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Enjoying la dolce vita in Italy is easy for the Italians. They know just how their system works, what to do, where to go and how to go about things. 1. Behave like a good guest. Even if you speak a few words of Italian, rest assured, everyone will instantly know that you are …
To best enjoy Bracciano lake (Lago di Bracciano, in Italian), visit the lakeside town of Trevignano Romano, just 1 hour North of Rome, Italy. I love my walks along the recently upgraded and beautifully refined waterside at Trevignano, where gigantic pine trees filter the sun above your head as you stroll along. Under the trees …
Bernini’s art can be found all over Rome, with some of his most spectacular work in the heart of the city, that is, the Vatican City. Every Sunday the pope addresses the crowd on his St. Peter’s Square. The crowd sees him as a tiny speck in a window way up high above a monumental …
Orvieto in Umbria is one of those Italian dream cities. It’s located on a large volcanic flat, high up in the air. City walls on the edge of the flat hold together a maze of small old city streets. Orvieto’s ancient Etruscan origins are everywhere, mostly underground, and subtly on the surface. In contrast, its …
Gargano Park on the Italian coast in Italy is one of those places, where a single picture tells a thousand words. No wonder that all Italians are poets ~ it’s breathtaking beautiful and romantic … and sunny in April!
Touring through Rome – A Journey Through Time These 1-day tours will lead you on a journey through centuries of time, all within 1 day. Rome is a city full of architectural and cultural treasures of incomparable charms. On these tours of Rome, you will see the most ancient pagan and religious sights, which comprise …
Get the picture of what ancient Rome, Italy, is about for a wonderful vacation. Video of touring Ancient Rome in 48 hrs. This facts -filled video tours you around the Spanish Steps, The Pope’ Vatican City with its Sistine chapel; the sparking Trevi fountain; the dome-shaped Patheon honoring the Pagan Gods; Strastevere, the ancient jewish …
There's not solely one way to enjoy espresso. Traditionally espresso defines the "shot", the drink one enjoys in a single gulp of fullest flavor. But there are other drinks based on coffee made with the espresso brewing method.
The enchanting city of Venice has long been a favourite destination for couples seeking a romantic getaway. Beautiful surroundings, famous landmarks, fantastic food and the inevitable gondola rides attracts many to this Italian city to bask in the laid back Italian way of life.
Venice Film Festival is one of the oldest Film Festivals in the World. It was first held in the year 1932. It is held every year in the later half of August or early September. It takes place at Lido di Venezia, which is in the historic Palazzo del Cinema situated on the Lingomare Marconi in Venice, Italy. The awards ceremony is grand and elegant. The Leone d'Oro, or Golden Lion, is the most prestigious award. Off late a new award has been introduced which is called the San Marco Award. This award is given for the best film in the controcorrente section. Venice Film Festival is a part of the Venice Biennale, which is a major biennial exhibition and a festival that celebrates contemporary art.
You have just arrived in the Renaissance capital of the art world with a couple of days to spare, so where do you go and what highlights can you see in such a short time? This is the guide for you to get the maximum out of a short stay in Florence.
What would 15th century renaissance man Sigismondo Malatesta, Lord of Rimini, make of his city's 20th century transformation into the capital of Italy's Adriatic Riviera? Take a stroll through Rimini's historic past, from the renaissance, the 18th century fashion for seabathing, through to the second world war and Italy's post war economic miracle.
What would 15th century renaissance man Sigismondo Malatesta, Lord of Rimini, make of his city's 20th century transformation into the capital of Italy's Adriatic Riviera? Take a stroll through Rimini's historic past, from the renaissance, the 18th century fashion for seabathing, through to the second world war and Italy's post war economic miracle.
With Easter coming up, our writer sets off to explore the cathedrals of Europe. From Notre Dame in Paris to the magnificent Barcelona Cathedral, he steps back into the past for a view that is unique. Join him as he surveys the beauty and artistry of the continent's most beautiful places of worship.
Continuation of part 1 of the article by Katy Hyslop 09:00 An early start is necessary to ensure you get where you are going and to hopefully beat the crowds. Venice is a popular city all year round, summer and winter, and there doesn’t appear to be a low season as such. The weather can …
TRAVEL TRIP VACATION – tip: Venice Carnival 2008 is Friday, January 25, 2008 – Tuesday, February 05, 2008. BOOK NOW! * FIND DEALS * By Katy Hyslop Canals, gondoliers, romance, swaying buildings and mystery persons wearing painted masks. This guide will help you get behind the mask of Venice in just 48 hours. Providing you …
By Andrew Regan When it comes to snow sports, Italians tend to be a little more laid back with their skiing compared to their French, Swiss or Austrian cousins. In Italy, rather than queuing to catch the first lift to the summit, skiers are more likely to rise late, take a long lunch and finish …
From the rolling greens of Scotland to the beautiful ancient ruins of Greece, there are a variety of interesting places to visit in Europe. Take a trip to Europe and your most difficult decision is going to be which places to visit during your vacation.
Everyone dreams of exotic vacations, but many of us are not clear about what we really want. These three top vacation destinations can help you sort yourself out, and plan a dream vacation, that is customized to be exactly what you need.
Dynamism and physical activity are the fundamental requirements of a true sporting holiday. Sport lovers are often demanding of an active holiday with plenty of physical activity and well-being for the body and the mind.
Your safety is the thing of primary importance, when you travel out to top travel destinations, where you are often vulnerable to misadventures. Rome is one of the most romantic, fantastic, and highly exotic destinations of the world.
About a thousand million Euros is the turnover - 1 million of horseman, more than 400 thousand horses and more than 50 thousand people employed. These are the dates of the AIA (Associazione Italiana Allevatori) and of the UNIRE (Unione nazionale incremento razze equine). This means an entire army of lovers of this sport and the horseback tourism which generates in Italy a turnover of around 6,5 thousand millions of Euro.
