Italy Travel Notes

By Ian Botham If you are interested in going on a golf holiday, then one locale you should definitely consider is Italy. There is really no place in the world like Italy, with the beautiful waterfront landscapes and lush greens. It definitely offers a world all its own and is a fabulous place for any [...]

By John Metcalfe History, wine, serene beauty, dramatic people and stunning views – an Italy cruise has it all! You can visit the main sites of Italy on a European cruise or a Mediterranean cruise, but to really experience Italy – to really taste it – you need to immerse yourself in everything that Italy [...]

John Metcalfe History, wine, serene beauty, dramatic people and stunning views – an Italy cruise has it all! You can visit the main sites of Italy on a European cruise or a Mediterranean cruise, but to really experience Italy – to really taste it – you need to immerse yourself in everything that Italy has [...]

By Leonard Balston The summer is here and vacation season is upon us. Where will you be going for vacation this year? You have done the amusement park trip. You have even seen most of the classic vacation sites such as the Grand Canyon and countless number of beaches. Do yourself a favor and consider [...]

Keith Barrett One of the best things about going on holiday to Italy as a family is that this is such a child-friendly country. Italians tend to have very strong family values and love to welcome other families to their country. If you happen to be in any Italian town, city or even a large [...]

By Adel Awwad When most people think of Italy, they think of the food, the art museums, or the ancient Roman culture. What most people don’t know about Italy is that it can be a great destination for people who want to include some gambling on their vacation. Although Italy doesn’t have many casinos, the [...]

By Keith Barrett For those wanting to experience Italy without the crowds and the sometimes unbearable summer heat, a tour of the north has plenty that appeals. Let’s take a look at some must-see highlights. The rise of budget airlines has meant that it has never been easier to find a cheap flight to northern [...]

By Keith Barrett Lake Garda, the inland lake in north-east Italy, boasts more than 45 kilometres of beaches among its many attractions. It should come as no surprise that this is a region that tourists are increasingly flocking to reach. On a warm June day here, tourists sit and admire the spectacular Alpine scenery reflecting [...]

By Keith Barret Italy is home to some of the most wonderful food and restaurants on the planet. Here, we take a look at how to avoid being daunted by the complexities of a traditional Italian menu. One of my favourite parts of Italy is the area to the north of venice and Verona. The [...]

By Rachel Deutsch This year’s winter Olympic Games are taking place in Turin; whether you intend to watch the games or not, Italy is a great skiing destination. The Italian Alps are home to many great and famous ski resorts such as Cortina d’Ampezzo and Courmayeur (Remember “The Pink Panther” with Peter Sellers? That’s where [...]