When parents start looking for places to stay in Italy or anywhere in Europe that can accommodate the entire family, it doesn’t take long for them to realize that hotel Web sites and villa brochures don’t provide the details needed to make confident decisions.
Villa d’Este Reveals the Recipe for Frank Sinatra’s Favorite Risotto
Lake Como’s exclusive Villa d’Este has has two secret culinary weapons – Executive Chef Luciano Parolari, also known as the “King of Risotto” and his repertoire of risotto recipes.
How to See the Pope at Christmas and Throughout the Year
When and where you need to be to see the Pope at midnight mass at Christmas and throughout the year, and how to get tickets when necessary.
**How to “Do” Rome so Rome Doesn’t “Do You In” (Free Italy Travel Advice)**
Rome is a spectacular travel destination. First the hub of western civilization, then the center of western Christendom, the layers and veins of history are endless. Here Jane McIntosh of Jane’s Smart Art Guides gives tips for how to see Rome without stress.
A Few More Favorite Things to Do on the Amalfi Coast of Italy
Guest editor Barrie Kerper asked a few residents and habituées of the Amalfi Coast about what they especially love about this special coastline. Read on for their inside opinions on what makes the Almafi so mystical.
Limoncello: The Nectar of Italy’s Amalfi Coast
On the terraced hills of Italy’s Amalfi Coast, the Mediterranean sun
and ocean air combine with volcanic soil to produce lemons the size of grapefruits. They’re the main ingredient in the tasty liqueur limoncello.
Beaches and Gelato: Summer Fun in Italy
Since summer is rolling around we thought we’d give you the inside scoop on Italy’s best beaches and best gelaterias. Skeptical about visiting in August? Here is what Rome is really like during the Italian ferragosto.
Florence’s Giovanni: Not Just a Chip Off the Old Block
From the son of the founder of the legendary Il Latini, a fantastic new Florence restaurant just steps away from Latini — with delicious food and an even better attitude.
A Lesson at Chocolate School: Chocoholics’ Dream Come True in Perugia, Umbria
It wasn’t easy to get into a class at Perugina’s Scuola del Ciccolato,the leading Italian chocolate maker’s new chocolate school. But to chocoholics who persevere, there’s a sweet lesson waiting.
Maratea May Be Italy’s New Amalfi Coast
Forget the Amalfi Coast, the coastal haven of Maratea in Basilicata, two hours to the south, is at least as picturesque, less crowded and less expensive.