Italy Travel
Italy Travel · 04 October 2024
There are two key Truffle events in Italy this year - the National Fine White Truffle Fair in Sant'Agata Feltria (Rimini) and the International White Truffle Fair in Alba (Piemonte). The first one is starting on the 6th October in Sant'Agata Feltria and the International White Truffle Fair in Alba starts on the 12th October. So, basically, you can spend the entire month of October on truffle hunting!!
Italy Travel · 20 September 2024
600 hotel industry experts have voted and Lake Como’s Passalacqua Hotel has claimed the second spot in the prestigious World’s 50 Best Hotels list. It also claimed the overall crown in 2023. Passalacqua is a luxurious 18th-century aristocratic home located on the shores of Lake Como. The hotel features 24 charming guest accommodations spread across three beautifully restored buildings, surrounded by seven acres of landscaped gardens that lead to a private jetty. Located one hour from Milan.
Italy Travel · 10 September 2024
The Costa Smeralda provides a stunning setting and a variety of challenging conditions for the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup, which is one of the highlights of the Mediterranean yachting season. The 34th edition of the Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup officially opened on September 8, 2024, with the Skipper's Briefing followed by the traditional Welcome Cocktail on the terrace at the Yacht Club Costa Smeralda. The first Maxi Yacht Rolex Cup was held in Sardinia in 1980.
Italy Travel · 02 September 2024
Going to Rome to improve your Italian language skills is a great way to learn about Rome and gain local insights. An even better way to experience the culture is to join one of the fabulous cooking schools in Rome to learn to cook Italian cuisine. You do not have to be a professional cook to join these classes. Here are a few suggestions for authentic cooking courses: Oneday Chef, Eataly in Ostinese in Rome, Mind/Per La Mente Cooking School, Mamà Mediterraneum and Tuchef Cooking School.
Italy Travel · 01 September 2024
It's time for the Venice Film Festival, now in its 81st edition. The Festival will be held from 28 August to 7 September 2024 at Venice Lido in Italy. Tim Burton's Beetlejuice will open the festival on 28 August 2024, while Pupi Avati's The American Backyard will close the Festival on 7 September 2024. Considered one of the most renowned festivals in the world, as also demonstrated by its longevity, it will attract thousands of industry professionals, celebrities to the Lido Island.
Italy Travel · 17 August 2024
Rome's discrete aristocratic privately owned properties have become popular because they offer guests a unique experience—such as Residenza Ruspoli, Villa Spiletti, or the Anantara Palazzo. These properties provide a way to stay connected to Rome's history and culture without being caught up in the crowds or the heat of the city streets. Their location is close to the Spanish Steps and the Coliseum.
Italy Travel · 24 July 2024
In Bacoli, located next to present-day Naples, Italy, an underwater restoration project has revealed the stunning marble floor of a submerged Roman villa. This exciting discovery is part of a continuing excavation by CSR Restauro Beni Culturali and Naumacos Underwater Archaeology and Technology at the Submerged Archaeological Park of Baiae. The project's goal is to uncover and shed light on the most historically significant underwater area of the Roman Empire.
Italy Travel · 07 July 2024
The new Palazzo Cordusio hotel in Milan pays homage to the city's enduring style. It's Gran Meliá's first property in Milan, combining Italian elegance with warm Spanish service. The hotel is located in the heart of Milan near the Duomo square and the Quadrilatero della Moda, offering access to the city's cultural heritage and contributing to the revival of Piazza Cordusio. With Italian and international cuisine and stunning 360º city views, Palazzo Cordusio is centrally located.
Italy Travel · 29 June 2024
Italy is gearing up to host the start of the Tour de France for the first time. The first stage will highlight the contribution to the sport by legendary Italian cyclists such as Gino Bartali and Marco Pantani. The Tuscan capital of Florence, usually known for its art and history, is set to attract an estimated 800,000 cycling fans for the Grand Départ of the Tour de France. This is the first time in the 121-year history of the race that Italy has hosted the start.
Italy Travel · 15 June 2024
Discover the finest mixed fried food in Baldissero Torinese on Sunday, June 16th at the inaugural Fricassé 'd Baudisé. Enjoy traditional recipes from the restaurants that have made Baldissero famous for this dish.