As is the case in most Italian cities, you easily have more to see in Venice than you’ll have time for – especially if you make it a point to simply enjoy the ambiance of the city and wander the streets looking for your own treasures. Read the rest »
As is the case in most Italian cities, you easily have more to see in Venice than you’ll have time for – especially if you make it a point to simply enjoy the ambiance of the city and wander the streets looking for your own treasures. Read the rest »
The Italian theater is revered, and many who travel to Italy wish to attend a production while they are there. Opera, symphony and other forms of artistic entertainment go year round in many of Italy’s larger cities, but the hardest part of attending a show is finding tickets to one. 
Augustus, the first ruler of the Roman Empire was known for his peaceful time as emperor. He improved the tax system and further developed the already impressive road network. 
Completely surrounded by snowy peaks, the city of Merano sits in a lush valley. The mountains that surround the valley can reach up to 10,000 feet, but the valley itself is only 1,000 feet above sea level. 
Deep in the heart of Tuscany, Florence is among Italy’s most popular city with tourists. In the summer months you’ll find thousands of tourists crowded along the city’s streets, and even in the spring and fall, when weather conditions are milder, there are many tourists along the cobbled streets taking in the wonders of the ancient city. 
Easily the most important meal of the day, especially if you’ll be exploring all day long, breakfast is a leisurely affair in Italian cities – even if you’re in a hurry. 
When planning a trip to Italy, you’ve likely included the hot spots – Florence, Rome, Milan – but when you begin planning a stop in the Italian countryside, are you immediately considering Tuscany? 
