See also: The most beautiful squares in the Centre of Italy The most beautiful squares in the South of Italy Squares are so typical of Italy‘s urban architecture it seems almost a duty to dedicate a series of articles to them: today, they are often the heart of a town’s […]
Ever stumbled out in the morning from an all night party, only to find that your beloved Hostas or zucchini have been ravaged by a ravenous group of slugs and snails? Well, if you have – you may have, like so many others, immediately sought revenge in the […]
Strolling through Trieste is like leafing through a large architecture book. Walking by Neoclassical, Art Nouveau, and Eclectic style palazzos. Imagining what the streets were like in the 19th century, at the height of the city’s prosperity, teeming with Germans, Hungarians, Levantines, Greeks, and Turks, all dressed in their very different garments. Piazza […]
A common question asked in our forum was “How much do I need to earn to live comfortably in Italy?”. We thought it would be a good idea to share our knowledge and experience about the cost of living in Italy! A few caveats. The answers come from a number […]
Bobbio is a comune and a small town located in the Emilia-Romagna region in Italy in the province of Piacenza. The town is located in the valley of the Trebbia River close to the town of Piacenza. The main backbone of the territory is the Trebbia River. The water of […]
Monterosso Monterosso is the furthest west of the five villages and is lined with vineyards and olive groves. You’ll find plenty of cliffs and clear water here. It is also the first to be historically attested: it dates back to 1056. The village is divided in an old and new […]
I am a dedicated United frequent flyer and love the way they have improved food and service, so I have no intention of picking on United, BUT . . . A couple of days ago, I was checking out flights to Italy for the end of May, when I saw a […]
See also part 1 and part 3. Blue Grotto Blue Grotto is one of the most beautiful caves in the world. This is perhaps the most famous cave in Italy for its location, accessibility, and the volume of tourists visiting every year. It is located on the coast of the […]
Milan is known for a lot of things. Thousands of tourists visit the city each year to check out to see its beautiful piazzas, museums, boulevards, and churches. Of course, when visiting Milan you can also enjoy some marvelous cuisine. Known as the fashion capital of Italy, Milan is also a city that has plenty […]
Simona Ventura (Photo from Wikipedia) Simona Ventura stole the scene in Italian television, becoming a famous name and a bankable host for the networks. Ventura started her career with small appearances on local TV stations, like most in the business. Her first break came when she started working at Mediaset, and […]
