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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Spring Is The Perfect Time for Ital...
Published on Sunday, January 18, 2015 by Steve
It might not feel like it but spring is just around the corner...And spring is the perfect time to visit Italy. The weather is warm, the flowers are blooming and the crowds are at a minimum. Get started early on your Italian dreams and join us in March or April. We still have space on the ...
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Ready to Travel to Italy in 2014? T...
Published on Thursday, November 7, 2013 by Steve
If Italy (or Greece) is on your bucket list for 2014, take a look at the Perillo Tours Italy 2014 brochure! You can view it online or order it to be sent to your home. Can't wait to see you in Italy in 2014!... -
Affordable Escorted Tour of the Hig...
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... -
Italy Tour Where You Can Choose You... Published on Tuesday, October 2, 2012 by Steve
If Italy is calling you in the near future and you enjoy the convenience of an escorted tour but the adventure of dining on your own, I recommend our 14-Day North Continental Tour. This is the same itinerary as our best-selling Italy tour in history (14-Day North Classic) with the freedom... -
Spend Your Vacation Rediscovering S...
Published on Wednesday, January 4, 2012 by Daniel
Italy offers so much variety in terms of sites to visit, including museums, palaces, churches and historic sites. Tourists visiting Italy often restrict themselves only to the big cities. The reason is clearly ignorance or lack of information of the wonders the smaller cities in Italy ... -
Lucca – An Exciting Town in Tusca...
Published on Friday, July 1, 2011 by Daniel
Tired of your tight working schedule and you desperately need a break? Then, go ahead and plan for a short vacation trip to keep yourself away from the busy life! If you’re in a fix on choosing the perfect spot for the perfect holiday, then here is a suggestion for you – the magnificen...
