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The Insider’s Guide to Siena Siena – the home of a stunning Duomo and Italy’s most famous horse race – is a must for any visitor to Tuscany. Our insider’s guide starts with a walking tour of the best sites and takes you to where to eat and where to shop. We recommend the best culinary experiences and tour guides …
Banksy is perhaps the most enigmatic figure of today’s art scene and while we don’t know what the artist looks like or Banksy’s true identity, we can now get a peek into his (or her) artistic message at Palazzo Medici Riccardi in Florence.The exhibit BANKSY- This is not a photo opportunity is on from October 19 to February 24 and …
The Artisans of Lucca Tuscan artistry is alive and well in the walled town of Lucca. We meet four artisans who specialize in book printing, violin making, textile weaving and antique restoration. Visiting any of the their shops and watching these masters at work will enhance your appreciation for Italian craftsmanship! Rome’s Garbatella Neighborhood For a taste of the real …
In a world traditionally dominated by men, the Fondazione CR Firenze and Advancing Women Artists (AWA) are shining a light on the significant contributions women made to the art world in the first half of the 20th century. Through November 18, 2018 ‘ARTISTE: Women Artists Firenze 1900-1950‘ will be open to the public as a part of the Heritage of Women Festival. Two artists, …
Dream of Italy and ExperiencePlus! Bicycle Tours offer you the chance to win a cycling tour of Italy for two! Eight days cycling from Venice to Florence enjoying the gorgeous Emilia-Romagna countryside along the way. Prize is for two people. Easy riding level so most travelers can handle the pace. Amazing culinary experiences at farms, vineyards, restaurants. Beautiful accommodations. Wonderful local guides who will make you feel like family! Value: $7,990 (Airfare not included) …
From Venice to Florence with expert guides and great accommodations, this easy-level bicycle tour will take you to magnificent spots including family farms, traditional restaurants and to see local views you can only get traveling by bicycle. This tour has most all of the elements of a great trip to Italy: history, cuisine, gorgeous landscapes…and great cycling. Maria Elena Price …
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This is an excerpt of an article originally appeared in the August 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Find the full main article here. Tucked away in the Monteverde neighborhood of Rome, close to the gates of the spacious Villa Pamphili park, sits Da Cesare al Casaletto. If you didn’t know to look for this gem of a trattoria, you would …
This article originally appeared in the August 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Find the main article here. Those who have visited the quaint fishing island of Burano in the northern lagoon of Venice will easily remember the facades in every color under the rainbow together with hordes of visitors. Burano is usually only a day-trip destination for visitors, but the …
