May 6th is World Color Day, created in 2009 to raise awareness about the importance of colors in the various fields of art, architecture, science, and technology as well in our daily lives, with a significant impact on our mood, emotions, and perception of the world around us. Italy boasts many extraordinary places known for their colors. Here we m...

Italy’s best-known seaside resorts, like Cinque Terre and Portofino, were once obscure fishing villages; today millions come to visit these rustic coastal havens, which now face the challenges of overtourism during warm-weather months. The attractions that have long drawn outsiders—striking scenery; intense blue and green seas; pastel-toned houses...

The beautiful Vernazza is often hailed as one of the most picturesque villages of the Cinque Terre region. Home to a medieval castle, vineyards that splay across the hillside and a charming collection of vividly coloured houses adorn the jagged coastline that stretches out into the Ligurian Sea, here’s your ultimate guide to the best things to do i...

Church bells echoed through the sunny piazza as I plopped down on a stone bench, digging my plastic spoon into a cup of basil gelato.  I’d hiked about 5 miles that morning. I had another 5 to go. A mound of ice cream felt like a fitting reward for reaching the halfway point of my trek in Italy’s famed Cinque Terre. The “Five Lands” — which, like ev...

There is no better place than Italy to celebrate love: its timeless charm, cities rich in history, breathtaking landscapes, and irresistible cuisine make it the perfect destination for a romantic experience. Valentine's Day is the ideal occasion to be enchanted by its beauty, rediscover the magic of unique scenery, and create unforgettable moments...

Monesteroli is a small, little-known hamlet located along the stunning Ligurian coast of Italy. Perched on a steep cliff above the sea, it is not a place easily reached by cars or buses: in fact, the only way to visit this village is by foot or by boat, which makes it a great destination for those seeking adventure and tranquility away from the noi...

If you don't know Genoa, you should know that the city is long but not wide and consists of many small villages like Boccadasse, Nervi, Albaro and Vernazzola on the east side of town, going west it's the same thing. Boccadasse was originally an old fishing village and is very similar to the villages of the Cinque Terre. It has the same small fishin...

There are probably more stories about the name Via dell'Amore than there are roads leading to Rome. I'll go with the classic: the image of couples in the 1920s who came here for romantic walks, with or without a chaperone nearby. Today, Cinque Terre, with 3.4 million visitors per year, is one of Italy's most touristic spots – that's more than 9000...

When it comes to breathtaking coastal views and charming seaside towns, Cinque Terre vs Amalfi Coast is a tough choice for any traveler. Both are incredible destinations, but if you’ve never been to either, deciding which one to visit can be overwhelming! That’s why we’ve put together this detailed guide comparing Cinque Terre vs Amalfi Coast to he...

Exploring Italy by train offers a unique opportunity to discover the country from a different perspective. The tracks pass through breathtaking landscapes, connecting art cities, picturesque villages and hidden corners that often escape classic tourist itineraries. In short traveling by train allows you to experience many more emotions, if then the...