Below you'll find a list of all posts from May, 2013
Since the election of Pope Francis, everyone is planning to visit Assisi (including the pope, in October) to learn more about Saint Francis. We have a full guide on the top sites, hidden treasures and where to stay and eat. Then we are off to Le Marche to visit an organic vineyard that is gaining recognition in Italy – and it offerss an adorable hotel.
This Le Marche vineyard is all the talk of the Italian wine industry - combining biotechnology, organic farming and Old World wine production techniques to create natural vino. There's a stunning hotel on the property too!
When your travels take you to Assisi in Umbria, we have all of the details on where to spend your time in this Franciscan treasure, from hotels and B&Bs to trattorias and unique shops. Plus other sites worth visiting in addition to the Basilica of St. Francis.
Since the pope took the name of St. Francis of Assisi, there has been a surge of interest in the central Italy town of Assisi. We have an in-depth guide from an American expat who has lived in and explored the town for 20 years.
The town of Lucca is one of Tuscany’s most charming locales. Lucca will have even more to offer starting in October when it kicks off a year-long series of events to celebrate its 500th anniversary. According to The Florentine, the anniversary celebrations “will range from exhibits and performances to debates and an all-night party, the anniversary will be marked by …
In 2013, for the fifth straight year, the Vatican Museums have extended visiting hours on Friday evenings this summer and fall, to accommodate the many visitors who wish to take in the constellation of collections known as the “Pope’s Museums.” As in years past, there will be live music, both classical and contemporary, in the Raphael Rooms and the Sistine …
Frustrated with other mobile options while traveling in Italy (I’ve wracked up those iPhone data charges, even when I have been cautious), on my most recent trip to Italy, I decided to test out the options offered by Cellular Abroad. I opted to buy an Italian cell phone (really a GSM phone with an Italian SIM card) from Cellular Abroad. …
