Italy (with San Marino/Vatican City)

Madonn', so much of the bel paese is a mindblowing museum, foodie paradise, and more. Rome, Venice, Florence, Sicily, Naples, Milan - so many of the most iconic destinations in travel - along with thousands of lovely and fascinating back roads. If you haven't been here, you must remedy that immediately.

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9 musts in Florence for first-timers

If you're visiting Tuscany´s capital (pop. 715,000) for the first time, prepare to step into a place where art, history, and charm blend into a truly unforgettable experience. Known as the Cradle of the Renaissance, the UNESCO World Heritage old core of Firenze dazzles visitors with stunning architecture, world-famous artworks, and romantic streets at every turn. Whether you’re here for a few days or planning a longer Italian escape, here are the top things to do in to make the most of your…

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Beautiful Bari!

alxpin Italy is famously packed with glorious cities to explore, which means a magical spot like Bari – which would be a headliner in many other countries – here tends to be overshadowed by the likes of Rome, Florence, Venice, its fellow southern-Italian destination Naples, and even neighbouring Apulia (Puglia) region gem Lecce. But to miss out on Apulia’s capital – astride the Adriatic Sea right on the heel of Italy’s famous boot shape – would be a shame for reasons I’m about to go into. And…

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Lake Garda´s Lefay Resort & Spa is cited among "9 of Europe´s Best Luxury Resorts"

Lefay Resort & SPA Lago di Garda Set on the shores of Italy’s largest lake, Lefay offers a peaceful retreat with panoramic lake views, a wellness-focused atmosphere, and access to nature-filled experiences. It’s perfect for hiking, biking, and indulging in spa treatments. Top Features: Wellness programs focusing on fitness and relaxation Infinity pools with lake views Sustainable design and organic cuisine Scenic hiking and cycling trails nearby read post

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8 interesting off-the-beaten path corners of Rome

Erik TörnerMy country´s capital famously boasts some of the world´s most legendary and inspiring tourist attractions, such as the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, the Spanish Steps, and Vatican City. But Rome is also overflowing with millennia worth of riches that get less attention from visitors intent on their “bucket lists”, and exploring these places off the usual tourist track can give you a deeper, more authentic, and more serene experience of the Eternal City – and by the way, avoid the…

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Ed Wetschler October 13, 2010 at 5:14am

Thanks, Sally; happy to hear this. Meanwhile, no joke: I just wandered through Greenwich Village with my feet in Manhattan but my mind on a real Neapolitan pizza.
Sally Hammond October 13, 2010 at 4:14am

Thanks for the advice, Ed. I've done that. Still learning the nuances of Tripatini, but it's working well for me. Great concept!
Ed Wetschler October 13, 2010 at 3:42am

Good questions, Sally; in fact, I'm awaiting the answers, too. If you want more people to see questions like these, post them on Tripatini's Ask A Travel Expert widget: http://www.tripatini.com/forum/topic/new
Sally Hammond October 13, 2010 at 1:35am

Any opinions on a really authentic (not tourist rip-off) pizza place in Naples? ALSO authentic places to eat in Venice. Any food tours or must-see markets in either?
Ed Wetschler October 12, 2010 at 3:53am

Guidebooks often call Ristorante Corte Sconta the best fish restaurant in Venice. My brother, who travels more than most travel writers and cooks better than most chefs, is just back from a vacation in the Mediterranean. He says "best in Venice" is beside the point; he insists it's the best fish restaurant on earth. Your thoughts?
Darryl Musick October 11, 2010 at 4:36pm

To commemorate Columbus Day, we take a look at the highlights of our adventures in Italy. With some new pics and video. Today on The World on Wheels: http://tinyurl.com/28zm6nq

HAPPY COLUMBUS DAY: Italian Memories

Tomorrow marks the 613th anniversary of the day Italian explorer Christopher Columbus landed in the Bahamas, setting off the European domin...
David Lawrence September 30, 2010 at 4:41pm

Italy's tourism minister wants to sue Apple because a new app called "What Country" calls Italy the land of "Pizza, Mafia, Pasta and Scooters," which she finds insulting.
Have you seen this tourism minister? Her name is Michela Victoria, and I don't think she's doing much herself to give Italy a dignified image, but that's okay. I'm not real political, but she's the perfect Berlusconi appointee.ItalianTourismMinister.webarchive

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Select Italy September 22, 2010 at 12:31am

Hey Max,
The troupe were based at Sextantio Albergo Diffuso and part of the movie has been shot in this fantastic new concept of scattered hotel. http://selectitaly.com/hotels.php?product_id=952&extref=tripatini
Max Pesling September 19, 2010 at 4:02pm

"The American" is the latest Hollywood movie set in Italy. Just saw it last night with a couple of friends, and I loved the picturesque scenery and cinematography in the Abruzzo (misty panoramas, as well as the twisty lanes and passageways of the mountain town of Castel del Monte which came across incredibly atmospheric, especially at night). Too bad the story itself is formulaic and turgid -- the pacing so glacial as to put me half to sleep. A paid assassin who develops a conscience, a hooker with a heart of gold (and suspiciously excellent English for a small-town prostie) -- I mean, please. It reminded me how much better I likes another flick I saw a couple of years ago -- also about killers for hire and with an atmospheric Euro local, "In Bruges." And what's with that craggy, nosy old priest? I remember thinking when he first showed up and started badgering the George Clooney character -- "Jeez, isn't this dude a little long in the tooth for him?" (Oh, c'mon, don't roll yer eyes -- I've known Italian priests personally!)

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Ed Wetschler August 31, 2010 at 9:44pm

Like sports statistics geeks, InternationalLiving.com runs the numbers on eight different factors to come up with an annual ranking of the best countries for retirees. This year, Italy made the top five. (The U.S.? #15. The U.K.? #22.)

Here are the top ten, with numerical scores on a scale of 100:

Ecuador - 81
Panama - 80
Mexico - 79
France - 78
Italy - 78
Uruguay - 77
Malta - 76
Chile - 76
Spain - 75
Costa Rica - 75