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Sunday, December 22, 2013

Romantic Rome Vacations

English: Panorama of the Trevi fountain at night.
English: Panorama of the Trevi fountain at night. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
The "Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi" (Fou...
The "Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi" (Fountain of the four rivers) by Gianlorenzo Bernini in piazza Navona in Rome, Italy, topped by the "obelisk of Domitian". Picture by Radomil 28.09.2004. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
English: A 4x4 segment panorama of the Coliseu...
English: A 4x4 segment panorama of the Coliseum at dusk. Taken by myself with a Canon 5D and 50mm f/1.8 lens at f/5.6 (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
Spagna, Spanish Steps, Spanische Treppe in Rom
Spagna, Spanish Steps, Spanische Treppe in Rom (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
Rome
Rome (Photo credit: tejvanphotos)

By []Asma Rofik

Rome - the undying town! splendid, celebrated, significant, idealistic! Discuss a Rome vacation and romance strikes you immediately. To be on an Italian holiday and not to take a vacation in Rome is actually, seeing Italy without its heart. It is not easy to describe Rome in words - it is simply overwhelming has architectural wonders are obvious in the haughty Vatican, the huge Coliseum, the enduring Roman Forum, majestic shrines, Renaissance palaces and decorative and elaborate churches, and its ancient bell towers. Not astonishingly, our Rome vacation packages make certain that you get to walk around all the magnificent delights this mysterious and treasured city provides - the Piazza Navona, Circus Maximus, the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. Consequently, for a Rome holiday, there are a large number of packages, each tailored for utmost satisfaction and pleasure.
 
 Perfect Packages
 One package that is Rome Special package lets you exist every second of la dolce vita in the undying City. Take pleasure in Christmas and the New Year Italian-style with the Rome Christmas Special or Rome New Year's Special vacation tours. If you are hunting for economical vacation, there are just the kinds of Rome holiday packages you desire for. Go for the Rome break in your journey, Rome Escape, Express Rome, or Rome Getaway -- actually great vacations and hard to resist prices!
 
  Rome combo vacations
 One can even unite a Rome vacation with other great Italian cities such as Milan, Venice and Florence. There is a selection of Italian vacation packages where you can mingle two or three great Roman towns together. You can go for Rome & Florence or Rome & Venice or Florence & Venice tour. You are improbable to find enhanced value for money than these inexpensive vacation packages!

 To get pleasure from Venice in its right fortitude, Venetian Lagoon Cruise where you discover Venice and its adjoining islands in an exhilarating and reinvigorating six nights cruise that gives you lifelong memories.
 
  Historic Capitals
 If you keen to see two of the most talked-about capitals of Europe in one vacation package, we let you get an excellent combo tour of the Historic Capitals - Rome, London, and Paris jointly by Eurostar and rail.
 The holiday Packages have also been planned and tailored for the convenience of the travelers. Italy vacation packages help you discover the country at your own speed.

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Sunday, June 2, 2013

Must See in Rome - The Roman Forum

Roman Forum
Roman Forum (Photo credit: StefanoRomeTours)
By Eric Simon

It is said that Rome wasn't built in a day. The magnificent structures as well as the ruins speak volumes of its glorious history. It has the richest and the fullest history evidenced by anyone so far. It is colorful and the most appealing of all travel destinations. This is one place where the past and the present go hand in hand. Here you can try to follow the tourist's path or try and go off the track, if you are brave enough to. Either way, Rome is going to amaze and surprise you. This is one city which has plenty to offer, but its beauty has been blurred by the passing time.

Tuesday, May 28, 2013

10 days in Switzerland: What to see and what to do in the Alpine paradise

Apulia Region in Italy – A Wonderful Place to Celebrate your Wedding in Italy

English: The Castel del Monte is one of the be...
English: The Castel del Monte is one of the best known landmarks of Southern Italy. It lies in the the region of Apulia. The resolution of the original photograph is 7912*5825. Nederlands: Het Castel del Monte is één van de meest bekende bezienswaardigheden in Zuid-Italië. Het staat in de regio Apulië. De resolutie van de oorspronkelijke foto is 7912*5825. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Author: daniela castellarin
Apulia (Puglia) region in Italy forms the eastern most part of the peninsula and has a long coastline, facing the Ionian and the Adriatic Seas.
Crystal blue sea, green countryside, intense red terrain, golden sunsets.... from Porto Cesareo to Peschici, from Bari to Taranto, from Vieste to Brindisi, from Otranto to the Tremiti Islands, you can experience a multitude of emotions while visiting Apulia all year round.
The region is divided into six provinces: Bari (which is the regional capital), Brindisi, Foggia, Lecce, Taranto and the recently-constituted province of Barletta-Andria-Trani. The area around Lecce and the southernmost tip of the 'heel' is called the Salento dotted with wonderful beaches and seaside towns.

