Italy. If it’s not on your travel bucket list, it should be.
From gliding along the canals of Venice in a Gondola, to staring at the Sistine Chapel in Rome to eating Tiramisu in the restaurant in Treviso where it was invented, to sipping Prosecco in Italy’s famous sparkling wine region, there’s a little dolce vita for everyone in Italy.
Whether you take a longer trip to weave your way through the various Italian regions, or take a slow gourmet tour of the many foods and wines Italy has to offer, or explore lesser-known gems like Padua, you’re bound to find delight.
Here, you’ll find our guides to Italy together with how to enjoy this beautiful European country with all of its diversity. We’ll give you advice on where to visit in Italy, tips for visiting, Italian culture, what to do in Italy and, as the Prosecco region of Italy is so close to Venice, expect advice on the best things to do in Venice and the surrounding areas.
Enjoy!
The floating city of Venice has long been north-eastern Italy’s most famous destination. And rightly so. With its winding canals, grand palaces, and luxurious piazzas, Venice has earned its place high on many travellers’ bucket lists. So, why would you want to leave the city that is the destination? It might seem like a crazy … Read more
Last Updated on March 24, 2023 by jofitzsimons I remember the first time I visited Treviso, a city close to Italy’s Prosecco Region. I was in the area exploring some new vineyards and restaurants to add to our Prosecco tours. After a long winter, it was once again warm enough to enjoy the terrace, and, … Read more
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Last Updated on March 8, 2023 by jofitzsimons Italy is made up of 20 official regions. Each has its own unique history, landscape, culture and even cuisine. Understanding the different regions is crucial when planning a trip to Italy. Do you want to cruise down the canals of Venice in Veneto, admire the Renaissance architecture … Read more
Last Updated on March 8, 2023 by jofitzsimons Padua may not be as well known as many other Italian cities, such as Venice, Verona, Treviso or Bologna, which is one of the reasons you should put Padua on your list of things to do in Italy. Not only is, Padua is one of the oldest … Read more
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Last Updated on April 24, 2023 by jofitzsimons Treviso is a city in the Veneto region of northeastern Italy, which due to it’s close proximity to the hugely popular tourist destination of Venice (just 26km away) is unfortunately overlooked by many visiting the region. Treviso has even been referred to as ‘the gateway to Venice’, with … Read more
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Last Updated on February 20, 2023 by jofitzsimons The Italian Christmas Markets may be less well known than their European counterparts in the likes of Germany and Switzerland, but that doesn’t make Italy’s ‘Mercatino di Natale’ any less magical. From the elaborate nativity scenes to tasty local delicacies such as Panettone and vin brule (mulled wine), … Read more