.What could I possibly say about Milan that hasn’t already been beautifully expressed? Among the most popular destinations in Italy, this northern hub welcomes visitors in the millions, each year. However, a visit to the city during the holiday season offers something truly unique. From special events, live music and the famed Milan Christmas markets,…
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4 Beautiful Lake Como Towns You Must Visit
Lake Como, in Italy’s Lombardy region, is famed as much for its beautiful buildings and jaw-dropping vistas, as it is for the Hollywood glitterati who vacation there. You can find everything Italy is lauded for – cheeses, abundant wine, and hospitable service in Como. But, with so many different Lake Como towns bordering its shores,…
A Local’s Guide to Things to Do in Monopoli, Puglia
Puglia has become one of the hottest regions to visit in Italy in recent years, with good reason. Both novice and seasoned travelers are heading to the country’s southeast to explore the coastal towns that cling to its craggy cliffs. Like much of Italy, a visit to Puglia is like waking up in a dream;…
A Quick Guide to Wine Tasting in Montepulciano, Italy
It’s an enchanting hilltop towns to the south of Florence enveloped by verdant vines that captivates wine lovers. Montepulciano has become a favourite Tuscan town thanks to its food, rich history and its very palatable Vino Nobile. Montepulciano wine-tasting options range from booking a dedicated wine tour on a day trip from Florence, to visiting…
Where to Eat in Montepulciano, Italy
Pack your walking shoes and wear your stretchy pants because Montepulciano is an epicurean dream, serving up traditional fare that will satisfy even the most discerning palate. Known for its Vino Nobile, it should come as no surprise that the culinary offering, like the delicious Sangiovese, will linger long after you leave. From the perfectly…
Montepulciano: Exploring One of Italy’s Most Beautiful Towns
The terracotta rooftops huddled Tetris-like on the limestone ridgeline. The rust-red quickly melted to green as the valley fell away and verdant vine-wrapped hills were revealed. As we wound around the tight bends, guided by perfectly formed cypress trees we edged past cars, trucks, and even the occasional sedate tractor as the anticipation brewed. The…
What to Do in Bologna: An Insider’s Guide
If you’ve been to Italy a few times and you’ve never been to Bologna, you’re missing out. If you’re a food lover, then you’re really missing out. Bologna is known as the ‘Stomach of Italy’ – home of lasagne bolognese, mortadella, tortellini in brodo (tortellini in meat broth) and a whole host of traditional Italian food….
Palazzo Manfredi: 5 Star Luxury Hotel Near the Colosseum, Rome
Think of Rome and your mind will likely conjure some combination of spectacular food, wild romance and large historical monuments. During a recent visit I was lucky enough to experience all of these, without even leaving my hotel. Welcome to the Palazzo Manfredi, where gladiatorial glamour is reimagined in a 5 star luxury hotel near the…
Two Days in Rome: Where to Eat, Stay and Play
Rome has always been a popular destination for a European mini-break. But, with so many treasures crammed into the eternal city, how do you know where to start? Let me be your tour guide with this itinerary for how to spend the perfect two days in Rome. Annie Scott How to Spend Two Days in…