Are you trying to decide if you should visit San Cassiano as part of your Dolomites itinerary? While San Cassiano isn’t as well-known as some of the other towns and villages in the area, it’s definitely worth a visit for its gorgeous setting and Ladin culture. And, it makes an excellent base for exploring the …
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Ortisei, Italy is a riverside village with a delightful pedestrian center in the Val Gardena in the Dolomites. It makes a great base for hiking or skiing in the Dolomites, and it’s also an excellent place for: Photographers – the area in and around Ortisei has spectacular mountain views, especially viewpoints reached by the Mont …
Ortisei, Italy – Complete Guide + Our Top 14 Things to Do Read More »
I love hanging out in Taormina as much as anyone. Who doesn’t like the colorful, lively resort town? Highlights include visiting the Teatro Greco (Greek Theater), shopping along Corso Umberto, lounging at the Isola Bella pebbly beach, and having an evening aperitivo in town. If you’ve got itchy feet and are looking for a day …
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Day trips from Florence – best day trips by train, car and bus. Destinations that don’t work well as day trips from Florence. Day trips with tour companies. Helpful tips for Florence day trips. Florence is amazing and has plenty to keep us enthralled – we all know that. But sometimes we need to escape …
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If you’re here, you’re trying to decide which area to visit – Alpe di Siusi or Seceda. I’m often asked this question, and my easy response is… both! Both Alpe di Siusi and Seceda are spectacular and worth a visit while you’re exploring the Dolomites. I’ve been visiting the Dolomites since 2004 for work and …
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Are you plotting out your meals for your upcoming trip to Bolzano? Maybe you’re wandering around Bolzano, trying to choose a restaurant for dinner. Either way – I’ve got you covered with my list of Bolzano restaurants. There’s something for everyone: Traditional South Tyrol dishes Romance Views Aperitivo Family-friendly restaurants Michelin-starred fare Gelato I hope …
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Have you seen photos of the Dolomites and want to ride your bike there…. But you’re daunted by the challenge of the epic climbs? Well, I’ve ridden almost all of the Dolomites passes and the scenery is spectacular, the riding is incredible, and it’s tough! If you’re not in amazing shape, or you’re traveling with …
When you think of Italian Lakes, you probably immediately picture the Italian Lakes District in Northern Italy and its famous lakes – Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, Lake Garda, Lake Maggiore, Lake Iseo, and Lake Orta. While those lakes are gorgeous and definitely worth a visit, Italy is home to over 1500 lakes, and many of …
15 Gorgeous Italian Lakes – Why, When, and How to Visit Them (+ Map) Read More »
I’m often asked if we have Uber in Italy. After all, wouldn’t it be convenient to just pull up the Uber app on your phone in Milan and catch an inexpensive ride across town? Well, yes, it would be nice, but the Uber ride hailing app that you know and love doesn’t exist in Italy. …
This article was originally written by Clair Rogers and has been edited and added to by Candice Criscione. Italy is home to the largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the World – 58 to be precise – 53 are cultural and 5 natural, putting it just ahead of China. The country’s vast architectural …
