Travel Tales by a Travel Addict
Last updated on July 7th, 2021Forget the Cinque Terre and go hiking Portofino! All right, this might be a bit of an overstatement. After all, the Cinque Terre is one of the most popular destinations in Italy for international travelers. But believe me, the area of Portofino Natural Park is beautiful.Provided that you go off-season. …
Hiking Portofino: 3 Wonderful Trails Not to Miss on the Italian RivieraRead More
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.
1 Day in Monza for the F1 Grand Prix: Fun Even If You’re Not a Fan!Read More
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 …
Walking on the Wonderful Duomo Rooftop: A Must Do in MilanRead More
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.
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 …
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 …
Moscato di Scanzo: Wonderful (and Precious) Meditation WineRead More
Wondering why you should visit Lombardy? Because this lesser known Italian region has it all: beautiful cities, lakes, mountains, UNESCO WHS, and great food.
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
