Archives by Tag 'Italy'

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, [...]

Foods of the World

One of the best parts of going away travelling is definitely the food and drink you get to experience, and if you just can’t decide where you’d like to go on holiday, a read of the mouth-watering experiences on offer in this post will certainly make these destinations sound all the more appetizing! First off [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Five star hotels in Rome

In Rome the truly ancient collides with the contemporary at almost every turn. The modern city is weaved though the relics of empire to the complement of both. A holiday in Rome provides the traveller and tourist with an unforgettable experience – not to mention plenty of photo opportunities! Rome’s hotels and history Check into [...]

Getting around Rome

With breath-taking architecture, statues that melt your heart and streets that are like a living art gallery walking around Rome is a pleasure. By booking one of the cheap hotels in Rome you will never be far from the tourist attractions. This Italian gem has museums, galleries and restaurants by the truck load and whether [...]

Where to stay in Rome

With an interwoven network of streets, alleyways and neighbourhoods, it can be a challenge deciding where is the best place area to stay during a weekend in Rome. However the city really isn’t that hard to figure out with a good map and some guidance. It is all mostly within walking distance and each little [...]