Although
Italy doesn't cover the vast expanse of land that some
nations do, it's hard to find a place that offers as
much as this country. History, art, religion and architecture
are all well-represented here. Once you've taken in
the cultural aspects of Italy, relax on a gondola that
meanders along the canals of Venice, enjoy the rolling
landscape of the countryside and get your fill of all
the wonderful food—pasta and otherwise. |
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BEST
OF SERIES
The
Best of Italy
Check out our guide to The
Best of Italy, where lovers of la dolce
vita will find restaurants, news, events, hotels, and popular travel destinations
like Milan, Venice, Rome and more. |
FEATURED ARTICLES
TOP 10 HOTELS IN ITALY
The Best Places to Stay
From the historic Villa d'Este in Lake Como to the Four Seasons in Milan, these hotels offer some of the world’s best views, whether they are perched on a cliff overlooking the Mediterranean or the Grand Canal. |
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TOP 10 BOUTIQUE HOTELS
Portrait Suites
It’s impossible to not fall for this elegant Italian-style town house perched directly atop the flagship Ferragamo store. Close to the Via Condotti, where some of Rome’s best shopping is to be had, this beautifully-appointed hotel is also just a stone’s throw from the Spanish Steps. |
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TOP 10 ROMANTIC DESTINATIONS
Italian Lake District
Italian is the language of love, so the perfect romantic getaway has to be the Italian Lake District. Once there, indulge your ultimate fantasies and stay in a lakeside villa, secluded castle or panoramic chapel on Lake Garda, Lake Como, Lake Maggiore or Lake Orta. |
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UNDISCOVERED
CALABRIA
Beyond
Rome & Florence
Hidden
south of Naples, in the "toe" area
of Italy’s boot sits Calabria, a region
of breathtaking coastlines hugging emerald
waters and ancient villages that mirror their
Greek past. |
BERGAMO
FLORENCE
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72-HOUR
VACATION
Firenze:
A Living Art Museum
The cappuccinos are pricey
but the ambience is priceless. Florence, it's
a dream of a city, alive with a rich past.
Use our guide to help you locate top hotels,
restaurants and all of the city's charms. |
UNDER
THE TUSCAN SUN
Villa
Il Tesoro
Take your tesoro and head to the rolling
Maremma hills of western Tuscany for "la
dolce vita among the vines" at this darling
place. |
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LEARN
TO COOK
The
Villa San Michele
School of Cookery
This
15th-century monastery on the hill of Fiesole
overlooking Florence offers a stunning Renaissance
setting in which to learn about Italian cuisine. |
WHERE
TO EAT
The
Food Lover's Guide to Florence
Use this smart and practical little guide
to eat, drink, sample and indulge your way
through the city. Written by Florence-based
writer Emily Wise Miller, you don't want to
visit the city without it.
Visit our Bookstore
Travel Books
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LACCO
AMENO
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WELLNESS
IN ISCHIA
The
Regina Isabella
Thermal Spa
With
its luxury seaside location, the Regina
Isabella Thermal Spa offers guests a comprehensive
wellness experience in an awe-inspiring
setting.
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MILAN
BUSINESS
TRAVEL GUIDE
Milan
Milan may not be one of Italy's
most beautiful cities, but it is the country's
most dynamic: the center of its industry and
finance, as well as a world hub for design,
fashion, opera and art. Not surprisingly,
Milan features numerous fine hotels and restaurants
that cater to business travelers. |
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RAVELLO
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A
GEM ON THE AMALFI COAST
Palazzo
Sasso
The
Palazzo Sasso hotel in the beautiful village
of Ravello on the Amalfi Coast inspired
Wagner to write his Parsifal.
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BUONGIORNO, ROMA
The
Ever Evolving Eternal City
While
Rome may not have been built in a day, you
can certainly get a taste of this ancient
metropolis in just 72 hours. If you're in Rome for business instead of pleasure, our Business Travel Guide will help you find lodging, restaurants and more. |
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THE
DIVINE VALLEY
Villa
Dievole
Among Tuscany's genuine experiences is Villa
Dievole, an estate of olive groves, citrus
trees and ancient heritage vines. Stay in
the 17th-century farmhouse and bask in the
vistas of the Tuscan sun.
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TURIN
PIEDMONT
PLEASURE
Olympia
and Other Charms
Turin
and five charming villages of the Piedmont
Region hosted the XX
Olympic Winter Games in 2006. The city
that invented Vermouth has attractions to
offer year-round: baroque buildings, royal
residences, great street markets and ancient
castles nearby. |
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VENICE
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72-HOUR
VACATION
Venezia
Minus the Tourist Traps
La
Serenissima shows her most attractive side
on this three-day exploration. Find out
where to sleep, eat and how to live la
dolce vita.
PUTTIN'
ON THE CIP
A
Venice Tradition
Unlike
many historic lodgings that try to keep
up with the times by playing the hip card,
Hotel Cipriani doesn’t cater to whim.
This Venice favorite was founded on tradition,
and to tradition it remains loyal.
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VERONA
OPERA
SEASON
Arena
Summer Festival
Beloved in the past by Julius Caesar, Goethe
and Shakespeare, Verona is famous for
being the setting of Romeo and Juliet, its amazing amphitheater, and its highly-regarded opera season. At the
annual Arena Summer Festival you may encounter
Verdi, Puccini and Bizet.
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THE
BEST SPAS IN ITALY
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TERME
TOTAL!
The
Best Spas in Italy
Traditionally, spa-goers in Italy went to
"take the waters," to soak in
hot springs or terme and to experience
healing mud—these days you can get
all of the latest modern treatments.
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ITALIAN
COOKBOOKS & GUIDES
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for other parts of the world
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