My selection of the best towns in Umbria for a pleasant stroll in historic settings and immersing yourself in quintessential Italian atmosphere. Umbria is home to some of the prettiest towns in Italy. Located in central Italy, Umbria has been inhabited for centuries and and its hilly landscape is dotted by villages and small center and date back to the Renaissance, the Middle Ages and even more ancient times yet are still very much living and breathing places, town that merge modern living with the charm and the rich cultural texture of historic center. I love Umbria. Its famous neighbor, Tuscany, always seems to steal the show but when it…

A practical guide to help you choose between two of the most popular destinations in Italy: all you need to know to decide if Cinque Terre or Amalfi coast is best for you. One of the most common itinerary questions I receive is about choosing between Amalfi Coast and Cinque Terre. The destinations are favorite ‘classic Italy’ itinerary stops but time constraints and the fact that the two places have some elements in common mean most visitors find themselves in the position of having to make a choice and going through the Cinque Terre vs Amalfi Coast debate. I am from Rome; have been to Cinque Terre and Amalfi Coast…