Published on Sunday, May 6, 2012 by Kathy McCabe Many spring events in Italy mark the arrival of the season's flowers and colorful plants. The medieval village of Castel di Fiori  in Umbria holds a particularly colorful celebration each June, Archeoflora.   The event, to be held this year on June 2 and 3, brings nature and art lovers together for a celebration of flowers, plants and garden furnishing in this hi...

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 ...

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 Sunday, April 29, 2012 by Daniel What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you think of pizzas? It’s the rich, creamy, mozzarella cheese, isn’t it? But did you know that the finest mozzarella cheese comes from Campania? Yes, this Italian region is the birthplace of a delicacy that is enjoyed by the young and old all over the world. Mozzarella of Campania stands out from the rest exclus...

Published on Thursday, April 26, 2012 by JacobMartin If scrumptious food, active nightlife, and impressive landscapes form one face of Italy, then magnificent architectural remains, stunning historical monuments, and renowned museums form the other. Of all the cities of Italy, Florence remains the epitome of breathtaking Italian architecture. To be precise, the truly interesting art and architecture of Florence is what ...

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 well as alarming structural collapses that occurred over the past year and a half...

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 Wednesday, April 18, 2012 by JacobMartin Rome, the city of legends and mythology has been the center of attraction since ancient times. Its lavish ancient palaces, mind-blowing architectural treasures, unbelievable cultures, and many other monuments portray the rich cultural heritage the Romans enjoyed. Apart from these major attractions, Rome is also famous for yet another reason - its valiant emperors! Anc...

Published on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 by Kathy McCabe The month of May is a great time to visit Italy. Italy's summer festival and cultural season is underway but the summer tourists haven't arrived yet so you have Italy more to yourself. Think about these Italy events for your May trip to Italy: May 1-4: Festa di Sant' Efisio - This is the 356th celebration of Sant' Efisio. A statue of the saint is carried in a proc...

Published on Monday, April 16, 2012 by Daniel You needn’t necessarily wait till next February to show off your love for your dear one! The San Marco Festival in Italy gives you yet another reason to celebrate your love for the apple of your eye. Although this Italian tradition started off as a religious festival, it is being celebrated as a day for lovers in the romantic city of Venice! The St. Marks festiva...