Italy Vacations
Blessed with a coastline of 7600 kilometers, Italy boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Pretty seaside hamlets, striking blue waters, glittering sand, and limestone cliffs, you will find everything here. These Italian beaches echo calmness and tranquility yet a cozy environment and the most exotic landscapes. Walking barefoot on the silvery sand and watching the waves splashing, soothes the mind and the soul. Here is our list of the best beaches in Italy that will give you a holiday like never before. 1. Spiaggia Dei Conigli, Lampedusa Spiaggia Dei Conigli, the most beautiful beach in Italy is commonly known as Rabbit Beach. Away from the stress of commercialization, this beach is located on the tiny island of Lampedusa (between Libya and Sicily). It boasts of the bluest waters blanketed with white sand and a rocky coastline. The contrasting landscape is the finest example of stark natural […]
Italy, the European nation is beautiful and inspires artists from across the globe. It is the birthplace of the Renaissance and the home to several UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Italy’s beauty extends beyond art galleries, museums and forts, it is a nature’s masterpiece loaded with scenic vistas all around. If you are planning a vacation in the boot-shaped peninsula, you can download Tour Italy Now free Insider Vacation Checklist. It is a comprehensive guide consisting of tips and advice that will make your holiday memorable. We thought that it would be a good idea to talk about these practical tips here on the blog so that it gets easier for you to plan accordingly. There are several things to consider but the most important ones include booking for the vacation, getting or renewing your passport and travel insurance. Designing the Itinerary and Booking for the Vacation Finally, your dream vacation […]
Italy is beautiful and the popular cities of Florence, Venice, and Rome are the most obvious destinations. But if you want to feel the true Italian essence, take the off the beaten path and explore the lesser known jewels. These destinations are not very crowded and invite travelers seeking peace and tranquillity amidst nature. Scroll down to know more about the 3 amazing Italian destinations that are less touristy and has earned praise for its picturesque surrounding. Puglia The long, narrow stretch of Puglia forming the heel of the boot-shaped Peninsula is a traveler’s delight. This region is enriched with pristine, whitewashed towns, extravagant churches and timeless castles that depict sheer magnificence. With the perfectly framed views, Puglia’s countryside shines brightest. There are lots to see here but if you are running short of time, better to focus on the most desirable ones. Home to the Trulli, Valle d’Itria showcases […]
Traveling is a fun activity that not many people get to do as often as they want to. When people do get to travel, they end up stressed over a lot of things that they forget to bring or do. Traveling should be something you enjoy and not stress over, especially with such an activity happening only once in a while. This is why it is essential that you plan your trip before you even book your tickets for it. Italy is a country that many tourists put on their bucket list, and this popular tourist destination is one that you should be able to savor and not rush through. This means you need to have an itinerary that suits your pace and what you want to experience. This also means having enough time to see, do, and taste everything that you want to in this majestic country, and getting […]
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Italy has always been known for its many gorgeous locales, especially during the summer. If you’re looking for a place to kick back and enjoy the sun, then we’ve compiled a short list of summer destinations that will surely interest you. Camogli Beach, Liguria The enchanting seaside town of Camogli in Liguria in northwestern Italy has a beautiful shoreline that’s sure to take visitor’s breath away. If you’re looking for the same charm of the French Riviera but without the bustling crowds, then this is the place for you. The beach is conveniently separated into private areas for resorts and clubs, as well as other sections that are open to the public. Capreria Beach, Riserva Naturale dello Zingaro, Sicily Located in the western coast of Sicily, Riserva Naturale dello Zingaro is the region’s first natural reserve. Its area covers seven kilometers of panoramic seaside views, filled with vast stretches of […]
Italy is a country that values family and, because of this, it understands the needs of tourists looking for family friendly accommodations. Traveling with kids can be quite the challenge if the place that you are going to be staying doesn’t cater to their specific needs. Any traveling family will certainly take this into consideration once they’ve set their eyes on their preferred destination. It’s a good thing that Italy hosts a variety of accommodations that can look after your family. We’ve listed a few of these types of places as well as a couple of examples that can hopefully give you a good idea of where you might want to stay. Ski Resorts A trip to the mountains usually includes packing your skis for an enjoyable run on the slopes. However, when bringing kids to a ski resort, you don’t want to choose one that only has intermediate to expert level slopes. […]
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No matter if you are snapping with a smartphone or the most complex DSLR, Italy is probably one of the most picturesque and photogenic countries on earth. You can snap cobblestoned streets, sparking seas, church domes and medieval towers. These are the 15 best spots to take pictures in Italy. Rome The eternal city with it’s soft golden light and curvaceous baroque architecture make shooting a dream. 1. The massive Colosseum is difficult to capture in in entirety. Head to the nearby Colle Oppio park which puts you about mid-level and provides a great perspective on this iconic sight. 2. Head towards the once patrician Aventine hill in the early evening to the Giardini d’arancia for the best sunset picture opportunity in Rome. Also known as the Parco Savelli, this spot has a view over treetops and terra-cotta roofs out towards the dome of Saint Peters Basilica. 3. The neighborhood […]
A trattoria in Italy is a casual eating establishment, one that serves mid-priced quality food and offers a comfortable retreat from the hustle and bustle of the world without. More often than not, trattorias (or trattorie) are family-run establishments, which makes them less formal than many ristoranti. A lot of visitors love them because they are unpretentious, providing a relaxed atmosphere to diners as well as a variety of dishes depending on what produce are in season at the moment. If you haven’t had the chance to visit Rome yet but you are planning to go there soon, do check out the trattorias we have on this list. Take note that it is always best to make a reservation so that you can be sure you’ll have a seat when you visit. Hostaria Romana The Hostaria Romana, located on Via del Boccaccio, is well-known among Romans, but it has somehow […]
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In Italy, many small towns and comuni in rural areas hold festivals known as sagre. These sagre are held in honor of ancient traditions or organized as pageants celebrating local culinary specialties. Many are also held when a local produce is in season. From olive oil, pasta, and wine to pastries, vegetables, and fruits, these products bring income and sustenance to the communities and thus are a source of pride for the locals. Some 19 miles southeast of Rome, in the comune of Nemi, a sagra dedicated to strawberries is celebrated every late spring and early summer. This hillside town overlooking a lake of the same name has long been famous for its rich volcanic environment, which produces some of the sweetest strawberries in all of the Mediterranean. These strawberries come from the surrounding forests and are locally known as frogoline di bosco (wild strawberries). The Sagra Delle Fragole, as […]
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Italy, as many well know, is one of the best countries to have a vacation in. Tourists flock to this lovely country every year, as it is a destination that is filled with a vast assortment of sights, sounds, tastes, textures, and experiences, all steeped in the richest of history and culture against one of the most beautiful backdrops on the planet. From shopping, to dining, to partying until dawn, all these things are possible in every region of Italy. However, because each region has a distinct color and flavor of its own, the range of activities and experiences possible is pretty much boundless. For travelers who have a limited amount of time to spend abroad, it’s important to know which places to go to in order to get the experience that you want from your trip. So how do you know which places may be best for you to […]
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