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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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Historic Roman Gardens Reopen (April 2018)

This article originally appeared in the April 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. The Farnese Gardens, on Palatine Hill in Rome, reopened to the public after a 30-year closure and a five-year restoration. The gardens, built in 1550 by Cardinal Alessandro Farnese for the prestigious Farnese family, will be open to the public through October 28 as part of a tour …

You Now Need to Pay to Enter Rome’s Pantheon

This article originally appeared in the April 2018 issue of Dream of Italy. As of April 2019, no entrance fee has been established at the Pantheon and it is still free to enter. There is a fee for guided tours which are available at the welcome desk by the entrance. Rome’s Pantheon, which was free to enter, has started charging a 2€ entry …

One Day Chef in Rome (June/July 2017)

This article originally appeared in the June/July 2017 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. Located in the San Giovanni in Laterano area of Rome, One Day Chef is a casual cooking experience for those looking for something more relaxed than touring the Eternal City’s ancient sites. The storefront setting is warm and friendly with traditional brickwork, comments from happy and sated …

New Hotel in Rome: Hotel Degli Artisti (April 2017)

This article appeared in the April 2017 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. The new 4-star property Hotel Degli Artisti sets a high bar for service and style in the Eternal City. The location is top notch, very close to major sites, shops and restaurants. It takes just eight minutes to walk to the Spanish Steps and about 20 minutes …

What’s Newly Renovated and Restored in Rome (February 2017)

This article appears in the February 2017 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. Circus Maximus In November, Circus Maximus, an ancient Roman gathering space and chariot racing venue located between Palatine Hill and Aventine Hill, reopened a newly excavated and renovated section to the public after a seven-year closure. Circo Massimo, which once had a capacity of 150,000 was the …

Italy’s Spooky Folklore Figures

This article appeared in the October 2016 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. On October 31st, lots of Americans festoon front yards with witches, ghosts, beasts and other frightening figures in celebration of Halloween. Most people who do this have long forgotten the roots of and connections to these scary creations back in the countries we came from. Not so …

Where to Stay the Night Before Your Flight Home

This article appeared in the September 2016 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. The night before the plane trip home from Italy is often a downer. Almost all flights from Italy to the U.S. leave early in the morning or around noon, which often means a stay in an undistinguished airport hotel and a mediocre dinner in a touristy restaurant. …

Rambling Through Roman Palazzi

This article originally appeared in the June/July 2016 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. All roads lead to Rome. And if you’re a tourist, most of those roads take you to the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s. Those iconic spots are, of course, where the first-time visitor should go. But if you’ve checked those off your bucket …

Great Places in Italy to Stay With Kids

This article originally appeared in the May 2016 issue of Dream of Italy. Updated 2018. Italy is one of the easiest places in the world to travel with kids. Families feel welcome as Italians love children. There are many accommodation options that are wonderful with kids; a favorite is agriturismos, or working farms, with self-catering apartments and villas in a resort setting, usually with swimming …

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