20 things that will surprise first time visitors to Italy
It's all about the sweet life there, from the food to the fashion, the villas to the vineyards, the piazzas to the Piaggios. Right? Well, not always…
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The best place in Italy to travel Italian-style
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Ten reasons to visit south Italy
Ten reasons why Italy's deep south is the country's best kept secret.
Why is finding a truly great carbonara so hard?
For a true Roman carbonara, you're allowed four ingredients. And they do not include cream or garlic.
The poor man's Italy: Previously ignored, increasingly admired
It's like some enchanted land that, as with the castle and countryside that surrounded Sleeping Beauty, is slowly waking up after slumbering for a thousand years.
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Best places to stay in Sardinia (besides the big resorts)
If you're looking for a not-so-large resort with a great pool and all the trimmings this is a good bet.
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On every person's bucket list, Italy is a star-studded destination. From the Dolomites in the north, to its volcano dominated south, historic Rome in the centre, the coastal splendour of the Cinque Terra or Tuscany's arts capital of Florence - it could take a lot of time to tick all the sights off in one trip, especially since eating could take a large chunk of time out of your visit.
