Nestled on the northeastern coast of Italy, just 20 minutes from the Slovenian border, Trieste is the capital of the Fruili Venezia Giulia region and a historical maritime gateway for the Austro-Hungarian empire. There’s no doubt that the Italians eat well and the unique Triestino diet is a reason as good as any to visit this coastal metropole, but you might be...
If you’re considering Venice or Florence for your Italian adventure this year but can’t quite pick the city for you, you’ve come to the right place. This guide will delve into both towns to highlight seven key things. From the general vibe of each city to the sort of sightseeing you can look forward to in both, it’ll pick out some of the main...
From the Colosseum to the Trevi Foundation, the Pantheon to the Spanish Steps, this list just scratches the surface of Rome’s treasured sites, and it’s no surprise that Italy is home to more UNESCO-recognised locations than anywhere in the world. Deciding to visit Rome is easy but trying to find somewhere affordable to stay that’s close enough to...
The deep-water port and maritime gateway for Northern Italy is a melting pot of different cultures and steeped in history. With an Austro-Hungarian quarter, a medieval old center, and lusted seaside location on the Adriatic, Trieste is a great place for a family getaway and there are a wealth of kid-friendly activities to keep everyone busy. From ancient...
Is Capri, Italy, worth visiting? That’s an easy one! Yes, yes, and then yes again. Capri is a stunning little isle that fragments from the side of south Italy, rising like a petrified dragon from the Tyrrhenian Sea. It’s handsome, it’s bathed in sun and bath-warm waters, and it’s one of the chicest places in Europe. If you’re keen to get...
If you want to explore the home of pizza and pasta without too much stress, then be sure to read on for our list of the safest cities in Italy. It’s all about homing in on the urban hotspots of The Boot that aren’t too dangerous; aren’t too hard to travel. The good news is that there’s plenty to get through, from art-brimming Tuscan...
So, you’re seeking out the cheapest places to live in Italy? Great choice. A new life filled with cushiony Neapolitan pizzas and luscious Romana pastas awaits, complete with ski trips in the Dolomites and lazy summer days on the beaches of the Rimini riviera. And don’t worry, because if the budget’s tight, then there are still some wonderful spots...
Tuscany or Sicily is one of the harder decisions we’ve had to make. These two regions are powerhouses of the Italian tourism scene. They each have incredible sights and scenery to recommend them and are both visited by millions of happy holidaymakers every year. Sicily, the biggest island in the Mediterranean, is known for its layered history...
The Dolomites is one of the best holiday destinations in Italy for a whole host of reasons. It’s a place of outstanding natural beauty that offers some of the most breathtaking views in all of Italy – and that’s a bold statement indeed. Not only that, but the Dolomites are a fantastic place to take a vacation for people who love the great outdoors...
Italy is home to so many stunning cities that it can be difficult to decide which one to visit. Do you want to see the historic sights of ancient Rome? Or the romantic waterways of Venice? Do you fancy a city in the Tuscan hills, or on the coastline? Or maybe on an island? Well, the good news is, you don’t have to choose just one! Traveling between cities in...