Travel

As the year draws to a close, Italian tables transform into feasts full of history, tradition, and symbolism. Many of our end-of-the-year foods carry deep meanings tied to renewal, prosperity, and good fortune, reflecting Italy’s long-lasting love relationship with food …

The origin of Sciacca’s name is uncertain, as historians have proposed various theories. However, it is commonly attributed to the Latin ex aqua (from water), referencing the town’s rich hydrothermal resources. These include sulfuric, saline-bromo-iodic, bicarbonate-alkaline, medium-mineral waters, and many other varieties. …

In a recent article published on Food Navigator, Oliver Morrison explored Italy’s ongoing struggle between preserving its world-renowned gastronomic heritage and embracing food-tech innovation. The article highlights a growing tension within the country’s agri-food sector, particularly in light of its government’s …

The city of Treviso, in the region of Veneto, is often overshadowed by nearby Venice, yet, it holds a distinct charm and elegance that makes it a worthwhile destination. It is known for its elegant canals, historic buildings, and status …

Today, we are making a trip outside of Italy. Well, at least for a little while. Yes, because we’re taking a closer look at the Bernina Express, a scenic train journey that uniquely links the Belpaese with one of its closest neighbors, …

Monesteroli is a small, little-known hamlet located along the stunning Ligurian coast of Italy. Perched on a steep cliff above the sea, it is not a place easily reached by cars or buses: in fact, the only way to visit …

They’re almost a hundred years old, but still lead an active life. Since 2018—six years now—they’ve been traveling, stopping at small railway stations, accompanied by the nostalgic sound of the bell signaling their arrival and departure. These trains don’t just …

Christmas is the season when we feel kinder and more open to believing in miracles—a difficult sentiment in today’s world, marked by so much conflict. Yet one recent event stands as a true miracle: the rescue of an eleven-year-old girl …

Palermo, a city of a thousand colors, a thousand flavors, a thousand noble palaces, a thousand churches, and a thousand monuments; multicultural, a safe haven for foreigners of any race, any origin, any faith. In short, an open-air marketplace where …

March 8, 2019: a date to remember for the people of Taormina, a city in the province of Messina, renowned worldwide for its proximity to the enchanting Isola Bella and, above all, for its magnificent Ancient Theatre. Perched by the …