One Woman’s Truly Dolce Vita — Villa d’Este’s Jean Salvadore

Meet Jean Salvadore -- an Italian woman who has lead a most evenful life -- from a volunteer to help American troops in Rome in World War II to international ambassador for one of the world's most exclusive hotels, Villa d'Este on Lake Como.

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Planning an Art Tour of Venice

Heading over to Venice in the near future? We have just the thing. Here we at Dream of Italy provide details on the Venice Choral Pass, Venice Connected Cards, walking tours of Venice's art and artisans and artful hotels in Venice.

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Sleuthing for Art in Venice — Part 2

Just how much art can you see in one vacation in Venice? Our writer plots her art hunt through Venice's churches and museums to its most beguiling treasures. Read on for details on part 2 of her journey.

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Sleuthing for Art in Venice — Part 1

Just how much art can you see in one vacation in Venice? Our writer plots her art hunt through Venice's churches and museums to its most beguiling treasures. This is only Part 1 of her journey.

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From Our New Rome Travel App: Private Rome Shopping Tour

No matter what it is you are looking for -- from antiques to leather -- surely one of Rome's magnificent shops or markets has it. But the Eternal City has so many hidden treasures, where to start?

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From Our Rome Travel App: Rome Children’s Museum

Visiting Rome with kids? We've got details on a fun and educational way for them play: a museum just for children. This interactive kids' haven uses the concept of play to introduce fun and innovative educational lessons.

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From Our New Rome Travel App: One of Rome’s Best Gelaterias

Heading over to Rome? We have just the thing to cool you off from the summer heat. This unique gelateria near the Vatican serves what might be the best pistachio gelato in Rome, using fresh and flavorful pistachios plucked from the area near Sicily's Mount Etna.

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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

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The Monza Travel Details: What To See, Where to Eat and Where to Stay in Monza

Whether you want to take a spin around a race course in a classic Italian car or tour a royal palace, we have all the details for what to do in Monza. We can also recommend a great Monza hotel and where to eat while you are enjoying the charms of Monza.

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Florence Restaurants: Dining on the “Other Side” of Florence

Even if most of the must-see sites in Florence are on the main side of the city, that also translates into crowds of tourists. By just crossing over the muddy waters of the Arno you can turn right or left and soon find yourself wandering down deserted alleyways and into empty piazzas and culinary adventures...

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