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The Italian Forest That Has the Sound of Violins

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 12/07/2017 - 03:00

It’s known as the ‘Forest of the Violins’ (Foresta dei Violini) because, in the past, luthier masters, including the most famous of them all, the legendary…

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The Lagazuoi Tunnels (Dolomites): Hiking Down a Mountain and Inside It

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 09/22/2017 - 00:00

[Approaching the entrance to the Lagazuoi Tunnels surrounded by amazing views. Photo by Silvia Donati.] Ask a claustrophobic to descend a dark, 1100m-long…

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Day Tripper: Bolzano

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 08/11/2017 - 00:00

Often placing at the top of annual rankings of Italy’s most livable cities, Bolzano is the capital of South Tyrol, that area of northern Italy that was annexed…

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Why You Should Visit Friuli Venezia Giulia

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 05/04/2017 - 08:00

When it comes to Italian destinations, some regions get all the love, and others…don’t. Such is the case with Friuli Venezia Giulia, the north-easternmost…

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The Ultimate Trek in Italy for Hiking Enthusiasts: Alta Via 1 of the Dolomites

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 03/29/2017 - 10:35

If you’re looking for the ideal Italian destination for your active vacation, look no further than the Dolomites, the magnificent mountain range located in…

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Best Snowshoeing in the Dolomites: Five Hikes for Beginners

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 02/16/2017 - 02:00

[In the photo: snowshoeing by the iconic Tre Cime di Lavaredo in the Dolomites. Photo credit: James Rushforth.] A cheaper, easier, slower - and rewarding -…

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Exploring the Dolomites: Veneto’s Cadore Region

by Silvia Donati | Wed, 02/01/2017 - 07:55

More secluded than other popular valleys in the Dolomites, but no less beautiful, the Cadore is a historical area within the region of Veneto, located at the…

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Top Destinations to Visit in Italy This Summer

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 07/15/2016 - 00:00

The beauty of Italy lies in the diversity of its landscapes: besides its well-known cities filled with historic monuments and artistic treasures, the aptly-…

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Lago di Braies: A Must-See Lake in the Dolomites

by Silvia Donati | Thu, 06/02/2016 - 04:00

My first stop on a tour of the Pusteria Valley in South Tyrol last summer was the breathtaking Braies Lake – not a bad start to my hiking vacation in the…

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Mountain Fun: Discovering the Mountains of Italy (Part One)

by Silvia Donati | Fri, 02/19/2016 - 00:00

There’s no shortage of options for the mountain lover in Italy. From north to south, il bel paese features mountain resorts to be enjoyed both in winter and…