The latest news from the experts in Italian Travel
Whether you are planning to move to Italy or just taking a two-week jaunt around the country, a 25-euro yearly membership in the Touring Club of Italy might be a worthwhile investment. Members receive some of the following benefits: 10% off car rentals from Hertz 5% of Moby Lines and 10% off SNAV ferries and cruises discounts on TCI – …
A friend e-mailed me yesterday to suggest I apply to appear on the next series of ABC’s “The Bachelor.” Why? Well, the series will film in Rome where the ladies will be vying for the hearts of a real, live Italian prince — who is an animal lover to boot. (My passion for Italy is only equaled by my passion …
The world’s OTHER most popular bachelor is set to spend time on Lake Como. Bond. James Bond. The latest Bond flick “Casino Royale” will be filming at Villa del Balbianello on Lake Como at the end of May. This is actor Daniel Craig’s first turn playing Bond. Other films including several Star Wars films (Episodes Two and Three) have also …
Here’s the link to the story I was interviewed for (referenced below): http://www.bankrate.com/brm/news/pf/travelminiguide/plastic-currency1.asp?caret=15 It should give you more tips to help smooth the way you handle money on your next trip to Italy. And every penny counts these days, as the dollar appears to be weakening once again.
Recently, a financial journalist interviewed me about the best way to make purchases and get cash abroad. I’ve traveled to Europe many times and to Italy about 20 times over the past decade. Since I visit Italy about three times a year, I have developed my own routine for how to handle money abroad — mostly relying on ATM and …
Do you live in the Washington, DC area or plan to be here this weekend? Visit the Dream of Italy booth at Washington National Cathedral’s Flower Mart. The 67th annual benefit for the gardens, grounds and woodlands of Washington National Cathedral takes place Friday, May 5, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, May 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. …
Visiting Palermo this summer? After checking out the goods in the airport’s duty-free shopping area, you might want to check out Palermo’s “Mob-free” shopping. Bloomberg reports that 106 shops and businesses in Palermo, that refuse to give in to mafia extortion have teamed up to offer mob-free shopping. They were inspired by a local clothing-maker who was gunned down 15 …
Buying real estate in Italy has become one of my favorite topics as of late. For our March issue, I wrote about the areas of Tuscany that still make good prospects for foreign buyers. I personally have always said that if I had the money, I would buy a piece of oceanfront land or a home in Puglia. Businessweek Online …
The de facto symbol of Italian life – the Vespa – celebrated its 60th birthday today. The manufacturer unveiled three new models and plans for a Vespa museum – a brilliant idea! According to ANSA, “the Vespa’s actual birthday was April 23, the day in 1946 when the patent for the innovative two-wheeler was registered in Florence by Piaggio & …
The New York Times Sunday travel section featured a spread on affordable travel in Europe. The Times covered Milan, Venice and Rome in Italy: Best Advice Venice: Instead of paying a minimum of 80 euros for a 45-minute gondola ride, pay 50 cents to take one of Venice’s public gondolas across the Grand Canal. The traghetto is a far less …
