Lace up those running shoes, get that last swig of water and be sure to get a good stretch in; the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure is on again. The Italian branch of the organization hosts a series of events and workshops promoting good health and exercise leading up to a big race in efforts to raise money ...
Enjoying a gondola ride through the Venice canals is quite the experience, but have you ever wanted to commandeer one yourself? Treat yourself with a rowing lesson with Row Venice called vogata di sera. During the lesson you can learn the Venetian style of rowing — standing up and facing forward. Dream of Italy is a membership website and award-winning ...
You've heard about the world's largest Christmas tree lighting in Umbria and now there is the world's largest presepe in the town of Manarola, one of the five towns in the Cinque Terre. The project was realized by Mario Andreoli, a retired railway worker who has dedicated over 30 years to the installation and in 2007 it was added to the ...
Novoli, a small town near Lecce, honors the town's patron, Sant'Antonio Abate, on the eve of his feast day January 17. The origin of the fire ritual is said to date back at least 1,000 years and is credited to monks from the east who settled in Novoli. The fòcara is a bonfire constructed of olive branches and grape vines ...
Located in the southern portion of Umbria, the town of Terni, whose cathedral St. Valentine rests in, hosts a monthlong festival of events related to the patron saint of love. Events include special masses, art exhibitions, concerts, poetry readings, sporting events, and fireworks. The St Valentine Marathon will be held on February 18 (http://www.maratonadisanvalentino.it/). Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel ...
Located in an ancient port city on the east coast of Sicily, this is an all-night religious celebration of the patron saint of the city. A procession of candle bearers parade through the city with horse-drawn carriages. Street theater, fireworks, sweets, and clouds of incense evoke the pagan origins of this festival. Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel Publication. ...
From balsamic vinegar to salumi to cheese, merchants of all kinds of Italian food and beverage products gather at Taste to give visitors a comprehensive sampling of Italy.
For the chocolate lover in all of us...For nine days Perugia, the capital of the region of Umbria, transforms itself for the occasion in a huge open-air chocolate store. Enjoy chocolate everything -- even pasta -- in a fair set up in the streets of the city center. This event is free. Dream of Italy is a membership website and award-winning travel ...
What a place to run a marathon! This 26-mile run begins and ends at the Colosseum. You can stand along the race route to cheer on the competitors or even do some running yourself. A 4K Fun Run starts at the Colosseum right after the marathon racers take off. Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel Publication. Get Insider Help ...
Easter in Palermo is a vibrant and colorful celebration, with reenactments of religious events, a procession of a statue of Christ on Good Friday, and a recreation of the Last Supper on Easter Sunday. Access 160 Issues of Our Award-Winning Travel Publication. Get Insider Help Planning Your Trip to Italy.
