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Spoil Yourself: Spa Bliss and Food Delights in Tuscany’s Val di Chiana

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 11/13/2015 - 06:00

As I lie enveloped by the hot thermal waters of the spa in Chianciano Terme, a feeling of relaxation gradually envelops me as well. Relaxation - of the body…

Food & Drink

13 Photos To Inspire A Visit To Romantic Verona

by Georgette Jupe | Thu, 11/12/2015 - 05:41

Verona, UNESCO-rcognized for the architecture and urban structure, is often referred to Italy’s city of love. No doubt this has something to do with being the…

Travel

Ten Things Not to Miss in Mantova, The 2016 Italian Capital of Culture

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 11/06/2015 - 01:00

In late October, the northern Italian city of Mantova was picked as the 2016 Italian Capital of Culture. If you are not familiar with this elegant city located…

Culture

Walking in Abruzzo, A Short Guide

by Anna Lebedeva | Wed, 10/28/2015 - 17:53

I often see surprised faces when talking about how close Abruzzo, dubbed as “the greenest region in Europe”, to Rome is. Just over an hour-drive from the…

Food & Drink

Traveling Around Italy's Olive Oil Farms

by Luciana.Squadrilli | Tue, 10/20/2015 - 02:19

Summer has finally come to an end, and the Italian countryside is ready to change its colors and shades. But fall won't be a quiet time in the country: from…

Culture

Finding Franciacorta: A Brief Guide

by John Bensalhia | Mon, 10/05/2015 - 08:06

Following last month's successful festival, John Bensalhia investigates the history and local attractions of Franciacorta. Photo credit: Wikimedia Commons.…

Food & Drink

Romagna: Where The Livin' Is Easy (Part Two)

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 09/25/2015 - 09:10

There’s more to Romagna than seaside resorts. In the second part of the "Loving Romagna" tour attended by our contributing editor Silvia, we venture inland to…

Culture

Dante’s Guide To The Maremma

by elisascarton | Tue, 09/22/2015 - 05:48

By Elisa Scarton Detti. Photo credit: http://tasteoftuscany.org/ Dante Alighieri turned 750 at the start of summer and while Florence celebrated, other parts…

Culture

Discovering Taormina And Its Surroundings

by Anonymous (not verified) | Mon, 09/21/2015 - 08:15

Article by Mariangela Spinella BABILONIA - Center for Italian Language and Culture in Taormina Taormina is one of the most beautiful towns in the world, with…

Food & Drink

Romagna: Where The Livin' Is Easy (Part One)

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 09/18/2015 - 04:10

“Don’t be afraid to hurt it,” Nonna Violante tells me jokingly as I stare, perplexed, at the ball of dough in front of me. I’m halfway through my cooking class…