Italy destination guides
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6 of the prettiest towns in Piedmont Langhe you’ll love
My selection of the prettiest towns in Piedmont Langhe area for small town feel, delicious food and outstanding views. Piedmont is a stunning region in the north west of Italy, famous for outstanding food and wine production: white truffles, barolo and nutella are from here, just to give a sample of how varied and significant the food offers is here! It is also a beautiful region for town hopping as Piedmont in general and the area of Le Langhe in particular has many adorable towns, perfect for leisurely walks, casual sightseeing and, of course, meals with a view. I was lucky enough to visit Le Langhe recently and explored many…
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12 fantastic day trips from Florence you and your family will love in 2025
Our selection of the best day trips from Florence by car, train and guided tour. From medieval towns to wineries and areas of great natural beauty in Tuscany, these are the best side-trips from Florence Italy Florence is a fantastic home base to visit Italy. Within a short distance from the city, you have beautiful countryside, stunning hilltop villages, soft sandy beaches and even UNESCO marvels such as Cinque Terre and Rome. Planning side-trips from Florence is easy, thanks to the excellent road and train network in the area and the vast choice of guides tours available. If you are in the city itself, you have easy access to train,…
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Puglia travel guide: all you need to know to plan a trip to one of the most beautiful regions in Italy
Puglia travel guide: expert, practical travel guide to Puglia covering the best things to see and do, practical tips to visit Puglia and the best travel resources for the area. Puglia, or Apulia as it is known in English, is one of the most beautiful regions in Italy and one of the most beloved as a vacation destinations by locals and visitors alike. Puglia is the heel of the Italian boot and it’s a large region with plenty to offer. In Puglia you find delightful historical towns, stunning architecture and art, Unesco sites, outstanding food and some of the best beaches in Italy. In Puglia, you also find fabulous olive…
