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: You may want to check out 20 Favorite Things to Do in the DolomitesAlpe di Siusi or Seceda
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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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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: We’re a family of five based in Tuscany, and we’re always happy to dine
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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
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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.
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This article was originally written by Clair Rogers and has been edited and added to by Candice Criscione. Last updated on May 2, 2026. Italy is home to the largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the World – 61 to be precise – 55 are cultural and 6 natural, putting it just ahead
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I’ve been visiting the Dolomites annually since 2004 in many ways: Each trip includes some time on the UNESCO World Heritage site of Alpe di Siusi, one of the most gorgeous parts of the Northern Italian mountain area. Fun Fact: Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm in German, Mont Sëuc in Ladin) is Europe’s largest high
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