The Italy Mix is a regular post about the most interesting Italy and Italy travel news and human interest stories around the Web. Here are our top picks for this week:
Mussolini-Themed Vacations: For better or worse, association with Adolf Hitler’s wartime ally is contributing to an unlikely boom for a few Italian destinations like the island of Ponza. (CNN)
Florence’s Hottest Neighborhood: In San Lorenzo, new spots with style and international flair are now attracting legions of foreigners and Florentines alike. (The New York Times)
Matera Is Hot: Strikingly beautiful, Matera is poised to become Europe’s next best destination. (Vogue)
What’s New in Italy: Rick Steves reveals what to look for in 2016 in Rome, Florence and the Cinque Terre. (The Seattle Times)
By Kathy McCabe
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