There’s so much to love about Bologna!
The Irresistible Charm of Italy’s Foodie Capital
Sicily’s 5 must-see Unesco Heritage Sites
The largest island in the Mediterranean, Sicily is a place where ancient civilizations, stunning landscapes, and architectural marvels come together to create an unforgettable experience for travelers.
Naples – headquarters for holiday joy
And nobody does Christmas like Naples, whose unique local customs turn this fascinating city into a joyous wonderland. If you’re craving some genuine Christmas magic this holiday season, Naples is where you need to be!
Giovanna’s 3 top restaurants in Venice
I recently returned from Venice, where aside from renewing my love affair with that unique and wonderful city, I also visited three restaurants well worth discovering. I hope you’ll have a chance to enjoy them too.
Giovanna’s top 5 hidden gems of Northern Italy
Lake Maggiore, flanking the southern Alps, is Italy’s second-largest lake. The gorgeous trio of Borromean Islands afloat in its magical waters has been called the “treasure chest on Lake Maggiore.” Named for the noble family that has owned them since the 17th century, each island is unique and memorably beautiful. An insider tip: Lake Maggiore is less frequented and far more tranquil than its neighbor, Lake Como.
Central Italy: something amazing, every day
Located in the northwestern corner of Tuscany, just an hour and a half from Florence, (and a mere three kilometers from the coast) the gemlike medieval town of Pietrasanta won my heart the moment I stepped through the ancient gate of Porta a Pisa and found myself in the striking main square, Piazza del Duomo.
Giovanna’s best-kept secrets of Southern Italy
These gems of Southern Italy are unique and wonderful places that I adore. They are destinations I hold near and dear in my heart and my memories. I never tire of the magic they work on me as if experiencing them for the very first time.
Giovanna’s top 5 gems of Central Italy
These gems of Central Italy are wonderful places that I always go out of my way for… Three of them, in fact, are included in Discover My Italy’s small group tours (Pietrasanta-Enchanted Riviera Tour, Ravenna-Food Celebration Tour and Civita Di Bagnoregio, Italy in Plein Air). I never tire of any of them, each one working its magic on me as if experiencing them for the very first time. I urge you to add them to your next trip to Central Italy.
Italy’s “Capitals of Culture”
Every year since 2014, the Italian Ministry of Culture honors a city with the title “Città della Cultura”: a capital of Italian culture. Typically, one city is chosen. But for 2023, two cities in neighboring provinces, Brescia, and Bergamo, have been awarded this distinguished title.
Città de la Cultura
For 2023, two cities in the northern province of Lombardy shared this honor, Brescia, and Bergamo. Last week, we introduced the first of these cities, Brescia.