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Italy |
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It was once said of Italy that it makes you cry twice:
once when you see it and once when you leave. Its
boot shaped peninsula dangles from the heart of Western
Europe, and it's a country full of surprises and contradictions
with more than enough to keep the average traveller
entertained. From ancient splendours, exquisite art
and quiet rustic charm, to the frantic bustle of its
thriving cities like Rome and Milan
with their trend setting fashions and gourmet treats,
Italy has something for everyone.
Although a relatively young nation, each region has
own distinct flavour, culture and cuisine that serves
to make travelling through the country a delight.
Whether it's skiing in the breathtaking Dolomites,
partying or romancing in Venice, shopping
till you drop in Milan or Rome, or relaxing
on the breathtaking Amalfi and Riviera coasts,
Italy is sure to win your heart.
Read the full story -
background and travel essentials
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Food |
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Tyler Florence takes us on
Planet Food a culinary tour of Tuscany
and Emilia-Romagna with recipes
for Chestnut Polenta, Porcini Mushrooms
with Beans, Passatelli, & Braised
Rabbit >>>> |
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Treks |
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Holly Morris explores two areas of the
Alps, including the Italian
Dolomites |
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Historic Sites |
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Stradivarius and the history of violin
making in Cremona
Take a walking tour to discover
Casanova
- the great lover and libertine of Venice
Finest drawing room in the world:
St Mark's Square
and Basilica
In the service of La Serenissima: aristocratic
Venice in Doge's
Palace
The Colosseum
was the stage for some of the Roman Empire's
goriest excesses
Discover the riddle of the Leaning
Tower of Pisa, which has
maintained a striking angle for eight
centuries
Learn about the volcano catastrophe of
AD62 in Pompeii |
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Beaches |
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Lace making and fishing tradition in
the lagoon island of Burano
Belle epoque beach life and Film Festivals
at Venice's The
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Listings |
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Essential
Venice - where to stay, eat,
travel, attractions and tourist boards |
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Travel Writers |
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Coffee
Culture by Dima Yared
A visit to a typical Italian
coffee house, where the pure stuff is
never ordered 'to go'.
Venice
photo, June 2003 by Heather Kilmartin
An exocative black and white
image of the city of canals
Toothless
in Siena By Samantha Smith
Samantha's wild partying at the Il Palio
horserace festival leads to an unusual
holiday souvenir... |
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Guide written by Xanthe Aposotles, Lora Galantini, Nicole
Dudley & Jess Halliday
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