This article originally appeared in the March 2016 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. Feruccio Lamborghini, born in 1916, was a Taurus, and so identified is he with his deluxe brand that its logo sports a bull. He started out building tractors, turning to the sportscar market in the 1960s and quickly ascending to its pinnacle. Because he was already …
The Need for Speed: Experiencing Ferrari
This article originally appeared in the March 2016 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. Mention “exotic cars” to aficionados and the name Ferrari may be the first one off their lips. Italy’s most immediately recognizable car brand symbolizes speed and customization for legions of fans around the world. Its list of famous racing drivers is long, but includes the biggest …
Around Lake Garda on Two Wheels: A Biking Adventure
The Veneto is a fantastic cycling destination for bikers of all levels. Our writer visits beautiful Lake Garda and stays at a hotel "geared" for cyclists.
Gastronomic Adventure on Italy’s Fun Food Trains
For foodies, Italy's gastronomic train tours offer a unique mode of transport and fantastic scenery combined with either a full meal or a taste of seasonal regional specialties. We explore five special trains from the Lakes to the Amalfi Coast
Lake Maggiore: A Day Trip Into Switzerland
If you're visiting Lake Maggiore, take the unique chance to spend a day in Switzerland. Go one way on a stunning train trip through the Ticino Mountains and return on a lovely boat trip along the lake.
Sala Blu Offers Assistance in Italy’s Train Stations
If you have mobility problems (disabled, use a wheelchair, pregnant), riding Italy's trains can be difficult, especially when dealing with luggage. The free service Sala Blu -- offered by Trenitalia -- can provide you with extra assistance in getting on and off trains and to your final destination.
Exploring Italy’s Po Valley on a Hotel Barge
On our route from Mantua to Venice, we visited several provincial cities with ancient roots, plus a winery, markets and a villa. The boat was accompanied by a minibus and a guide, who transported us to sites along the way. Half a day was sightseeing, and the other half was relaxing on the boat
CitySightseeing Offers a New Way Around the Amalfi Coast
If a private car and driver aren't in your budget and you don't have the Formula 1 tendencies required to rent a car on the Amalfi Coast, consider getting around with a new red bus service.
Best Websites for Travel to Italy
We've scanned our list of Web sites to bring you a mix of practical and fun Web sites for planning your Italian journey -- from booking concert, train and museum tickets to picking the best credit card for travel to italia.
In Brief…Italian Travel News
There is a new Hilton to open in Bologna in the near future. Read on to find out the details on how to get the best airfares to Italy and how to get your hands on a new mafia guidebook for tourists.