Published on Wednesday, March 9, 2016 by Kathy McCabe At the suggestion of the Italian government, the country’s UNESCO heritage commission plans to propose that the art of making Neapolitan pizza be included on the United Nations’ Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity list. The proposal would officially distinguish Neapolitan pizza from other world-famous styles of pizza such as New York-style and Chicago-style...

Published on Wednesday, June 3, 2015 by Kathy McCabe Last week, the exhibit Pompeii and Europe: 1748-1943 opened at the National Archaeological Museum of Naples, in collaboration with the Pompeii archaeological site.  A noteworthy portion of the exhibit will be 86 plaster casts painstakingly restored from the ash-encased human remains recovered from Pompeii in 1863. The 79 A.D. eruption of Mount Vesuvius resulted in...

Published on Wednesday, July 16, 2014 by Steve JUST FOUR SPACES LEFT! We've put together the ultimate girls trip to Italy and you're invited! We can't think of anyone better to lead this adventure on the Amalfi Coast than Susan Van Allen. After all, she wrote the book on where women should travel in Italy (100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go). Susan has hand-crafted the itinerary for inspiring adventure i...

Published on Thursday, April 24, 2014 by Kathy McCabe Naples has long been famous for its tailors. Italians and foreigners alike have flocked to this southern Italian city for handmade suits. The New York Times is reporting that Neapolitan tailoring is hotter than ever. "And the Neapolitan tailors seem to be more successful than the chaotic city itself in moving further into the 21st century. Like the waters of the ba...

Published on Thursday, January 31, 2013 by Kathy McCabe Bella Napoli! Naples has long been an Italian treasure. In recent years, this incredible city in Italy's Campania region has gotten a bum rap for mafia exploits, corruption and overflowing garbage. But the city is cleaning up its act, in more ways than one, and remains one of Italy's most vibrant and fascinating destinations.   The New York Times recently spent 36 ...

Published on Friday, January 11, 2013 by Kathy McCabe If you're a sailing enthusiast or just looking for something fun to do while in Italy this spring, take note that the America's Cup World Series will take place in Naples this spring. The series, which runs April 16 to 21, 2013, will be the only America's Cup event in Europe this year. Some 500,000 spectactors turned out for a similar event in Naples last year. ...

Published on Wednesday, January 2, 2013 by Kathy McCabe Expert in all things European travel, Rick Steves has put together his list what to look out for in Italy in 2013. If you're planning to travel to Italy this year, it is worth a read. Here's what Steves says is new and interesting in Italy for 2013: More rooms at the Uffizi Gallery in Florence have been opened to the public, including  the Caravaggio Rooms and t...

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, experienced guides and transportation via our state-of-the-art motorcoaches. ...

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 Saturday, May 5, 2012 by Daniel Your trip to Italy will certainly be incomplete if you don’t travel to Naples. Capital of the renowned Campania region, this city features a long coastline and an even longer history that attracts tourists from various countries. The city is loaded with historic and artistic treasures that will make a wonderful treat for the eyes. Here are a few hidden wonders that ...