Morning Walk on the Cobbled Streets of Florence
View images list[View slideshow] After a deliciously frothy cappuccino and flaky pastry from our favourite bakery, we set out for an early morning walk around the charming historical city centre of...
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Thanks for Thanksgiving in Florence, Italy
We in Florence have much to be thankful for. Therefore this Thanksgiving in Florence, Italy we are paying it forward by offering two special tours on 22nd November, 2012 to raise money for the Robert...
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Rugby: Italy v’s Australia
The Italian Rugby Team ◄ Back Next ► Picture 1 of 6 They don't scrub up too badly off the field. Italians are best known for their skills on the soccer field, but have been tackling another ball sport...
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Romance Made to Measure – Valentine’s Day in Italy
Everyone has their own idea of what is romantic. For some, it’s red roses and chocolates. And if you like red, roses and chocolates, that’s great. However, if you’re looking for some...
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DOs, DON’Ts & OH NO, YOU DIDN’T?!s: Etiquette in Italy
Part of the joys of travel to a foreign land is about immersing yourself in a new culture, embracing alternative ways of living and experiencing differences. As such, part of any preparations for a...
View ArticleRoaming Rome: Villa Borghese
Click to view slideshow. Just beyond the bustling city centre of Rome, just up beyond the Spanish Steps, is Rome’s largest public park, the Villa Borghese. Take a walk through on the weekend and you’re...
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Conclave at the Vatican
In light of the recent shock resignation of Pope Benedict XVI, the Vatican has announced today that it has already begun closing off areas of the Vatican for the upcoming Conclave. Here is the...
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Habemus Papam Franciscum: All your Pope Francis questions answered!
When white smoke emerged from the Vatican chimneys to signal the selection of a new Pope, loud cheers went out, church bells all around Italy sang out a joyous tune and there was palpable excitement...
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Easter in Rome 2013
The Columba – traditional Roman Easter dessert With spring in the air and a new Pope in the Vatican, Rome is certainly a great and exciting place to visit this Easter…and that’s before we even start...
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Canti Di Maggio – Mayday Traditional Festivities Tuscany, Italy
May Day is a tradition still alive today in Tuscany, Italy as an allegory of the return to life and rebirth. The magic-propitiatory rite is often done during a questing where, in exchange for gifts...
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Tuscany’s most famous trees
In the rolling countryside of Tuscany, the hills undulate so smoothly it looks like you could row a boat over them. Driving through Tuscany*, we passed through the stunning area of Torrenieri, a...
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Enoteca: the great Italy wine tradition
It is quite normal for Italians to take a long lunch break to enjoy a nice lunch of pasta followed by a meat main, usually accompanied by local wine. Now, if it’s so common for Italians to have a...
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Calcio Storico: Florence’s toughest footballers… in those trousers?!
Florence is getting ready for the latest series of Calcio Storico (also known as Calcio Fiorentino), a unique sport which originated in Tuscany in the 1500s. ‘Calcio’ translates to both ‘kick’ and...
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Top Travel Tips for Italy Trips
Visiting Italy? We want to help you ensure your immersion into the Italian culture doesn’t turn into a culture clash. To help people who are planning a trip to Italy ensure they make the most their...
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It’s a sign – what to do in Italy
The best way to experience Italy is with the locals. And to do so, there is no better way than to follow the signs. Around cities and small towns, Italians place posters advertising events, markets,...
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Top Travel Tips for Italy Trips: Communication
Visiting Italy? We’ve created a series of fun videos that provide serious points of Italy travel advice and the first one is out now! Be sure your immersion into the Italian culture doesn’t...
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Fairytale wedding in Italy… just not as you imagined!
We love sharing great Italy stories on our tours and thought we’d also share this funny Italian fable, How the Devil Married Three Sisters. It featured in Italian Popular Tales by Thomas Frederick...
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Top Travel Tips for Italy Trips: How to Pack
Packing advice, tips for travelling to Italy, travelling to Italy Packing well can mean the difference for a great holiday in Italy, which is why we have put together some travel advice for packing and...
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Packing Tips for Italy Trips – Light is a Delight!
Stairs of a B&B in Florence where the elevator starts from the 1st floor! Travelling in Italy, one thing you’ll notice beyond on all the historical buildings and collection after collection of...
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10 essentials when packing for Italy
Throw in a powerboard from home and you can several items at once, using one converter. For the novice traveler, it is tempting to bring everything but the kitchen sink when packing for a trip to...
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