Italy Travel
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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Fun, food and fashion at Turin
Published on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 by JacobMartin
With its public squares, piazza and opera houses Turin is perfect place to visit in this holiday season. Famously known as “Little Paris “it has preserved the charm of it olden days to provide a rare glimpse through the rich history of the region If you are visiting Italy don’t forge...
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Relaxing Moments at San Casciano de...
Published on Saturday, July 7, 2012 by Daniel
Looking for a perfect place to relax and forget your worries! Visit San Casciano dei Bagni in Italy to feel rejuvenated and refreshed. Located at about 70 km southeast of Siena, San Casciano Dei Bagni is blessed with untouched natural beauty and makes for an ideal vacation spot. It mark... -
Free Phone Help for Travelers in It...
Published on Wednesday, July 4, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
Easy Italia, a new, free phone service provided by the Italian government for foreign visitors in Italy, offers tourist information, translation, advice on travelers' rights, updates on local and national emergencies, information for disabled travel and much more. The translation... -
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... -
Le Sagre in Maremma – A Gastr...
Published on Saturday, June 30, 2012 by Daniel
It is not without reason they say ‘the quickest way to reach a man’s heart is through his stomach’. Food, the most basic of our needs has evolved from being a source of energy to a way of life (among other things). In Italy food is something which brings people together and Sagre are... -
Ghiberti Door to Go On Display in F...
Published on Wednesday, June 27, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
Referred to by Michelangelo as “The Door of Paradise,” this 15-th century gilded bronze door will soon be unveiled to the public after nearly three decades of restoration. Crafted by Lorenzo Ghiberti, the medieval masterpiece weighs eight tons and had been part of the baptistery of F... -
City of Gradara – The Road Le...
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 plac... -
Romantic Gondola Rides in Venice
Published on Saturday, June 23, 2012 by Daniel
Decorated gondolas floating cross the canals will be an indelible picture in the minds of anyone who has visited Venice. The charm of gondola rides in Venice has since time immemorial attracted visitors to this mesmerizing city. So if you are planning a honeymoon vacation or wish to gift y... -
Theme Parks in Italy Make Waves for...
Published on Wednesday, June 20, 2012 by Kathy McCabe
Looking for a new adventure in Italy or have kids and just can't resist good old-fashioned theme park fun? What better way to cool off to have some summer fun than at a theme park in Italy, and it might provide a much-needed break for visiting all of those Italian museums. Here are three o... -
Packing for an Unforgettable Trip t...
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 ...
