Italy

Venice is regarded as one of the most romantic cities in the world. If you visit, it’s not hard to see why.   It’s a city of canals lined waterside basilicas and bell towers, fine mansions and palaces, and one of the most beautiful squares in the world. It’s the perfect place for a Valentine’s weekend,…

Milan, Italy’s second-largest city, is a fabulous destination. It has a fascinating history, numerous attractions – including the largest cathedral in Italy – and a world-renowned fashion scene. It’s a place that has something for everyone, be that exploring the city centre sights, visiting some of its top museums, partaking in some retail therapy, or…

Bologna is one city you should definitely put on your list of Italian destinations. With its distinctive red roofs, elegant porticoes, and two leaning towers, not to mention an unrivalled foodie experience (which is really saying something in a country renowned for its superb cuisine), Bologna is a city that never fails to impress.   This…

One of the most romantic cities in the world, Venice never seems to age. Riding high on the list of Italian tourist destinations, the city is packed full of architectural, artistic, culinary, and cultural delights. It’s a city of canals, so is famous for its bridges and gondolas, waterside basilicas and bell towers, fine mansions…

A trip to Lake Como, one of the Italian Lakes, is fabulous. There’s lakes, mountains, and beautiful towns and villages to explore.  One of the best places to visit is Varenna, a small picturesque town on the eastern shore of Lake Como. If you’re looking for a couple of days away in a picture postcard…

By Emma Marshall The Oxford Dictionary defines “enchanting” as “delightfully charming or attractive”.  Well, Verona is all of these. It’s a small, pretty, medieval city, with cobbled streets that lead you to its handful of must-see attractions. And it’s hard not to come away from 2 days in Verona or a weekend here without finding something to…