Category: Destinations
Learn more about travel destinations in Italy, its top cities and regions. Trip planning resources include itineraries, tours, and day trips.
Lago di Braies: A Gorgeous Lake in the Dolomites
Lago di Braies, also known as the Prager Wildsee, is a picture of calm in a hectic world.
Saint Lucifer of Cagliari: His Life and Legacy
Saint Lucifer was a bishop from Cagliari, Sardinia, who lived during the 4th century. His name sparks a lot of confusion.
Three Trees That Tell a Story of Sardinia
Olive, cork, and myrtle all play a part in the culture and history of Sardinia.
Easter in Rome: When, Where, and How to See Mass During Holy Week
Easter season is one of the best times to visit Rome. Here’s how you can plan your visit to Rome and Vatican during Holy Week.
Six of the Best Books About Rome and Its History
Thousands of books have been written about Rome and its history. But these are the ones I keep on my bookshelf for quick reference. For an even wider selection of books about Rome, see my Rome book list on Bookshop.
Mount Etna
Mount Etna, located in eastern Sicily in the province of Catania, is the tallest mountain in Italy south of the Alps, the most active volcano in Europe, and one of the most active volcanoes in the world. UNESCO inscribed Mount Etna as a natural World Heritage Site in 2013. Mount Etna in History Scientists believe…
These Amazing Italian Gardens Near Naples Are Shaped Like a Violin
Did you know that the landscape around the Reggia di Caserta was designed to look like a violin? Learn more about this UNESCO Heritage Site near Naples.
Reggia di Caserta
The 18th-century Royal Palace at Caserta with the Park, the Aqueduct of Vanvitelli, and the San Leucio Complex were inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1997. Located outside of Naples, the palace and grounds make for a pleasant day trip from Rome or from other locations in Campania, Lazio, and central-southern Italy. Short…
