In our February 2011 print newsletter, Sharon Sanders takes us on an intriguing visit to San Marino – the small republic tucked in between the Italian regions of Emilia-Romagna and Le Marche. Her extensive articles on what to do, where to stay and where to eat in this storybook destination are available to paid subscribers and are an essential resource …
In celebration of its 150th birthday, Italy is showing its pride as the government declares March 17 a national holiday. It marks 150 years to the day since Victor Emmanuel II proclaimed the formation of the Kingdom in Italy. Turin, the unified country’s first capital, will host numerous events from March to November titled “Esperienza Italia.” Other Italian cities are …
Dream of Italy (@dreamofitaly) will be hosting the third #italychat on Twitter on Wednesday, February 16th at 3 p.m. ET. The topic will be Umbria and our special guest will be @brigolante! You’re invited to join us by asking questions and/or sharing your own Umbria expertise. @brigolante is really Rebecca Winke, an American expat, who runs the Brigolante Guest Apartments …
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Join author Linda Dini Jenkins, a Dream of Italy contributor, for a once-in-a-lifetime writing and touring week. With Verona as our base, we’ll visit Vicenza and Padua, tour wineries and share in a cooking class. And together, we’ll capture what we see, taste, smell and experience in three workshops at a real palazzo! May 23-30, 2011. See www.travelthewriteway.com for full …
Two weeks ago, Dream of Italy (@dreamofitaly) hosted the first #italychat on Twitter. We had a grand time talking about Rome travel. The second #italychat will be held Wednesday, February 2nd at 3 p.m. ET. We’re talking about Italian wine and visiting vineyards with special guest @vinoroma! You’re invited to join us by asking questions and/or sharing your own Italian …
You may have heard that 2011 mark’s Italy’s 150th birthday. Celebrations are planned throughout the country to mark a century-and-a-half since the initiation of the country’s reunification. Tour companies are also planning special itineraries related to the milestone, including Experience Plus! Bicycle Tours. This Colorado-based bike tour company is offering a 1,400-mile, 28-day Italy 150 Expedition that pedals from Sicily …
Our award-winning subscription travel newsletter Dream of Italy is looking for at least one editorial intern and one photo editing intern for the spring semester. Interns should be current college/grad students or recent college graduates who are passionate about Italy and equally passionate about journalism and online media. Preference will be given to those intern candidates who can speak or …
So what’s the best way to get cash in Italy and spend your money without getting ripped off on transaction fees? This F.A.Q. covers what you need to know about using ATMs in Italy, the fees you will pay for credit cards and why cash is king — and how that can work to your advantage! Traveler’s checks are passe …
Secluded yet easily accessible, Il Casale di Mele is the perfect setting, providing the tranquility of the countryside but within easy reach of E45 which leasds to many famous hilltowns as well as parts of Tuscany. Il Casale di Mele is a traditional Umbrian stone farmhouse built with all the modern conveniences that sleeps 6 + 1. Read more about …
