Archive for 'Italy' Category
Famous Museum Destinations
Some people want more from a holiday than a chaste opportunity to luxuriate on the beach or by the pool; they want to learn and immerse themselves in arts and culture. Fortunately, the world’s best holiday destinations also host some of the most famous museums for holiday-goers to indulge in. They hold the most sought-after [...]
Where to visit in Italy
Whether it’s the food, the weather, the skiing or the cultural history you’re after, Italy has all the ingredients for a memorable family holiday. This country has a variety of terrains, from skiing in the Alps in the north to the warm coastlines of the south, and the country’s two biggest cities, Rome and Milan, [...]
Venice – The City of Love
Venice is a beautiful city located in northeast Italy that is famous for its intricate transport system of interconnected canals. A perfect setting for a magical Valentines break. It has been described as the most beautiful city built by man and one of Europe’s most romantic cities. Venice is also known for its art, architecture [...]
Top river cruises
A river cruise is possibly one of the most romantic ways to see a holiday destination. Gone are the days of rickety, draughty ships with basic amenities and no heating. Today’s cruise ships just ooze luxury. From onboard pools to restaurants and casinos when you are not admiring the breathtaking scenery you can immerse yourself [...]
Leaning Tower of Pisa
Although designed to be perfectly vertical, during the construction period, the Tower of Pisa developed its most significant feature, its lean angle and it has now become one of the most recognisable landmarks in the world. Field of miracles The Tower stands 60 meters high and is one of four buildings which make up the [...]
Ponte Vecchio Florence
Exploring the medieval wonder, that is the Ponte Vecchio, will open your eyes to some of Italy’s history during a weekend Florence. The bridge lies across the Arno River and is noted for its strip of shops. Custom-made jewellery Although in the 13th century the stores were limited to butchers and fishmongers, today it is [...]
St Mark’s Square in Venice
Within Venice, the wonderful city built on water, lies the mystical Piazza San Marco- otherwise known as St Mark’s Square. Since the last millennium the square has grown a reputation for encapsulating religious and social beliefs of the republic. When you board that flight to Venice you are on the way to discovering some of [...]
Things to do in Rome
A flight to Rome is a perfect choice if history, culture and shopping are what you are looking for. With over 10,000 years embedded in rich history, a weekend in Italy’s capital will satiate the curious minds of many the world over. History & architecture Nicknamed ‘The Eternal City’, Rome’s architectural centre is saturated with [...]
The islands of Venice
With an archipelago of 117 small islands dotted along its marshy saltwater lagoon on the Adriatic sea, a holiday in Venice will leave you with one dilemma – where to begin? Transfers in Venice are easy to arrange, with water taxis or water buses just seven minutes walk from the terminals. Lido di Venezia After [...]
Verona Opera Festival
Catch a flight to Verona for the Verona Opera Festival 2011, 17 June – 3 September, and experience opera in a truly unique way. To holiday in Verona is to visit one of the most culturally important cities in Italy. Leonardo Da Vinci lived here for a time and it the city where Shakespeare’s Romeo [...]
