The Curious Traveler

If you are a curious traveler, who enjoys the classic destinations, but is also eager to discover and be surprised by little-known places, make sure to refer to this page for tips and recommendations!

Mangiamaccheroni: A Surprising Neapolitan Street-Food Tradition

mangiamaccheroni in naples

The Areas of Tuscany That Inspired "Cucina Tipica: An Italian Adventure"

cucina tipica book review

10 reasons to visit Southern Tuscany in 2019

places to visit in southern tuscany

Vasari Corridor in Florence Will Reopen to Public

Sunset view of Vasari Corridor in Florence

Villa Giustiniani: A Family Home For Over 400 Years

Villa Giustinian in the veneto

Unusual Ways to Celebrate St. Valentine's Day in Italy

st valentines day in italy

Unesco: Which Sites Are Italy’s Nominees for 2019 and 2020?

Detail from the Scrovegni Chapel in Padua

Ancient Roman Water: Italy’s Oldest Spring

ancient roman water

Umbria in Winter: Contemplative Charm

umbria in winter

The Real Naples: The Neapolitan Response to Elena Ferrante’s My Brilliant Friend

Live Like a Local in Southern Italy, All Expenses Paid

View of the village of Grottole in Basilicata Southern Italy

Artworks You Don't Want to Miss in Sicily: Part Two

artworks in Sicily

Discovering the Saints of Naples

saints in naples

A Chef’s Guide to the Veneto: The Do’s and Don’ts of Eating, Drinking and Exploring in Venice and Beyond

venice italy

What You Need to Know About Traditional Balsamic Vinegar from Modena

balsamic vinegar from Modena

Exploring Lazio: Four Day trips from Rome You Can’t Miss

Touring Italy’s Historic Cafés

historic cafés in Italy

Beyond Surf and Turf: Le Marche’s Hidden Hilltowns

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