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...
READ MOREIn the village of Vico del Gargano, in Italy’s Apulia region, Valentine’s Day is celebrated a bit differently. Saint Valentine has been the patron saint of the place since the 17th century; here, however, he doesn’t only protect lovers, but also the town’s cherished citrus groves, particularly its oranges. Each year, as February 14th approaches, t...
READ MORESouthington UNICO is conducting a Valentine's fundraising event called Notte d’Amore by selling gift bags. The gift bag contains a $50 gift card to the New Mill, a $25 gift card to Anthony Jacks, two bottles of wine (red and white), Italian and assorted chocolate candies and a red rose for a special person in your life. The gift bags must be pre-or...
READ MOREHordes of tourists in Rome queue up every day to stick their hand in the Mouth of Truth while skipping the adjoining church, the fascinating Basilica of Santa Maria in Cosmedin. Located near the Circus Maximus in the site of the Forum Boarium, Rome's ancient cattle market, the church is one of the city's finest examples of mediaeval ecclesiastic ar...
READ MOREVenice is one of the cities that most embody the idea of romance and is definitely one of the best destinations for a love getaway. The timeless atmosphere of its views, the majesty of the palaces that contain works of art of extraordinary value, the light reflected by the water of the canals, the intimacy of the most hidden streets, everything see...
READ MOREHere we go again: Valentine's Day is here and you still don't know where to spend a weekend or just a romantic night with your soulmate, right? No fear! In this special Hidden Gems Love Edition we lead you to discover some of the most beautiful romantic places to visit in Italy - is there any other better occasion than Valentine's? In this article...
READ MOREThe Saint, elected symbol of love and protector of lovers, comes from Terni. The Christian martyr, according to legend, helped two young newlyweds celebrate their wedding by giving them a rather large sum of money. In fact, the feast of St. Valentine as we know it today was probably born to Christianise the ancient pagan festival of lupercalia (lin...
READ MOREItaly is one of the most special countries to experience romance, with passionate people, delicious food, architectural wonder, a seductive language and an appreciation for art. This place has all the ingredients for great love stories. Movies and television have leveraged these virtues to create great romance narratives that melt hearts around the...
READ MOREValentine’s Day (Feb. 14) falls on a Tuesday this year, so you may be casting about for a low stress option to celebrate your love, while still maintaining a restful “weeknight routine.” Burien’s Casa Italiana Italian Cultural Center has you covered. What began as a pandemic safety option was so popular that their drive-through dinner returns this...
READ MOREWhen love is involved, we all want one thing: for our special moments to be perfect and unforgettable. Italy, in its incredible beauty, offers endless possibilities to those seeking that romantic magic that stays in the heart. That's why we at Visit Italy think that the Belpaese is the ideal location to celebrate a Valentine's Day flawless in every...
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