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Orvieto’s Young Shoemaker In this Umbrian hilltown, we find one of the last outposts of old school Italian shoemaking; its proprietor is just 28 years old. A great place to get custom shoes and other leather accessories. Eco-Tour of Sardinia’s Sinis Peninsula Get back to nature and explore riveting ruins in this undiscovered corner of the “wild” Italian island of Sardinia. News, Tips, Deals …
Mantua: Back to The Future Mantua is on a roll. It has been named Italy’s Cultural Capital for 2016 and the European Capital of Gastronomy for 2017. You may be thinking, “Mantua? Is that one of those Shakespeare towns?” Yes, and so much more… The Details: Mantua When you visit Mantua, stay in one of the city’s historic residences and be …
What’s New in Rome No matter what and in spite of its faded postcard lure, Rome does keep moving forward to “the New” in a lackadaisical shuffle that sometimes you might just miss if you’re going too fast. Here’s the low down on new hotels, sites, restaurants, even speakeasies! A must read before your next trip to the Eternal City. …
Death in Rome: The City’s Memorable Tombs What better way to ensure that you will be remembered forever than being buried in a city that never dies? Romans take their tombs seriously and we visit the Eternal City’s most noteworthy burial places, including the final resting spots of Augustus, war heroes, Bernini, Raphael, Keats, Shelley and more… Exploring Florence Through …
Scaling The Heights: Two Days in Orvieto Orvieto is is the ultimate city on a hill with a deep history to explore. It’s also a story of life above and below ground, even today. Our insider’s city guide will tell you where to stay, where to eat, what to see and where to take in the absolutely best views. Making …
Five Unique Places to Stay in Sicily Take to the road in Sicily and experience five very different ways to stay in Sicily and add to your experience through your accommodation in everything from a converted tuna factory to a luxurious golf resort set among the vines. Portraits of Sicily: Three Natives and Their Stories At Dream of Italy, we …
Highlights from Dream of Italy on TV Dream of Italy Founder Kathy McCabe shares five of her favorite experiences from filming the new travel series Dream of Italy including reconnecting with old friends (especially in Puglia and Piedmont), riding with Tuscan cowboys and learning the secret ingredient in cacio e pepe. Eating Rome with Elizabeth Minchilli American-born Rome resident Elizabeth …
Venice Biennale: Something For Everyone Contemporary art lovers rejoice! 2015 is a Biennale year in Venice. If you’re in La Serenissima between now and November, we tell you how to enjoy the official art exhibitions and collateral events all around the city. Six Tips for A Perfect Italian Honeymoon There are few more romantic destinations than Italy. That’s why it …
Caravaggio’s Mean Streets of Rome The artist Caravaggio (1571-1610) combined a realistic observation of the human state, both physical and emotional, with a dramatic use of lighting, forever influencing the world of art and the city of Rome. Here’s a walking tour of his most important works. Crazy for Caravaggio? From Santa Maria del Popolo to the Vatican Museums, here …
The Italians are a fascinating people; we talk to a new author who talks about the current challenges they face and their unique attributes. Italian artistic restoration heads into the modern age with crowdfunding! Move buff? Cinecitta is offering new tours. Writer? Find out about six writing retreats and workshops in Italy. (8 pages)
