All Around Italy

There was a time when Apulia, or Puglia in Italian, was the quiet region of Italy down in its heel, but I have a feeling that this is about to change.   In case you’ve been living off the grid, …

If you’re interested in an Italian vacation that wanders off the beaten path, the Molise Region delivers. It’s the second smallest region of Italy located between the Abruzzo and Apulia in central Italy, but one well worth exploring.   Covering …

Puglia, the region occupying the spur and heel of Italy’s boot, offers up any number of interesting options for perfect summer vacations. From captivating coastal villages to the baroque beauty of Lecce, often called the Florence of the South, Puglia …

Live it up in Italy! Rent a villa with a group of friends or family and have a superb vacation for less than you might expect. Having four to six people in your group will allow you to divide the …

No doubt, you have heard of the Slow Food Movement, but you may not know that it began in Italy with the forerunner organization, Arcigola, which was organized  in 1986 to resist the opening of a McDonald’s near the Spanish …

Yes, Christmas Markets are primarily for shopping, but a vacation that includes Italy’s Christmas Markets (Mercatino di Natale) has the potential to replace blatant commercialism with some awe inspiring moments. You can have a big city experience and visit the …