These revelers at this year's Carnevale
celebration in Venice called attention to
Italy's smoking ban which went into
effect January 10, 2005.
Buon Ricordo: Good Memories Begin With the Plates
Interested in collecting plates, or just eating off of them? You can collect these plates as you eat at various restaurants in Italy. Read on for more details on this unique hobby.
Another Addition to Rome’s Hip Hotel Lineup
Location is key to choosing a hotel
in Rome. Those who like peace
and quiet might choose to stay in
one of the Vatican's quiet neighborhoods
or in the residential section of
Pairoli, near Villa Borghese. Those who
want to be close to the action might
choose a hotel near the Spanish Steps
or Piazza Navona. Read on for details on a new hip hotel in Rome.
On The Bookshelf: Tuscany Novel, Guide to Italian Restaurants
New books hit the shelfs -- one fiction, on the bad luck that strikes the residents of the tiny Tuscan town of Sant'Angelo, and one non-fiction (and FREE) with reviews of the best Italian food in America.
Don’t Miss Cortona’s Ceramics
Readers who've been to Cortona may
recall seeing the local ceramics bearing
a daisy in green or brown on a
yellow background. Read on to find out where you can get them.
The Shipping News: Getting Your Purchases Back Home
Amazed by Italy’s many boutiques? So are we. Here is the scoop on how to make sure your purchases arrive home safely, including tips and how to contact the major carriers directly.
International Driving Permit: Don’t Leave Home Without It
If you're renting a car on your next trip to Italy, make sure you read this article first!
Traveling with Kids? Make it a Journey of Discovery
Planning a trip to Italy but unsure how to keep the bambini entertained? Don't leaving without checking out Dream of Italy's tips for bringing the little ones on vacation!
Bad News at the Bernini Bristol
Don't let the long list of celebrities who have stayed here fool you. The 5-star Bernini Bristol may not be the five-star experience that you were expecting.
Turin Travel Guide: Torino’s Surprises
Turn, Italy is surely more than just the host of the 2006 Winter Olympic Games: Read on to find out why Italy and the world will continue to make a fuss about Turin in the coming years.