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Autostrade: Italian toll roads: all you need to know about Italy’s motorways
All you need to know about Italian toll roads (autostrada): how they work, what to expect, a list of Italian motorways/ highways, tips If you are planning on driving in Italy, it is handy to know that the best and fastest roads in Italy are toll roads or, as we call them in Italian: autostrade. Autostrade criss-cross the country from north to south and east to west. They are well kept, easy to use and fast. They are, however, also pricey and, if you are not used to them, they may leave you unsure about how to use them. If traveling long distances, Italian toll roads are excellent. Today, I…
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Gubbio with kids: the unique town in Umbria you’ll love
All you need to know to visit Gubbio Umbria: what makes Gubbio special, what to see, and practical tips for visiting Gubbio with kids. Gubbio is one of the most beautiful towns in Umbria and a place with unique charm and personality. Blessed with a stunning position on the slopes of Mount Ingino, Gubbio has a delightful medieval town center and several scenic terraces with breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The town has been in existence since ancient Roman times and has a strong personality that makes it stand out from all others in the area and beyond. Its inhabitants pride themselves on being ‘crazy’ (matti, in Italian), a…
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Spello, Umbria: the flower-filled Italian town you’ll love
Essential travel guide to Spello, Italy: what to see, where to eat and how to visit one of Italy’s prettiest villages. Latin poet Propertius called Spello ‘Splendidissima Colonia Iulia’, aka very splendid Spello (Colonia Iulia was Spello’s ancient name). Indeed, only an expression such as ‘very splendid’ can convey how adorable Spello is! A delightful village in Umbria, Spello It is famous for being one of the prettiest villages in Italy and one of the most flowery. Its meandering medieval streets are a triumph of verdant balconies and colorful flowers, and the town also hosts a significant flower event called infiorata, which is world famous. Spello is a picture-perfect, small…
An Italian Mama's Guide to Italy
