5 Things to Do in Pisa Besides Climbing the Leaning Tower
The city of Pisa Italy is famous the world over for its Leaning Tower but there's much more to the city. Here are some other things to do in Pisa: 1. Be sure to visit the Duomo and Baptistery next to the tower. Leave extra time (a few hours) to visit Pisa's stunning cathedral as well as the largest baptistery in Italy. 2. Also leave time to go into Museo dell’Opera del Duomo. This museum is where much of the art that was formerly in the cathedral is now housed. See Giovanni Pisano's ivory carving of the Madonna and Child carved for the cathedral's ...
Things to See in Alberobello
When you travel to Italy, there might be a lot of places that you would want to visit. One destination that definitely calls for a place in your travel itinerary is - Alberobello. Located in the southern part of Italy, it is a UNESCO World Heritage site that is known for its exceptional style of building called Trulli. Trullis are nothing but limestone houses with dry stone walls and conical roof that are known for their mortarless construction. The reason behind these pre-historic buildings was to escape from paying taxes. When the king’s tax collector came to collect taxes, the owner ...
Where To Stay in Rome: The Rose Garden Palace Hotel
One of my favorite hotels in Rome is the Rose Garden Palace Hotel. Just off the famous Via Veneto, and a stone’s throw from the American Embassy, it enjoys one of the best locations in the city. The hotel is partly owned by Steve Perillo, the third generation owner of Perillo Tours, the world’s largest tour operator to Italy. Perillo and his Italian partner bought this 19th-century building in 1998 and named it after the rose bushes in the courtyard. One might expect a hotel owned by a tour company to seem impersonal or ...
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Top 5 Must-Eats When In Rome
Published on Friday, March 9, 2012 by Daniel
Italy food culture is different from any other food culture in the world. For Italians, meal time is a time to relax. For them, flavor and character is a must in their food. Rome, the capital of Italy, is the place to taste the best Italian foods. Ever since ancient times, Romans conside...
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Tips for Visiting Rome with Kids
Published on Saturday, March 3, 2012 by Daniel
Not just for adults, Italy is place that is filled with entertainment and activities for kids too. You will have loads of fun when you travel to Italy with kids. You will not only be taking them on an adventure to a new country, but will also be providing them with opportunities to learn a... -
Best-Kept Rome Travel Secrets
Published on Monday, February 27, 2012 by Daniel
A vacation in Rome is always refreshing. All you need to do is have a proper travel plan in place. Get some practical advices to cut short your expenses and make your trip a memorable one. Here are a few Rome travel tips that are worth knowing: To start with, choose the best time to vi... -
Venice Carnevale: An Italian Celebr...
Published on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 by Daniel
An alluring festival that pulls in thousands of spectators; a tradition that casts its spell on whoever crosses its path; a gala that celebrates the spirit of humans is none other than the Venice Carnival. Escape from the mundane everyday life and get drowned in the fantasy of this amazing... -
The Elegant Architecture of Florenc...
Published on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 by Daniel
Are you a lover of architect? Do you love to visit places that are famous for their architectural work? Then, you must make a trip to Florence in Italy. Florence is one of the major Italy tourist attractions where the Renaissance began. Italian Renaissance architects were responsible for t... -
Sicily – Island of Breathtaki...
Published on Thursday, February 9, 2012 by Daniel
Sicily, the island of awe-inspiring beauty, is not only the largest island in Italy, but in the Mediterranean Sea too. Sicily is as much famed for its cuisine and fascinating history, as it is for its breathtaking beaches. It has so many beautiful beaches, that a new traveller might find i... -
Make your Travel Around Venice Chea...
Published on Saturday, February 4, 2012 by Daniel
Have you ever traveled in water buses that give you a light floating feel? If no, then you are missing out something big in life! When you’re in Venice, you have no good reason to miss a ride on the Venice Vaporetto! The least expensive mode of travel in Venice, a vaporetto or water bus ... -
Top 5 Beaches in Italy for Party Lo...
Published on Monday, January 30, 2012 by Daniel
Blessed with unique landscape and a wonderful coastline, Italy is a paradise for tourists. The best beaches in Italy in particular are alluring. The unique features of each beach will make it difficult for you to decide as to which one to visit during your Italian vacation. Italian beac... -
All About Italian Food and Dining E...
Published on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 by Daniel
Do you love eating and traveling? Then, Italy is ‘the’ destination for you! Dining etiquette varies from country to country. So before you travel Italy, it is wise to know Italy's food etiquette. Italians are crazy about food. Most of the restaurants in Italy serve sumptuously del... -
Spend Your Vacation Rediscovering S...
Published on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 by Daniel
Italy offers so much variety in terms of sites to visit, including museums, palaces, churches and historic sites. Tourists visiting Italy often restrict themselves only to the big cities. The reason is clearly ignorance or lack of information of the wonders the smaller cities in Italy ...
