The Tuscany region is one of the most visited region of Italy for many reasons: among them, the wines! So, if you are planning to go to Florence, as well as Pisa or wherever in Tuscany, do not forget to taste at least one of the wines we suggest you. You will not regret it!
A tranquil oasis overlooking Lake Garda, Lefay Resort is family run and stands by a philosophy of eco sustainability. Surrounded by natural terraces, woods and olive groves, this is a magical place with a superb spa at its very heart, together with delicious cuisine and comfortable, bright and spacious suites.
Ruins reach across centuries to fire the imagination and fuel travel plans. The very best make you feel young, small, and utterly amazed by the architectural chops of the ancients. Among the many amazing ruins that still exist today, a few stand out as the trip of a lifetime.
The Ligurian fishing village of Portofino is a once-in-a-lifetime sort of trip for most, so why restrict yourself to one spot? Belmond Hotel Splendido offer both cliffside and village-center rooms — ideal for those allergic to commitment.
If you are planning a tour of Europe why not consider the Piedmont region of northern Italy? Depending on your specific interests, this beautiful area might be an ideal vacation spot for you. You can get classic Italian food, and wash it down with fine local wine. Some parts of Piedmont haven’t yet been discovered by tourists. This short article presents Turin, the capital and largest city of the Piedmont. A companion article presents the rest of the Piedmont region.
The only space of the city to be called “piazza” (i.e. “square”, all the other are called “campi” or “campielli”), St Mark’s Square has always been the core of the city life. Although the square as appears now is characterised by a strong Renaissance taste, this area has begun to take shape in the Middle Ages, and throughout the centuries it has undergone several reconstructions and changes.
Built in 1910, our historic palatial Grand Hotel celebrates its Centenary in 2010, representing one of the oldest luxury Hotels on Lake Como. Liberty-style decorated, directly facing the Lake (panoramic road to be crossed), the Grand Hotel Tremezzo is directly adjacent to Villa Carlotta and its botanical Gardens, 10-minute drive from the Golf Club of Menaggio and Cadenabbia, 1-hour drive from the Milan Malpensa International airport.
Exploring Pompeii with an awesome guide. All around us, tourists began to run for the exits. In the distance, a low grumble poured over the valley between us and Mount Vesuvius. As infrequent yet massive drops of water left craters in the dust at our feet, Pompeii emptied out. Our guide, Ilaria, showed no signs of panic. She told us that the storm would pass without hitting us.
