Trieste is one of the best locations in Italy for coffee lovers. The history of Trieste is deeply tied to global coffee production and has served as a gateway for coffee into Italy since the 18th Century.
Culture
You may have traveled to the Campania region to experience the archeological wonders of Pompeii, or the serene beaches of the…
You’ve taken time to learn Italian phrases, maybe even read our article on Italian phrases for travellers.
Italian coffee culture is famous throughout the world.
Picture this, you have just arrived in the city center after taking the train into Rome from Fiumicino. While you are excited you need a jolt after your long journey.
Pompeii is, without a doubt, one of the great historical & archaeological sites the world has to offer. Being famous in the travel world means being popular — Pompeii is an extremely busy place to visit with more than 2.5 million people visiting each year.
The history of Sicily could be said to be the history of wine. The tradition of Sicilian wine goes back millennia as we have evidence that grapes have been grown in the Aeolian Islands as early as 1500 BC.
Eating out in Rome can romantic, special, and one of the best meals of your life. It might sometimes also be a bit bewildering. With a vast array of dishes and traditions, sometimes it’s hard to know what to request to get some of the best of Roman cuisine.
Carnival in Italy has typically been a time of decadence, a storm before the calm if you will. The time of Lent was traditionally a time for Catholics to abstain from meat, eggs, milk and dairy for 40 days.
There’s a good chance that you’re familiar with the Italian word gelato. You’ve probably even tasted it. What is gelato though? What makes gelato different from ice cream and other frozen treats you enjoy at home?