Two Day Itinerary for Desenzano Del Garda and Sirmione in Italy’s Lake Region
Nestled on the southwestern shore of Italy’s stunning Lake Garda, Desenzano del Garda is a charming spot that blends summertime relaxation with rich history. It is an ideal destination for anyone looking to easily (and affordably) experience Italy’s lake district. It’s also remarkably accessible and a perfect waypoint for travelers exploring Northern Italy. Desenzano del…
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What to See in Northern Italy – Two Week Northern Italy Train Itinerary & Map
There is so much to see in Northern Italy from quaint Alpine villages to bustling urban centers to charming historic towns. Given its variation, it can be difficult to determine what and where to prioritize. That’s why we’ve created this two-week best of Northern Italy itinerary; to guide you to the highlights, as well as…
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Ultimate 3-Day Turin Itinerary: Top Sights, Dining, and Day Trips
Turin deserves a spot on your Italian itinerary. It’s not a hard city to make a case for, which makes it perhaps all the more surprising that it’s not thronged with tourists. Turin, or Torino in Italian, was Italy’s first capital; it’s the home of mega-Italian exports like Fiat, Lavazza and Eataly; its an elegant…
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Ultimate Guide to Milan: 3 Day Itinerary & Northern Italy Day Trips
For many visitors, Milan is a love-it or hate-it destination. The city is Italy’s economic engine with more skyscrapers, wealth, and commerce than its neighbors. Throw in its gray winter weather and Milan doesn’t conform to the foreign fantasy of the Bel Paese. To love Milan is to appreciate what makes it unique in Italy,…
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Sassi di Matera, Italy City Travel Guide: Three-Day Itinerary
Matera’s claim to fame is its Sassi. ‘Sassi’ literally means rocks in Italian, but Matera’s Sassi aren’t stones, they’re homes. These homes date back to prehistoric times and are believed to be Italy’s first dwellings. They were inhabited continuously until the 1950s, when the Italian government proclaimed the structures and their inhabitants a national disgrace.…
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The Essential Guide to Calabria, Italy’s Under-Visited Southern Gem
You don’t go to Calabria on your first trip to Italy. For the serious Italophile, Calabria’s distance from the tourist track is what lures you south. Whether you want to sunbathe, hike, sample local cuisines, or visit museums, Calabria has a destination for you. There are so many enticing activities that, if it was easy…
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Italian Beaches: Everything to Know about Italy’s Beach Clubs
Picture yourself on the beach in Italy, sunning on a recliner, umbrella positioned just so, Aperol spritz at hand. It sounds luxurious (meaning, expensive), but renting a beach chair in Italy can be simple and affordable. This guide explains the straightforward process to renting beach chairs, as well as some Italian beach etiquette and helpful…
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A Mini City Guide to Taranto, Puglia
The deep blue ocean isn’t the first thing you notice when you arrive in Taranto. And it’s not the city’s Greek legacy or nineteenth century avenues, though they’ll grab your attention within seconds. No, the first thing you’ll realize is that you’re the only tourist. “Finally”, you may think to yourself. Or, “I didn’t realize…
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Explore Gorgeous Puglia, Italy with this Two-Week Train Itinerary
Explore Puglia, Italy with this two-week train journey that takes you from the region’s capital Bari all the way down to Lecce and Taranto in the region’s far south.
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Roam The Reaches 