Trulli District and Itria Valley in Apulia Region

Trulli strung along via Monte Pertica in Alber...
Trulli strung along via Monte Pertica in Alberobello, province of Bari, Italy. The whitewashed symbols were added following the restoration of the stone roofs in the 1980s and 1990s. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Wonderful location for a Unique and Romantic Wedding in Italy

Author: daniela castellarin
Itria Valley is characterized by a flourishing vegetation where olive trees stand, These are cultivated in masserie lands, small typical local stone fortresses. Coasts are marked by long, sandy beaches, dunes and protected natural reserves. There are several traces of the ancient Messapi civilizations, rock settlements, castles and not-to-be-missed many trulli made with dry stone techniques.

The Most Beautiful Beaches In Italy

Author: K J S
TheMostBeautifulBeachesInItaly.jpgAfter a miserable, non-existent spring in most parts of Europe the majority of people is now very much looking forward to a sunny and long-awaited summer. How about celebrating the warm season on a fabulous Italian beach?
Let's start with the Puglia region, the heel of the Italian boot. A little corner of paradise is nestled in Brindisi, almost at the lowest point of the heel. Its name is Torre Guaceto, a protected nature reserve that has luckily escaped

Thursday, April 4, 2013

Tourist Attractions in London

An aerial view of the Tower of London as seen ...
An aerial view of the Tower of London as seen from the SwissRe Tower. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Author: abhishek

Tourist Attractions in London
The attractions of London are some of the most exciting and interesting in the world. From top museums which cover a range of topics to some fascinating historic buildings and monuments, there is something to please every visitor. Some of the famous tourist attractions of London have been described below:

Tuesday, March 19, 2013

10 Must-See Attractions in Valencia

Porta apòstols seu València
Porta apòstols seu València (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Author: Austin Ortiz
Valencia is packed with attractions. A city that was founded by the Romans and prospered under the Moors and the Catholic Monarchs is one of the most attractive cities of Spain. Here marvelous medieval buildings share space with modern surrealist structures, creating a city that boasts of architectural diversity. The scene of Spanish art and culture, Valencia is the perfect destination for experiencing the vibrant Spanish life.

Must-See Attractions in Valencia

10 Top Attractions in Madrid Spain

Royal Exchange Panorama
Royal Exchange Panorama (Photo credit: Ian Muttoo)


Author: Austin Ortiz
Madrid is a fascinating city. Here the traditional and contemporary coexist in harmony. The historic quarter of the city with its narrow cobbled streets and medieval buildings and churches are as startling as the flashy skyscrapers of the modern city.

Replete with attractions, it takes weeks to explore this lovely capital city of Spain. Nonetheless, the discerning traveler who wants to experience the spirit of Madrid would prefer visiting the most popular attractions of the city.

Top Attractions in Madrid

15 Top Things to do in Madrid Spain

Buen Retiro Park, Madrid
Buen Retiro Park, Madrid (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Author: Austin Ortiz
With attractions aplenty, it takes weeks to explore every nook and corner of Madrid. The stunning capital city of Spain boasts of gorgeous monuments, world famous art museums, vibrant plazas and a scintillating nightlife. The sightseeing tours to this lovely city offer an insight into the lively Spanish culture and its delicious cuisine.

Top things to do in Madrid

Thursday, March 14, 2013

A Visit to Capri

Capri. Sphinx at Villa San Michele.
Capri. Sphinx at Villa San Michele. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

By []Mark McLaine

Capri is a small Italian town that is situated about 5 kilometers away from the mainland Italy. This island town has a number of resorts and is frequented by 2 million tourists from all over the world annually.

Reaching Capri

There is no international airport on the island and the only way to reach this town is through the boat. There are a number of boats which operate from port of Ischia and Naples. Besides this, there are a number of luxury Capritime boats which offer you water taxi services from Naples to this island.

