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Dream of Italy’s 16th Anniversary Favorites

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What’s New in Italy in 2019

This article originally appeared in the November 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Join to access the entire issue and 160 others! There’s a saying that comes to mind when we think of Italy: “Everything old is new again.” Italy may be known for ancient ruins but its also a country of innovation and rediscovery. So indeed, there’s always something new in …

What’s New in Italy in 2019 – New Ticketing System at Uffizi (November 2018)

This article originally appeared in the November 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Find the main What’s New in 2019 article here. The Uffizi Gallery in Florence, home of Michelangelo’s David, is infamous for its long lines that stretch from two to four hours in peak season. That’s about to change, as the museum has completely revamped its ticketing system, virtually eliminating queues for its …

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What’s New in Italy in 2019 – Free Admission to State Museums (November 2018)

This article originally appeared in the November 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Find the main What’s New in 2019 article here. After four years of offering monthly free admission to the public, the Italian Ministry of Culture and Italian state-sponsored museums are introducing a new program in 2019 that will increase the number of free-admission days from 12 to 20. As in previous years, …

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Tuscan Wine School Opens in Siena

This article originally appeared in the May 2009 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. When traveling through Tuscany sipping all those delicious Tuscan vintages, wouldn’t it be nice to get some context for how that crisp white or lovely red got to taste so good? Fortunately, the new Tuscan Wine School in makes a quick Tuscan wine lesson easy and …

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Tranquil Elegance at Villa Lilliano (June/July 2018)

This article originally appeared in the June/July 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. When visiting Italy, there’s the inevitable pull between countryside and city. Nowhere more so than Tuscany where stunning and vibrant landscapes and the dynamic, age-old city of art (Florence) both beckon. People, I think I have found a solution! Villa Medicea Di Lilliano, an historic-meets-modern property set on …

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New in Florence: Ottantotto (May 2018)

This article originally appeared in the May 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Find the full list of new hotels here. The Ottantotto Firenze Hotel is also known as “L’Eighty-eight,” a sophisticated nod to clientele from outside of Italy. With just seven rooms on four floors (never fear, there’s an elevator, but there’s also a lovely staircase), the hoteliers have paid …

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New Hotels in Italy: Flashy to Farmhouse Chic (May 2018)

This article originally appeared in the May 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. In the May 2018 issue of Dream of Italy, we featured new hotels from around Italy, ranging from luxurious urban escapes to quaint countryside B&Bs. Here’s the full list: Flashy on Lake Como: Vista Palazzo Lago di Como (Lake Como) Rome + Wine = Perfect Together: Hotel de …

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Modern Art Comes to Florence (April 2018)

This article originally appeared in the April 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Florence is filled with some of the world’s finest Renaissance, Baroque, and medieval art, but until now, the Renaissance city never had a public space to celebrate modern and contemporary art. Art collector Roberto Casamonti changed that with the recent opening the Roberto Casamonti Collection, a new museum, …

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Kamin’s Tips for Florence (April 2018)

This article originally appeared in the April 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. Find the main article here. On packing: “Bring your prettiest clothes. You want to make la bella figura, after all!” On what to keep in mind: “Gelato has 30% less fat than regular ice cream!” On Florentines: “Florentines are charming, fun and friendly with strangers, although if you …

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