Places

Lifestyle
by John Bensalhia |
John Bensalhia lists nine key factors to consider when buying either an old or modern property to retire to in Italy... Uniqueness and Quirkiness When you…
Travel
by Silvia Donati |
South Tyrol, Italy’s ‘less-Italian’ region, is a fine blend of natural wonders (hello, Dolomites) and historic charm, with its well-groomed mountain villages,…
Culture
by csabino |
In many urban settings the most “happening” neighborhoods are often a distance from the traditional heart of a city—think Williamsburg, Brooklyn in New York or…
Travel
by Silvia Donati |
As summer approaches (although it doesn’t feel quite like it yet here in Italy as May has been unstable and chilly), we continue our series dedicated to the…
Food & Drink
by Jasmine Mah |
Val d’Orcia Two-and a-half words that, said aloud in a cocktail party, mean very little to much of the crowd. Show the same people a postcard with Tuscany…
Food & Drink
by csabino |
While some form of ice cream can be traced to ancient times, the gelato and sorbet we know today have origins in a more recent past. A version of…
Travel
by Silvia Donati |
The 101st edition of the legendary Giro d’Italia, one of cycling's Grand Tour races, began on May 4 in Israel and arrived in Italy on May 7. From Sicily, the…
Travel
by Silvia Donati |
The number of clean and sustainable beaches in Italy, as awarded by the Blue Flag eco-label, has increased this year to 368, up from 342 in 2017. Overall,…
Culture
by csabino |
Extraordinary settings with rich histories, delectable cuisine, and swoon-worthy views are just some of the reasons to check them out now. ATRANI, Amalfi Coast…
Travel
by Silvia Donati |
The southern portion of the region of Emilia-Romagna (of which Bologna is the food-loving capital) is hilly and mountainous. Many of the region’s parks are…