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1 Day in Monza for the F1 Grand Prix: Fun Even If You’re Not a Fan!

Think Monza F1 Grand Prix is only for people passionate about car races and speed? Think again! A weekend in Monza during the race can be a lot of fun.
Only about 20 km from Milan, Monza is worth spending some time, if only to visit Villa Reale and its park, and have a walk in the small but pretty historical center. I’ll write about that soon. For now, let’s focus on an event which was much more exciting than I expected.

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Walking on the Wonderful Duomo Rooftop: A Must Do in Milan

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Last updated on September 27th, 2021If you only have time for one attraction in Milan, let it be the Duomo. A visit to the cathedral and Milan Duomo rooftop is an absolute must. Although often overlooked (as is most of the time the beautiful Lombardy region), Milan is well worth spending a few days. International …

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Picturesque Bellagio, On The Shores of Lake Como

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English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Russian and other languages I was not able to distinguish: welcome to picturesque Bellagio, a charming town overlooking Lake Como, where you’ll hear very little Italian in the alleys.

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A Fabulous Cooking Course at the Malpaga Castle

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Last updated on July 4th, 2021The idea of a cooking course in itself is exciting, but having it in a medieval castle is just a fabulous and unusual experience. Italian cuisine is one of the most popular in the world, and cooking classes in Italy to learn how to prepare local dishes are getting more …

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Moscato di Scanzo: Wonderful (and Precious) Meditation Wine

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Last updated on July 4th, 2021“It’s not a dessert wine. More correctly, Moscato di Scanzo is what we call a meditation wine”, the girl explained. It took me a few seconds to refocus. I admit that I’m not a great wine connoisseur, and in my mind “moscato” was a synonym of sweet wine, mostly served …

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9 Reasons You Should Visit Lombardy

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Wondering why you should visit Lombardy? Because this lesser known Italian region has it all: beautiful cities, lakes, mountains, UNESCO WHS, and great food.

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Comacchio, Enchanting Canal Town

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Last updated on July 4th, 2021Poorly connected by public transport, out-of-the-way from the routes connecting the main towns of Emilia-Romagna, Comacchio is a little-known gem of northern Italy. The cities and towns crossed by canals are charming and picturesque, aren’t they? I’m not thinking of Venice’s uniqueness (don’t believe to characterizations like “the Venice of …

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Cervia, The Town of Salt

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Last updated on July 4th, 2021Unlike many cities and towns in Italy, Cervia, as we see it today, is a rather recent settlement, dating back to the late 17th Century. Well-known as a beach resort of the Emilia-Romagna region for Summer holidays, Cervia actually has a lot of charm apart from its wide beaches. Cervia, …

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Discovering Piceno Through Wine and Food

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Last updated on July 4th, 2021Whether it’s art, architecture, beautiful landscapes or food and wine, Italy never ceases to amaze me. Whenever possible, I try to visit lesser know regions like the superb and wild Basilicata in Southern Italy, or unusual towns like the lovely Porretta Terme in Emilia-Romagna. Italy is a country of incredible diversity, and …

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Mantua, One of the Best Cities to Visit in Italy

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Last updated on July 4th, 2021Have you ever heard of Mantua? If not, don’t worry. Despite being one of the most beautiful towns in northern Italy, Mantua is often overlooked, not only by foreign visitors but even by Italians. Yet, Mantua is one of the best cities to visit in Italy and there’s no reason it should …

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The Colors of Parma: A Photo Tour

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Last updated on July 4th, 2021Parma is famous for its beautiful monuments and excellent food, but colors were the first thing that struck me. Yellow, pink, green, orange, red, make this small city of Emilia-Romagna (a less-known region of Italy which has so much to offer) a joyful place and it’s no wonder Parma is considered one …

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Bologna… Homemade Pasta and Mortadella

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Last updated on July 4th, 2021If Bologna were to be defined by its food specialties, these would be homemade pasta and mortadella. And while Bologna is beautiful and well worth spending a few days, besides the beautiful architecture and lively atmosphere, food is certainly one of the main attractions. In its simplicity, making egg pasta is an …

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