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Italy’s top 10 travel highlights
As one of the most enticing destinations throughout Europe, Italy is renowned for its delicious cuisine, inspiring architecture, jaw-dropping scenery and vivid art legacy. In fact, this beautiful country is so jam-packed with travel opportunities that it can be overwhelming to identify the highlights if you only have a short amount of time to spend.…
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Where to find the most fascinating UNESCO sites in Italy
Italy has long enjoyed the reputation of being one of the most historically significant countries in the world, and with good reason. This was the birthplace of the sweeping Roman Empire and it has seen war, triumph and the rise and fall of many emperors and rulers. Fittingly, the Bel Paese (beautiful country) is home to…
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10 Romantic getaways for a luxury couple’s vacation trip
Couple’s vacations provide the perfect setting to bond with your significant other. They’re a fun way to spark up some romance and discover an exciting new destination at the same time. We’ve created a list of the best places to enjoy a luxurious and romantic couple’s vacation. Whether you’re after a classic European escape or…
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Eastern vs Western Europe: Which one is for you?
When travellers mention their adventures in Europe, we traditionally think first of the great cities of Western Europe. Rome, Paris, Athens and London, even Lisbon and Madrid come to mind. But in recent years, Eastern Europe has become an attractive option for many a tourist. The countries of Bulgaria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland, Romania,…
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Europe’s top architectural wonders (and why they are famous)
Europe is home to the most varied architecture in the world. The long list of UNESCO sites in Europe include impressive historical monuments, seaside towns and ancient castles. Call them attractions, call them man-made structures, they make it to the bucket lists of travellers from all over the world. Come with us as we take…
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A slice of history: Italian pizza
Pizza is one of the most popular foods around the globe! In fact, pizza can be found in almost every country in the world. However, the Italians are still the inventors of this much-loved delight. Here’s a bite-size history of Italian pizza… Humble beginnings & strange new fruit We’ve been topping flatbreads with tasty ingredients…
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Italy’s 20 wine regions and what to drink where
Italy is renowned for producing some of the finest wines around the globe, and with more than 1.5 million acres of vineyards and 350 official varietals, it’s small wonder the Bel Paese fill up to a third of the world’s vast wine stores every year. The country has a rich wine heritage that dates back…
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The Vatican State: A country in the heart of Rome
Even though it’s the smallest country in the world (covering just over 100 acres), the Vatican City is one of the world’s most important religious sites, governed as an absolute monarchy with the pope at its head. Over 5 million people visit the Sistine Chapel inside the Vatican each year. Nestled in the heart of…
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8 Sensational Things to do at Lake Como, Italy
Northern Italy seems completely different to the rest of the country. It offers a lifestyle different to anywhere else in the world. Imagine the Italian lakes surrounded by the mountains of France and Switzerland. The lakes can make poets rhyme and attract Hollywood A-listers. It also has some of the world’s top holiday destinations. Here…
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Historic Landmarks: The Leaning Tower of Pisa
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is arguably one of Europe’s most recognisable landmarks – no visit to Italy would be complete without a cheesy photograph of you and your fellow travellers playing with perspective while ‘holding up’ the tower. But what’s the deal with the lean and what was the tower originally intended for? Read…