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Italy hasn’t stopped moving since the Romans began building their extensive road network, and the country has a penchant for speed and drama — despite its reputation for a slow, savoured approach to life. Whether you choose to board a plucky Vespa or a zippy vaporino, ride a poker-red Ferrari or a sky-scraping cableway, this way of exploring brings...

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Italy is one of the most popular places to visit in Europe, and it’s easy to see why. It’s known for its rich history, beautiful buildings, and amazing culture. It’s also a top choice for people who want to retire and enjoy a slower, more relaxed life. Many retirees from around the world dream of living in Italy. But with so many charming cities, q...

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There is a seaside trattoria in Marina del Cantone, the beach of Nerano (in Campania), built under the auspices of the 17th-century chapel of Saint Anthony of Padua, with which it shares its walls. Towards the end of the 19th century, that small strip of pebbled beach served as a landing point and a place of rest for fishermen who docked their boat...

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Here are moments when Capri, a small, rocky island in the Gulf of Naples, seems deranged. When you first experience the clamor of the port, say, or sit in a pink convertible taxi as it tries to pass another pink convertible taxi on a road that is 8.5 inches wide. There are many more moments—eating the namesake caprese salad amid the scent of pines...

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If your budget can’t quite stretch to the stunning shoreline of the Amalfi coast this summer, fear not, as an exhilarating new Prime Video crime drama will transport you to one of Italy’s most beautiful settings instead. Hotel Costiera is what we're calling the new Death In Paradise - and it's set to seriously shake up your summer. The drama centre...

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Bring water," they said when I announced I'd be hiking the Sentiero dei Fortini (Trail of Little Forts). "There's nothing out there." The six-kilometre cliffside path linking the remains of three 19th-Century Bourbon military outposts was my fourth hike on this craggy Mediterranean island. Somewhere along the rocky, wild rosemary-flocked path whil...

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Boat rides to hidden coves, sunbathing below a colorful umbrella at a glamorous beach club, sipping Aperol spritzes at sunset, twirling spaghetti with clams as you gaze out at the Mediterranean — these are just a few of the dreamy things you can do on the Amalfi Coast and the island of Capri, which is less than an hour away by boat. And though the...

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Would you like to experience the beauty, culture, and history of a memorable Italian odyssey with a visit to the island of Capri, Italy? Boasting stunning sights and attractions to explore, this unique destination offers something for everyone – from awe-inspiring clifftop hikes, picturesque rocky coves, and charming hillside towns steeped in tradi...

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Like many people, Lucy Laucht felt her life shift the first time she went to southern Italy. The photographer — originally from the UK but by then living in New York — had been to Milan once for work, but in 2016 she had what she calls her “first proper trip”: Capri and the Amalfi Coast. “I so clearly remember that first experience,” she says. “Lan...

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The boom in American tourism has been touching all Mediterranean countries for some time now. American travelers in Spain grew by 14.6 % in a single year, in Portugal by 34.2 %, and in Greece by nearly 30 %.At home, record tourism numbers are more than just a trophy to show off. Tthe boom in tourism is practically holding the Italian economy up. “I...

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