We follow Marina Spironetti in her discovery of the Bagolino winter carnival – one of Italy’s most beautiful and lesser-known carnivals… Getting to the small town of Bagolino was quite a job. It might have been because of my not-so-accurate map, but certainly the winding mountain road that eventually took me there was neither the […]
Amy McPherson discovers the healing power of nature in the mountains and ancient forests of Trentino Images by Amy McPherson unless otherwise stated It has just rained. Soft, dense and moist autumn leaves cushion our steps, and I have the urge to pounce beneath the leafy heaps like a cat, to dig my paws into […]
Italy has it all – incredible landscapes, evocative history, stunning architecture, amazing weather and fabulous food. If you’re planning a holiday to Italy, then check out our suggestions below of some of the top sights you should see in this stunning country. 10. The Dolomites One of the best natural attractions in Italy are the […]
Rachael Martin visits Alto Adige and picks out ten highlights to embrace in the months between the ski seasons. Alto Adige is the northern part of Trentino-Alto Adige and is famous for its Dolomite mountains. The 18th-century French mineralogist Déodat de Dolomieu first described and gave his name to both pale-coloured rock and mineral, and […]
Are you looking for the perfect location to start a love affair with Italy? The Novel Traveller, Michelle Jackson, enjoys some enjoys some gems with Travel Department on a guided tour of Lake Garda, Verona and Venice. Before we start… Now that Covid vaccinations are progressing well the world is slowly starting to open again […]
Whether you’ve been away or enjoyed a staycation closer to home this summer, Italy awaits – just turn the page to start your journey with us! Our first stop is Naples where we talk to the keeper of the Treasure of San Gennaro and find out more about the saint and his unique relationship with […]
If you were due to travel to Italy over the next few weeks, we know how disappointed you must be. With travel restrictions coming into play all over the world, it’s definitely time to enjoy some time at home and dream of […]
Fleur Kinson explores the best places to buy property in this popular northern region, which encompasses such jewels and Venice, Verona and Padua – not to mention swathes of lovely countryside Photos by Getty Images Veneto, tucked away in the northeast of Italy, is romantic and prosperous in equal measure. Home to 5 million inhabitants, […]
Romantic little cities, sleepy hills, shimmering rivers and long Adriatic beaches – Veneto has no shortage of enchantment. Seekers of urban apartments and of rural retreats should take a closer look, says Fleur Kinson Photos by Getty Images You’re a well-travelled italophile. You know all about Venice, and Romeo and Juliet’s Verona. But you […]
Villa Ciapel sits in the centre of the picturesque village of Arabba in the middle of the Dolomites. The villa consists of a main apartment of 140 sqm and three smaller apartments, each with a bedroom, bathroom and living room with kitchenette plus cellar or attic. The ground floor has communal areas like a garage, […]