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Recycle the South: One Man’s Journey Through Southern Italy
For the past several weeks, I have been following Silvestro Silvestori’s bicycle trip through southern Italy through his series of revealing photos and reports on his Web site. Silvestro who lives in Lecce, Puglia feels passionate about southern Italy – Campania, Calabria, Basilicata, Puglia and Sicily – and wants to bring more attention to all the rich culture and history …
Introducing Restacumme – Your Next Vacation in Cilento
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Cilento: Campania’s Undiscovered Gem
In the December 2008/January 2009 issue of Dream of Italy, writer Duncan Campbell unveils the long history and natural beauty of a little-known part of Campania. Here’s an excerpt: The southern Italian region of Campania is justifiably known for its premier attractions, most notably Pompeii, Capri and the Amalfi Coast. But go a little further south– just 70 miles from …
Vatican Bans Tom Hanks from Filming in Rome
How will Professor Langdon solve this problem? The Vatican has banned the producers and actors of the movie Angels and Demons, now filming in Rome, from entering the Holy See and any churches in Rome. Ron Howard is directing the film version of Dan Brown’s prequel to the popular book and film, The DaVinci Code. You may remember that actor …