Published on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 by Kathy McCabe     I read a very cool Italian proverb today about Milan: "Rome is a voluptuous woman whose gifts are very apparent, while Milan is the shy, demure girl whose treasures are plentiful, but discovered in time." What do you think?   By Kathy McCabe Ready to travel to Italy? Perillo Tours has been leading group trips throughout Italy since 1945 and ItalyVacatio...

Published on Monday, November 5, 2012 by Kathy McCabe Of all the cities in Italy, Milan is clearly the most fashion-forward and chic. Therefore it is no surprise that a W Hotel  is slated to open in Milan in the spring of 2014. The luxury chain rose to popularity in the hippest neighborhoods of large American cities (New York alone has four of them) and the brand has chosen Milan for its first W in Italy. The 76-r...

Published on Tuesday, June 5, 2012 by Daniel When you want to enjoy Italy at its best, you definitely ought to visit its five fascinating cities - Rome, Venice, Milan, Florence, and Naples. These beautiful cities are a perfect amalgamation of Italian history and modern attractions. With abundant places to visit, these cities are sure to create moments that you’ll cherish for years to come. Each city here has s...

Published on Thursday, May 24, 2012 by JacobMartin Your trip to the fashion capital of the world definitely calls for a special set of clothing. And if you are wondering what to wear in Italy, here are the answers to all your questions. The attire you should carry always depends on the time of the year and the season in which you are visiting the country. Summer in Italy is the best time when you can dress in your fin...

Published on Wednesday, May 2, 2012 by JacobMartin If you are on your trip to Italy, then make sure you have Milan in your "to-visit" list. This city, which is amongst the widely preferred Italy travel destinations, carries the true Italian spirit with a fusion of fashion and modernity.  Though, it can be visited throughout the year, there are certain special occasions when Milan will unveil its exotic beauty and cul...

Published on Saturday, April 21, 2012 by Daniel When it comes to fashion, the first country that would cross anyone’s mind is Italy. Commonly known as the fashion capital of the world, this country has encouraged fashion designers from the times of kings and queens. Today, the tradition has taken a new shape to celebrate the Italian fashion - the Milano Moda Design. Organized by the non-profitable organization Ca...

Published on Saturday, March 24, 2012 by Kathy McCabe Spring is upon us and that means plenty of great April events in Italy! Are you traveling to Italy for Easter or spending spring break in Italy, well then consider taking in the following events during an April trip to Italy: April 14 -22: Settimana di Cultura (Week of Culture) - Italian state-run national museums, galleries, archives, monuments, and archaeologic...

Published on Tuesday, July 26, 2011 by Daniel Heading off to Italy this summer? Then, planning your tour schedule can be a daunting task. Italy is home to a bevy of beautiful and exotic cities like Naples, Florence, and Rome. Another city that deserves a special mention is Milan. A trip to Italy is incomplete without visiting Milan! Apart from being the fashion capital of Italy, this ancient city is known for its...