I feel extraordinarily happy and energized every time I return to Tuscany. Local people are extremely friendly; the centers of the little towns are dotted by a lot of delicious trattorias and fresh markets to try traditional Tuscan cuisine. I find Tuscany always lively and full of hidden places in the countryside; galleries, and museums […]
I can’t wait to share an abstract from the travel diary of three friends I had helped to design a 3-day trip in Sicily! Here are the best of their experiences, ‘wows’ and eureka moments. ♣DAY 1 The sunny Sicilian morning turns into a film-set flash storm, but as quickly as it arrives, it’s gone. […]
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After the hot-air balloon festival in Florence, you can still see the Chianti valley from above! Tuscany ballooning has a fleet of balloons able to accommodate from 2 up to 18 people. They use only certified pilots who take off from Calzaiolo, a village 8 miles South of Florence towards Siena. This is a […]
Marvel at the Dolomites from the comfort of the east-facing terrace of the warm and elegant Penthouse at Residence Sassela, in the picturesque hamlet of Ortisei. The place is beautifully designed in Alpine style, all panelled with reclaimed wood and has all you can wish for, including a large indoor pool and a spa! With […]
In Italy, 736 miles is the distance between you and awe-inspiring sights and sounds, between its northernmost point and its southern peninsula. Home to the Colosseum, Venice Canals, and the beautiful Amalfi Coast. Italy ranks among the world’s foremost destinations. And like most world-class travel endeavors, you haven’t been to Italy until you’ve seen it […]
What do you like most about Italy? The way Italians approach life in a carefree fashion, with charm and taste? Their keen sense of conviviality, hospitality, and friendship? The beautiful historical cities? The breathtaking views? The beautiful countryside? Are you ready to leave and discover Italy on a journey from Naples to Venice? Naples lies […]
‘There is no better food than the Italian one!’ this is the unanimous opinion of all Italians. The topic becomes hot when you ask those from the South, the North, the islands and everyone has his own list. I guess the secret of the best Italian food is in the fresh ingredients produced near the […]
Liguria was not love at first sight, like for everyone else! It was wintertime and we were having a team-building trip. So, off we went to Liguria, staying at a former monastery, nestled on the first line of hills above Levanto and with amazing sea-views. Unfortunately, with no heating. The hiking was fabulous, however quite […]
Matera is the first Southern Italian city to be recognized as a European Capital of Culture (2019). The town, abandoned for more than 40 years after the II World War and cut off from the modern economy, was one of the poorest cities in Europe. People lived in caves ‘sassi’ (literally ‘stones’) carved out of […]