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. |
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THE BEST PLACES TO STAY
Top 10 Hotels in Italy
From Lombardy in the north to Sicily in the south, Italy's regions are divinely diverse in climate, tradition and flavor. These hotels offer some of the world’s best style, history, service and, of course, setting. |
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TOP 10 ROMANTIC DESTINATIONS
Venice
It’s nearly impossible to think "Venice" without using "romance" in the same sentence. This ancient port city replete with canals, bridges, and centuries old buildings is guaranteed to make your heart beat just a little quicker. |
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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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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.
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LACCO
AMENO
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
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BUSINESS TRAVEL GUIDE
Milan
It may not be Italy's most beautiful city, but Milan is certainly the country's most dynamic, as the center of industry and finance, as well as a world hub for design, fashion, opera and art.
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RAGUSA
ESTATE TURNED RESORT
Donnafugata Golf Resort & Spa
Spread out on many acres of countryside near the historic Sicilian town of Vittoria, this resort is designed like a small village, including 202 guest rooms, two pools, a spa and two eighteen-hole golf courses. |
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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. |
72-HOUR VACATION
Rome
While Rome may not have been built in a day, you can certainly get a taste of this ancient metropolis. 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. |
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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TUSCANY
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TOP 10 ROMANTIC HOTELS
Il Salviatino
In the hillside village of Fiesole overlooking Florence, Il Salviatino drifts like a Medieval dream above one of Italy's most romantic cities. Read more on our list of the Top 10 Romantic Hotels Worldwide.
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VENICE
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
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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. |
THE BEST SPAS IN ITALY
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.
 Top 10 Wine Spas: Adler Thermae Spa Resort |
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ITALIAN COOKBOOKS & GUIDES
Guides
for other parts of the world
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