All Around Italy

Inspired by her unrelenting love for Italy, 12 years ago, Kathy McCabe started a newsletter devoted to travel in the Bel Paese, ‘Dream of Italy’, to provide fellow Italy lovers with information and advice on how to experience the country …

The Susa Valley is the longest valley in Italy, stretching just over 100 km (60 miles) from the western edge of  Turin all the way to the border with France. Forested hills lead to high snow-capped mountains as you travel …

Ever since I started traveling to the Salento sub-region of Puglia I fell in love with…well, its olive trees. It’s hard to explain until you’ve actually experienced driving through miles and miles of thousands upon thousands of olive trees… as far …

Borgo di Babbo Natale November 29 – December 13): Are you traveling with young kids ? Don’t miss out the opportunity to experience all the magic of Christmas at Ricetto di Candelo, province of Biella. Every year this stunning medieval …

Galata is the Museum of the Sea in the dock area of Genoa harbour, the biggest Italian maritime museum existing. More than a museum it is a journey through time, from the epoch of the galleons down to submarines, through …

When it comes to holiday sweets, each region in Italy has its specialty, from cakes to torrone, from panettone to nougat. And although nowadays most of this sweet treats can be bought in supermarkets and grocery stores, most Italians still …

Rome is a city famous for its fountains. The largest and most celebrated one is the Fountain of Trevi, so called because it is situated at the center of three converging streets (tre vie). Some say that the Trevi fountain …

There are countless destinations in Italy that are perfect for short side trips, maybe not even an hour away from major hubs like Rome, Florence or Milan. These destinations are ideal for those seeking some rest and relaxation and a …

There’s something enticing and quintessentially romantic about train travel: watching the landscape changing before one’s eyes, crossing remote areas, having time to relax and unwind and take in the views are just some of the reasons why many enthusiasts consider …

Sure, Spring and Summer are the two most popular season with travelers that chose to spend time in Italy, but traveling during shoulder season can have some advantages too. Most fair and festivals, especially those geared towards a local crowd, …