Planning to explore Rimini? Here’s all the top tips from where to dine, where to stay and what to see and do! WHAT TO SEE AND DO ➤ THE BEACH Rimini’s prime attraction is its nine miles of sand. In the summer you’ll wander agog past endless rows of colourful sun umbrellas, uninhibited sun-bathers, and […]
Elsewhere in April issue, Freya Middleton tells us of the joys of an Italian wedding. Here are four companies who can make the dream come true for you too… Package Wedding in Italy wants to simplify the wedding planning process, offering couples wishing to get married in Italy exclusive wedding packages, at prices affordable for any […]
Jennifer Mozzi, Escondido, California “I took this photograph in September from the Castello Malaspina-Dal Verme in Bobbio (PC). My grandfather immigrated from Bobbio in the early 1900s and it was my dream to visit his hometown and meet my relatives. I had an amazing time!”
Lorraine & Sid Hope, Pinner “This photo was taken in June 2014 in Taormina old town, Sicily. My husband and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary and had never been to Sicily. We thought this photo taken whilst sitting in a restaurant captured the essence of a beautiful moment in a beautiful setting.”
Follow Marina Spironetti as she discovers the western area of the Bay of Naples, retracing her ancestoral Roman footsteps –with history, legends and the volcano’s own curiosity shop… As soon as I step into my room at the Hotel Parker’s, in Naples’ stylish Vomero district, I head towards the window. I quickly open the blinds […]
Tagliolini con Parmigiano, prezzemolo e panna This delicately flavoured pasta dish is simplicity itself. If you serve it on its own, it will make a filling starter. With salad and some Italian bread, it becomes a complete meal. Use good-quality fresh pasta to cut down on time, because it cooks very quickly, although you can […]
Stuart Haines shares the story of two brothers who returned to their native Abruzzo in order to reclaim their ancestral life, farming garlic & olives… The cost of milling a hundred kilos of olives goes up every year; every year a euro or two more!” Luca is explaining the realities of trying to make a […]
The Isola Bella is a triumphant combination of man-made and natural beauty, thanks to the wealthy Borromeo family… Acquired by Carlo III Borromeo in 1630, this stunning island was originally called isola inferiore. Finding that name somewhat unfitting to its serene beauty – and no doubt wanting to make an indelible mark on the region […]
We are delighted to let you know that the new issue of Italia! is on sale now. In our April issue 125, Fleur Kinson spends 48 hours in beautiful Capri. Discovering the island’s best-kept secrets: Fleur explores Capri’s wonderful walking routes with stunning natural beauty in every direction. At the other end of the walking […]
Roman Generals, exploding carts and wayward donkeys are all on the agenda for those who choose to travel to Italy this March. Intrigued? Then step this way to find out more… Tosca 1-12 March Rome If you’re looking for a true taste of Italian culture, you can’t get much better than a performance of Puccini’s […]