Italy

Gorgeous countryside, cities with an ancient lineage, incredible art and architecture, and fabulous food and wine, all make Italy one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations. With plenty of fun activities for family holidays, and sun-soaked Tuscan villas, coastal beaches, and relaxing spas for luxury escapes, Italy is a great option for any kind of holiday. Where to Go in Italy Cities Italy is home to some truly incredible cities—Rome, Milan, Florence, Venice—each of which is a fantastic holiday destination. Rome is unique for its integration of historic sites such as the Parthenon and the Colosseum into the city's design and way of...

If you are in Rome, then you should definitely stop in at St Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. This is not just only the largest Christian church, but also the seat of the pope. No church comes close to this all magnificent building, which also houses some amazing artwork collected over the centuries. The papal enclave is within the city of Rome, Italy. If you feel like a bite of relaxation, take a guided tour of the Vatican Gardens. These gardens have been a place where popes have come to meditate since 1279. The tour today is very different from the...

Pisa, the province of Tuscany has more to offer than you can imagine. From the very famous Piazza dei Miracoli, wine routes that will get you acquainted with the beauty of the region, and plenty other crowd-pullers, a visit to Italy must include this popular tourist destination. Tower of Pisa The Tower of Pisa in Italy, also known as the Leaning Tower of Pisa is one of the most visited sites in Europe. Construction of the tower began in 1173 and due to war interruptions, it was only fully completed 800 years later. This majestic architectural mystery can be found in the...

Ciao, Roma! With the status of a global city and having been ranked 14th most visited city in the world in 2014 with an average of 8.6 million tourists, it is difficult to not want to visit this masterpiece of a city. From the breath-taking beauty of its architectural monuments, to majestic archaeological finds and artistic wonders, Rome is a piece of Italian magic waiting to be explored. If Rome wasn’t built in a day, then neither should the time spent there be as short. It is recommended that if one is on a limited time budget about five...

Florence, the highlight of Tuscany and the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance. Famous for its beautiful architecture with terracotta tiled floors and roofs, UNESCO has recognised the historic city centre of Florence or Firenze as a World Heritage Site. It is this same site that was, in 2013, ranked the 40th most visited place in the world out of 100 cities. Florence is situated in a basin-like valley, surrounded by various hills; one of the four notable rivers that run through the city is the Arno River. The wine from this part of the Tuscan region in particular is known the...