Published on Tuesday, September 11, 2012 by Steve I’m Steve Perillo of Perillo Tours. If there’s anything I know something about it is tours of Italy, after all I've been planning Italy tours for Perillo tours, practically since birth! I hope you will watch my new "Steve's Italy Travel Tips" video below. I share my tips for choosing a tour of Italy and what breakfast has to do with it! I know, I've made you cur...

Published on Friday, September 7, 2012 by Steve I start planning my meals in Italy as soon as I book my trip. There’s just no better place in the world to experience such incredible tastes.  Here is what I love best about eating in Italy: Local, Fresh Ingredients: Chances are that anything you eat in Italy was grown or produced no more than a few miles away. How many places can say that? The meat, vegetables,...

Published on Thursday, August 30, 2012 by Kathy McCabe If you love Italy and are obsessed with traveling in Italy, you're not the first one. Throughout history there have been great men and women whose words about Italy and their appreciation for the country have been immortalized. Here are just a few great quotes on Italy: "You may have the universe if I may have Italy." -- Giuseppe Verdi "A man who has not been...

Published on Tuesday, August 28, 2012 by Steve Yesterday, I told you about our new Italy food and wine tour and today, I'd like to  tell you about another tour I’ve personally designed… (Gee, they sure keep me busy around here!) Named after the great Italian explorer Marco Polo, our 10-Day Marco Polo Tour navigates the very best of the cities of Venice, Florence and Rome.  Save $500 per couple when you ...

Published on Sunday, August 26, 2012 by Steve I don’t know about you but I go to Italy to eat and drink…Sure I love traipsing through the ancient ruins, learning the history behind the world-class art.But if I could only do only two things in Italy:  they would be Mangia (Eat) e Bevi (Drink) I think many of our guests feel the same way. So I proudly introduce… ...Perillo’s NEW 10-Day Mangia e Bevi Tou...

Published on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 by Kathy McCabe Disaster tourism isn't anything new so it probably shouldn't come as much surprise, though it is a bit maudlin, that the site of the Costa Concordia cruise ship disaster off Tuscany has now beome a popular tourist attraction. The ship itself is still lying paralyzed off the coast of the island of Giglio where it ran aground in January, costing 32 people their lives...

Published on Monday, August 13, 2012 by Kathy McCabe Morning show host Kelly Ripa is a big fan of travel to Italy; she was recently spotted on vacation in Venice with her family. But it turns out that Ripa's mom thinks watching Perillo Tours' Italy videos is even better than an actual trip to Italy! Watch this clip for an explanation... While appearing on Live with Kelly!, actress Amy Adams said that she doesn't ...

Published on Tuesday, June 26, 2012 by JacobMartin If time couldn’t destroy one thing in the town of Gradara, it’s its magnificent natural beauty! The historical village of Gradara is one of the most beautiful places in the region of Marche in central Italy. If you are one of those who like to explore new and relatively less known places, then Gradara is the perfect destination for you. When you visit central regi...

Published on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 by JacobMartin If you are planning to travel to Italy this summer, the best way is to travel is to travel light. Fewer luggage mean lesser hassle!  Here is the list of travel essentials you must carry along with you. The obvious stuff you pack first is your clothes. Choose your clothing according to the time of the year you are visiting Italy. If you are travelling in summer, th...

Published on Saturday, June 2, 2012 by JacobMartin Think Italy and you’ll certainly be reminded of those magnificent piazzas, archaeological museums, yummy pizzas, and great wine! However, if you’re someone who loves to enjoy island vacations, then there are several islands in Italy that you wouldn’t really want to miss. Whether you want to go for a romantic walk with your partner along the beach or indulge in w...