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The 16 Best Things to Do in Sicily

There is no place quite like Sicily. A Mediterranean gem with a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural wonders, it’s no surprise that it has become one of Italy’s top tourist destinations.

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Lake Como or Lake Garda – Which is Right for You

When it comes to choosing a holiday destination in Italy, the country rife in history, tradition and pure beauty certainly makes it hard, especially when you have to choose between places like Lake Como and Lake Garda. Both lake destinations merge looming mountains and piercingly blue lakes with buildings practically painted into the natural canvas. […]

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Puglia in September – Where to Go and What to Do

There’s a little southeastern region nestled away from the typical Italian tourist trail called Puglia – or Apulia in English. And it’s quickly becoming a can’t-miss destination for wanderers, jet-setters and backpackers because of its way of life, emphasis on local culture and views that merge the beauty and tradition of Italy with the Greek […]

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Lake Garda in June – Everything You Need to Know

The strikingly beautiful Lake Garda is an escape for novelists and poets, a backdrop for films, a mecca for water sports enthusiasts and a bucket list destination for all travelers. You can find Italy’s largest lake stretching across the provinces of Verona, Brescia and Trento. This 158 kilometres stretch of some of the world’s most […]

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Sicily in September – Where to Go and What to Do

If Sicily isn’t on your bucket list, then it needs to be. It’s one of Italy’s main attractions as the largest island in the entire Mediterranean, plus everything it has for tourists, locals, and ex-pats to discover. The crystal clear waters lapping at this island’s shores are perfect for diving, snorkelling, and boating to hidden caves […]

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Best Time to Visit Lake Maggiore

Lake Maggiore is a canvas of blues and greens painting Italy like a fresco in Florence. You will find Lago di Maggiore, also known as Lake Maggiore, within the lake region of Italy. Although it’s smaller and less frequented than Lake Garda and Lake Como, Lake Maggiore is one of the most impressive natural destinations […]

Best Time to Visit Lake Como

Lago di Como, or Lake Como, is a dreamy getaway nestled far away in northern Italy. Here you will find a simple way of life winding along the twisting roads, blowing through looming mountains, and following the narrow corridors and secret alleys of the charming resort villages sprinkled throughout this expanse. It’s been a hotspot […]

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Best Time to Visit Puglia

Imagine sleepy Italian villages wafting with the simple herbs and spices of Italian cuisine. Or listening to the hypnotic lap of turquoise waters flirting with the perfectly aged exterior of Italy that comes alive under the summer sun. And falling in love with true Italian local culture far away from the typical tourist trail under […]

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Sicily in July – Where to Go and What to Do

With five million inhabitants and over nine-hundred miles of stunning coastline, Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. One of twenty regions in Italy, it is one of the most dazzling cultural and scenic experiences the country has to offer. Sicily has a phenomenal reputation for its arts, music, literature, cuisine and architecture, […]

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Puglia in August – Where to Go and What to Do

Puglia: a familiar feature to many around the world, perhaps without even knowing it. A region in southern Italy, it forms the heel of the country’s ‘boot’, making it a standout location on a map. It has a population of around four million and borders on the Adriatic Sea, Ionian Sea, the Strait of Otranto […]

Lake Garda in October – Everything You Need to Know

Lake Garda is the largest lake in Italy, found in the north of the country and home to mountains, forests, castles and more. Stretching across three of the country’s regions, this is a holiday destination favoured by travellers of all types who come to the area to enjoy the quaint medieval towns and stunning scenery […]

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