rich in history, natural beauty and gastronomic delights that are worth exploring. Today we discover Spello, one of the most beautiful medieval villages of the peninsula. Spello is located in Umbria and is located not far from Foligno, Assisi and Perugia and almost at the foot of Mount Subasio: it is an...

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Umbria: living land, rich in lush nature, unspoilt valleys and paths embraced by olive trees. And not only: large vineyards and ancient villages rich in history and art in which it is worth getting lost at least once in your life. TheUmbria is a land to visit and live, to discover its historical riches but also the food and wine routes that this re...

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All year long, the young and old of Gualdo Tadino prepare for the annual Giochi de le Porte (Contest between the City Gates). Divided into four rioni, each section of town surrounding a different city gate, the citizens of this medieval Italian town in the heart of Umbria prepare for 3 days of continuous events to honor their patron St. Michael the...

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The Trasimeno Rosato Festival enjoyed a third edition during the summer of 2022, a event that brought together the local wineries, restaurants, and bars in the picturesque and historic town of Castiglione del Lago. This village is on the shore of Lake Trasimeno (Lago di Trasimeno in Italian), which is at the heart of the wine producing denomination...

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This summer, nine Vespisti of the Vespa Committee of Washington, DC, led by AMHS member Willy Meaux, set off on an epic two-week Vespa ride from Rome to a first Vespa rally in Sulmona in the province of L’Aquila in Abruzzo. The trip, which began June 30, 2022, then took the riders through Umbria to Spoleto and Perugia, on to Tuscany via Montalcino,...

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Gubbio is one of the most beautiful towns in Umbria and a place with unique charm and personality. Blessed with a stunning position on the slopes of Mount Ingino, Gubbio has a delightful medieval town center and several scenic terraces with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The town has been in existence since ancient Roman times a...

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One thing’s for sure is it’s practically impossible to run out of things to do in Umbria. From exploring walled medieval hamlets to hiking in beautiful nature parks, it’s less about finding things to do than narrowing your list down! So, where do you start in this magnificent Italian region? Don’t worry, I’ll share everything you need to know. In t...

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When:Sat, September 10, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM - Join us to hear Amber and Dal Tibb's story of buying a home and creating a restaurant in beautiful Umbria, Italy Are you ready to chase your dream of owning a home in Italy? Meet Amber and Dal Tibb who did just that. They bought a home in the town of Giove, in the province of Umbria, during C...

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At first glance, Umbria and Tuscany appear to have a few things in common. Both are famous for the hilltop villages dating back to the middle ages, the stunning unspoiled scenery, the private homes on rolling hills and vineyards, and the delicious food and wine. Nevertheless, each has its personality, traditions, and attractions. Though Tuscany is...

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