Thursday, March 7, 2013

Exploring the Captivating Charms of Chianti

Landscape in the Italian wine region of Greve ...
Landscape in the Italian wine region of Greve in the Chianti area in Tuscany, Italy. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

By []Giovanni Balboni

In Tuscany, villa rentals are a wonderful accommodation option, giving you the freedom to explore this magical region at your leisure. Villas decorate the countryside, dotted in between the terraced vineyards and atop the rolling hills. When on holiday in this stunning region in central Italy, choosing to stay in one of the typical villas adds to the complete Tuscan experience. This beautiful area is one of Italy's favoured regions, combining stunning scenery and countryside with an interesting history, a rich artistic heritage, some wonderful architecture and excellent gastronomy.

Florence, the largest of the Tuscan cities, is the administrative capital of the region, although the famous Etruscan legacy lives on in all of the provinces and hilltop towns in the area. There are endless opportunities to visit ancient sites and uncover some hidden historical treasures. Every town has a story to tell and has played a part in the turbulent past. Some of the world's most beautiful towns are found in the undulating landscape of Tuscany; villa rentals are plentiful and you can choose one situated within a small town or out in the countryside. They are usually well serviced, comfortable and authentically Italian. Often set in their own grounds, complete with outside eating area and swimming pool, you will have ample opportunity to relax, dine al fresco and enjoy some local wine.

Saturday, February 23, 2013

5 Travel Destinations in Rome for Honeymooners

English: Ruins of the Baths of Caracalla, Rome...
English: Ruins of the Baths of Caracalla, Rome, Italy Česky: Rozvaliny Caracallových lázní v Římě, Itálie (Photo credit: Wikipedia)


Author: Nadine Sedillo
Are you looking for a place to spend your honeymoon? If you are, I guarantee you there is no better place to achieve it than in Rome. Being the capital of Italy, Rome is considered as the love city which is true by the evidence of every romantic site, parks as well as the stunning Italian restaurants you can visit around the city. So, in what parts of Rome can you spend some intimate time with your partner? Here are some of the romantic travel destinations in Rome that you may visit for your honeymoon:

Wednesday, February 20, 2013

Verona, a city for all tastes

Il romano ponte Pietra a Verona
Il romano ponte Pietra a Verona (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Author: Francesca Tessarollo
One of the most appreciated Italian travel destinations, Verona is one of those cities that can really satisfy everyone, and the variety of the tourist offer is certainly one of the strengths of this beautiful city.

The most famous attraction in Verona, which is become the symbol of the city, is probably the arena, which attracts tourists not only for its historic, artistic and architectonic importance, but also because every year it hosts one of the most emotional and famous opera season in Italy. The amphitheatre, which dates back to the 1st century, is one of the examples of recreational roman architecture that has best preserved, and it is also the third bigger roman amphitheatre in Italy (after the Capua amphitheatre and the Coliseum, of course), and nowadays it is visited by many tourists every year. A visit to the city must include a visit to the arena, but the city also has many other monuments and buildings that are worth a visit, like the roman theatre, which dates back to the 1st century B.C., and the two roman doors of the 1st century A.D. (Porta Borsari and Porta Leoni) and the bridge Ponte Pietra, which is also roman. There are also Middle-Ages monuments, like the basilica of San Zeno, the homonymous abbey and the cathedral, which is also called Santa Maria Matricolare.

Thursday, February 14, 2013

City of Romeo and Juliet

Italiano: Collage di varie foto di Verona
Italiano: Collage di varie foto di Verona (Photo credit: Wikipedia)


Author: jogurunet
Verona is sited in Italy's Veneto quarter between Venice and Milan. Shakespeare's well-known tragedy, the celebrated Romeo and Juliet was set in this city. This city of romance also boasts of numerous historic structures including the famous Roman Arena.

Verona Tourist Guide

Catullo Airport is the nearest airport from Verona operating budget flights from cities like Dublin, Brussels, Paris and London. Venice's Marco Polo Airport provides another option to reach Verona by plane. Verona Porta Nuova train station is connected to Milan, Venice and Munich via Euro City trains. For local transportation City bus service offers frequent bus services from Porta Nuova rail station.

