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Christmas trees surround a statue at the Bolzano Christmas market in the Dolomites, Italy. The cathedral is in the background. It's nighttime.

DOLOMITES IN THE WINTER – 7 Activities For Non-Skiers

Cobblestone street with view of shop entrances under a portico. Bicycle and Christmas tree in front of the portico. Street lit up in evening in Bolzano, Italy.

BOLZANO IN WINTER – Well-Worth a Visit!

Boy in brown coat runs in the Bolzano Christmas market, passing wooden stalls on the left and lit Christmas trees on the right. He's heading toward a large Christmas tree up ahead.

BOLZANO’S CHRISTMAS MARKET – Our Family’s Favorite Mercatino di Natale

Two stone statues (the Moors) hammer onto a large bell on the top of the Clock Tower in Venice. In the back is the rooftop of St. Mark's Basilica and the lagoon.

CLIMBING THE VENICE CLOCK TOWER – A Unique Way to See Venice from Above

Boy walks down cobblestone street in Rome. A few others are on the street but it's not crowded. Shops on either side of the street (the one on the left is a leather shop). Sunny skies.

HOW TO AVOID CROWDS WHILE TRAVELING IN ITALY – My 2025 Guide

Boy walking on cobblestone street in Pompeii ruins in Italy. Brick and stone ruins on either side of street. A few people in the background.

ROME TO POMPEII & MT. VESUVIUS DAY TRIP – The Easy Way

Woman and son in front seat of 4-seater bicycle on path in Villa Borghese in Rome. Another bicycle on the left and a few people ahead on the path.

VILLA BORGHESE WITH KIDS – What to Do + Tips

ITALIAN CARNIVAL – 16 Not-To-Miss Carnevale Celebrations

Matera, Italy's historic center. Ravine in foreground and some wildflowers.

VISITING MATERA (ITALY) – Complete Guide + 13 Best Things To Do

34 BEST THINGS TO DO IN FLORENCE + What To Skip