Ciao! Are you wondering if it’s possible to visit the Dolomites in the winter without a car? Yes, it is. And, depending on where you’re headed, it may be the best way to visit. Rental cars can be the best way to explore in Italy, but parking, gas, tolls, and ZTLs all add in extra […]
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If you were in Italy in 2024 and were put off by the intense crowds on your visit, don’t worry – there are ways to have Italy ‘more to yourself.’ And, if you’re planning your visit but have heard horror stories about long ferry lines in Amalfi, the packed-like-tuna Vatican Museums, or overcrowded Florence –
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Updated on January 8, 2025 Twinkling lights, fresh cool air, snow in the mountains, seasonal foods, fewer tourists – Italy in December can make for a surprisingly pleasant visit. In fact, I’ll let you in on a little secret – December in Italy is magical! I live in Italy with my family and based on
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Updated January 14, 2025 True, November isn’t typically the month you think of when planning a trip to Italy. The warm summer days are long gone, the grape harvest has passed, and the weather throughout the country has started to turn a little… blah. But, don’t let that turn you off of a visit in
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Along with May and September, the month of October is one of the best months to visit Italy. After the summer heat (that extends into September), the entire peninsula gets a dose of mild weather and occasional rain showers. Towns and villages put on autumn festivals (sagre), casual gatherings full of delicious food and drink.
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Updated February 2, 2025 You’ve probably been warned not to visit Italy in August. It’s hot, the beaches and mountains are crowded, and prices are through the roof*. That’s all true. But, you may need to visit Italy in August. Maybe it’s the only time you have off of work. Or, it’s summer break for
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Updated February 2, 2025 Italy in May is gorgeous. It’s a beautiful time to visit almost anywhere in Italy. In some places, it’s the best time to visit. The rain and cooler weather of spring give way to more sunshine and warmer temperatures throughout the country. Nature is on display – wildflowers are blooming, hillsides
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Yes, Italy is busy in July – and it should be. Italian beach towns are lively and full of families swimming and playing in the sand, and couples relaxing in their beach lounge chairs. Fashionistas and shoppers are in paradise with Italy’s summer saldi (sales). Hikers and mountain lovers get their first taste of the
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Updated January 31, 2025 Are you thinking of visiting Italy in June? June in Italy is sunny and gorgeous. Temperatures rise throughout the country, outdoor dining becomes the norm, and Italians begin heading to the beach on the weekends. It’s a lovely time to be here. And, because of that, you certainly won’t be the
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Like March, April can be a fabulous month to visit Italy. Wildflowers are blooming, the temperatures are beginning to rise, and for most of the month, there aren’t many crowds – even though April is inching its way into Italy’s high season. The light and colors of the landscape are a photographer’s dream, spring events
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