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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Introducing Rome & The Charmin...
Published on Sunday, May 25, 2014 by Steve
For the independent traveler, we have a perfect mix of guided tours and time on your own with our ItalyVacations.com package Rome & The Charming South. See the best of Italy's history and beautiful coastline! Start in the Eternal City visiting Ancient Rome and the Colosseum, then he...
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The Italy Mix: Italian Islands, Sor...
Published on Thursday, April 10, 2014 by Kathy McCabe
The Italy Mix is a weekly post about the most interesting Italy and Italy travel news and human interest stories around the Web each week. Here are our top picks for this week: Sorrento So Cool: Its cobbled streets are lined with historic buildings, beautiful boutiques, refined rest... -
Explore the Five Senses of Wine in ...
Published on Sunday, January 26, 2014 by Kathy McCabe
One of the great joys of taking a food and wine tour in Italy, even just for a day, is to get more familiar with the ingredients and attributes of Italy's bounty of tastes. If you're visiting the Amalfi Coast, Naples or anywhere in Campania, you can't miss the private day-long Southern G... -
Italy Travel Photo – The Fara...
Published on Monday, May 6, 2013 by Kathy McCabe
The stunning island of Capri, off Italy's Amalfi Coast, has been attracting visitors for generations. One of the islands most famous sites on the island are the Faraglioni - a group of three geological stacks, just off the coast. They even have names: Stella, Mezzo and Scopolo. ... -
Italy Travel Photo: Ravello on the ...
Published on Monday, March 25, 2013 by Kathy McCabe
There are few places in Italy as stunning as the Amalfi Coast and few places as magnificent on the beautiful coastline as the cliffside paradise of Ravello. This photo was taken at the gardens of Villa Cimbrone, a must-visit. Photo by dalbera, flickr.com... -
Affordable Escorted Tour of the Hig...
Published on Friday, October 5, 2012 by Steve
For me to pick a favorite tour is like choosing a favorite child, but the 10-Day Vesuvius Tour is in the running for one of my top picks. Why? It's Affordable! Starting at $2890 per person, Vesuvius packs in a lot for the price including first clas deluxe hotels, many delicious meals... -
Marina di Camerota – The Pict...
Published on Tuesday, July 3, 2012 by JacobMartin
With mesmerizing coastlines, beautiful landscapes, and numerous ancient caves to explore, Marina di Camerota is a perfect town to spend a refreshing holiday with friends. Lying along the beautiful Italian coast, it attracts tourists from across the globe throughout the year. If you’re pl... -
The Ins and Outs of the Amalfi Coas...
Published on Friday, May 18, 2012 by JacobMartin
With countless beachside restaurants, artisanal ceramic shops, and natural sceneries, the Amalfi Coast is one of the most popular Italy travel destinations that attract thousands of visitors every year. However, the coast is more about seaside setting rather than sights. Small pebble beach... -
The Great Pompeii Project Launched ...
Published on Monday, April 23, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
The Grande Progetto Pompei, or Great Pompeii Project was inaugurated this month to revamp the damaged areas of one of the most fragile and historically rich archeological sites in Italy and the world. After years of media criticism that Italy was not properly caring for the site, as w... -
Why A Visit to Ischia Should Be Par...
Published on Sunday, January 22, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
When it comes to the islands of the Bay of Naples, off the Amalfi Coast, the island of Capri gets the most attention. There is good reason; she's stunning, flashy and dramatic and like a Hollywood starlet, you just can't take your eyes off of her. But when you're in the mood for a quieter,...