Tuesday, February 12, 2013

DIY Walking, Cycling & Hiking Holidays in Stunning Le Marche Italy

Ambro creek, Monti Sibillini National Park, ne...
Ambro creek, Monti Sibillini National Park, near Montefortino, Marche, Italy (Photo credit: Wikipedia)
By []Jim Bob Hardesty

Walking and hiking holidays in Le Marche and the Sibillini National Park

 Le Marche, is a region that the Italian's describe as "all of Italy in one province" as it encapsulates everything from dramatic mountains to rolling hills sprinkled with Medieval villages and more. The region is bordered by neighbours Tuscany, Umbria, Abruzzo and Emilia Romagna and shares many of their best geographical features, yet is relatively undiscovered and surprisingly accessible.
 The Marchighiani, or people of Le Marche, remain closely linked to the land and life here is centred on the family and on self-sufficient communities of farmers and craftsmen, where the local Le Marche market consumes most of the local produce. The wonderful medieval Le Marche towns offer the visitor an amazing range of history and historic architecture, that ranges from Art Nouveaux villas to characteristic stone cottages, and are home to wonderful art, over 1000 working theatres, fantastic markets and year round festas where you can sing and dance, eat and drink great local fayre, and enjoy the local crafts and customs.

Thursday, February 7, 2013

My Favorite Sicilian Restaurants

Sicilian buffet
Sicilian buffet (Photo credit: stijn)

By []James Iozia

Sicilian restaurants offer up some of the best cuisine in the world. Italy has always been known for its great food, and Sicilian food is no exception to this. And it isn't only the food that makes eating in a Sicilian restaurant a memorable experience, the leisurely way it is presented has made it into a high art. The approach to Sicilian eating is the grandest of the meeting of the ways between the best folk traditions and the best aristocratic ones. Sicilian cuisine reflects the unique and diverse cultural heritage taken from its history. Sicilian dining is an experience surely to be enjoyed.

Many restaurants in Palermo and other coastal towns focus on the seafood dishes. Although there are cheaper places to be found in the city, Palermo also offers some of the best Sicilian restaurants in the area. In Palermo, notable ones for the tourist to try are:

Wednesday, February 6, 2013

A Perfect Family Day Under the Tuscan Sun in Florence

Statue of Neptune in Piazza della Signoria
Statue of Neptune in Piazza della Signoria (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

By []Giovanni Balboni

Although it is understandably difficult to prise yourself away from the idyllic surrounds offered to your family at your rental villas in Tuscany, there is more to Italy than lolling around poolside under the warm Tuscan sun.

The Villa

A perfect day begins with a delicious and nutritious breakfast. The region is conducive to rising early, the sounds of birds and a balmy breeze beg you to leap out of bed and take an early morning constitutional to one of the nearby farmer's markets. Here you can buy any manner of fresh produce, still throbbing with life force. The markets here are famous for the availability of organic produce that has arrived directly from the farm.

Monday, February 4, 2013

4 Top Destinations to Explore While Walking in Italy

The Colosseum
The Colosseum (Photo credit: KayYen)
By []Tony Maniscalco

Wherever you go walking in Italy, there's guaranteed to be a plethora of amazing sights and places of historical interest to discover. For those who go walking hoping to feel a connection to the places they choose, there are many locations in Italy that seem to reveal something of the place, whether it's the architecture, the culture, the history, or even just the spirit of the area. Take a look at these top sights to see while you're walking in Italy. Although they are popular as tourist destinations, don't let any bias towards this fool you - there is a lot to be said for some of the most famous sights of the country.

Thursday, January 31, 2013

Finding Your Way in Fabulous Florence

Florence Roofs
Florence Roofs (Photo credit: plemeljr)

By []Giovanni Balboni

In Tuscany, villas are famous as a desirable and typically Italian place to stay when visiting this eminent region. This large area in central Italy is best known for its turbulent history, its artistic attributes and its rich and fertile soils. People travel from all over the world to appreciate the architectural elegance of its cities, to explore its breath taking landscape, and to indulge in some of the most celebrated gastronomy Europe has to offer. There is no doubt that through the ages, nowhere in Italy has attracted more artists, poets and influential people than Tuscany. Villas dot the landscape, many of them elegantly adorned with grand facades and long winding driveways. Originally built for the elite and aristocracy many have now been turned into hotels or are privately owned.