8 lovely hilltop villages in Umbria
After our Umbria articles, about the Valnerina, our selection of 5 charming little towns in ancient Umbria, and the most
Read more
Slow & Chic
The Green Hills of Umbria – a trip across the Valnerina
Famous for its fortified hilltop villages, castles and authentic character (see: 5 charming little towns in ancient Umbria), Umbria is
Read more
5 charming little towns in ancient Umbria
Ancient Umbria is the territory once inhabited by the Umbri, the people who had settled east of the Tiber river
Read more
Top 12 most beautiful gardens of Italy
(last updated July 4, 2018) Italy counts a large number of magnificent private and public gardens. Here are the top
Read more
Top 15 Historic cafes of Italy
Authentic “institutions of hospitality”, the historic coffee houses of Italy allow you to sip a coffee while contemplating the stylish
Read more
A winter weekend in Bellagio, Lake Como
Why would anyone want to visit Bellagio in Winter? Many of the hotels, restaurants and shops are closed, it’s cold
Read more
Checchino dal 1887, our very favorite restaurant in Rome
Certain places you hesitate to tell the world about, for fear that it becomes impossible to make reservations the next
Read more
Top 10 most beautiful and famous villas of Italy
(updated June 9, 2014) 1. Villa Rufolo, Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Campania Villa Rufolo is located in the historic center of
Read more
10 Things we Love about Varenna, Lake Como
(updated June 6, 2014) 1. Exquisite location on Lake Como Its sunny position facing south offers a stunning panorama over
Read more
Combining Rome sightseeing with a trip to the picturesque Island of Ponza (Follow our photo tour)
If you are in Rome and want to escape the heat and hectic of the city for a day or
Read more