June 2004 - Dream of Italy

Puglia’s Bounty Awaits Food Lovers

Find out why Puglia, of all Italian cities, is famous for its unique cuisine, including bread, pasta, olive oil, vegetables and other culinary delights. Puglia produces one third of Italy's olive oil.

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A Quick Puglia Italy Travel Primer

Looking for a nice destination in southern Italy? We have the scoop on location, major cities, weather and history of the "heel" of Italy - Puglia. If you haven't been here yet, now is the time to check out our tips.

Puglia: No Longer a Silent Wine Producer

With warm weather, consistent temperatures
and fertile soil, Puglia is one of Italy's largest wineproducing
regions. So why haven't you heard much about its wines?

Lecce: Puglia’s Crown Jewel

Explore Lecce, reffered to by many as "the Florence of the South" and "the Athens of Puglia." It's famous for its golden Baroque architecture. Read on for our expert tips on where to go and what to do in Lecce.

Castles, Cathedrals, Caves: Highlights of Puglia

Explore the natural and architectural wonders of Puglia in Alberobello, Altamura, Castel del Monte, Castellana, Cisternino, Grottaglie, Lecce, Martina Franca, Monte Sant'Angelo, Ostuni, Pogliano a Mare, Salvetteri di Fasano, San Giovanni Rotondo, and Trani

Escape to a Peaceful Puglia Masseria, Masseria Torre Coccaro

Puglia bound? Don't miss our advice on how to truly find peace in a unique hotel room built into a sighting tower from the Middle Ages at the luxurious Masseria Torre Coccaro in Puglia, Italy. Read on for details.

Noteworthy Travels: Puglia Edition

Seen all the major sites in Puglia? Looking to try something different? Here were give our expert advice on how to experience Puglia by taste, by bike, and on foot with these unique Puglia tour ideas.

Be Trulli at Home in Puglia Italy with a Trulli Rental or Stay

Fascinated by the trulli of Puglia? (The centuries-old circular building with a cone-shaped roof.) Here are some ideas for staying in a trullo or trulli in Puglia.

Enjoy Anna Manieri’s Roman Hospitality

A double room in a bed and breakfast on Rome’s Spanish Steps for 150 euros a night? You’re not dreaming. Read on for details on Anna Manieri’s Roman Hospitality.

Introducing Obica, the World’s First Mozzarella Bar

Love mozzarella and new adventures? Who doesn't! One thing is for certain, it can be difficult to come across quality mozzarella. Read on for our details and reviews of the world's first mozzarella bar-- in Rome!

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