The Venice Biennale
May 08, 2009Venice is known for – among other things - its gorgeous Byzantine mosaics, jaw-dropping Tintorettos, and hand-blown glass masterpieces. But the city also hosts a significant contemporary art exhibition every two years, the Venice Biennale. The event is always held in the…
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Italy Bridges: picks in northern Italy
May 04, 2009Architects and engineers appreciate that a bridge is more than just a way to cross a gap, but how many of us would include bridges on our list of Things To See in Italy? These bridges are fun to visit, will give…
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The Italian Cheese Cart
May 01, 2009It's easy to go to Italy and completely miss experiencing The Cheese Cart: traveling on a budget often means pizza for dinner; and at a ristorante, after the bread basket, antipasto, primo, secondo and dolce, when the waiter rolls around with…
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Milan hidden gems: 15 recommendations
April 28, 2009When I lived in Milan, I could always count on my friend Maria to know where the local hotspots were. Maria has now lived in Milan for 15 years, and is always knows the best places to hang out, eat,…
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What to do in Lucca Tuscany
April 14, 2009Take my recommendations for what to do in Lucca Tuscany and you’ll have a wonderful visit! This walled Tuscan town has excellent food, magnificent views, beautiful art, and medieval walls you can cycle on. It’s a satisfying combination as a tourist: eat a…
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How to open an Italian Bank Account
April 14, 2009This is Part II of my experience navigating the bureaucracy in Italy after relocating to Milan on a corporate expat assignment, and below I describe how I opened an Italian bank account, got an Italian ID card, and got La Residenza,…
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Top 15 Ways to Experience Family Friendly Italy
April 09, 2009Traveling with kids can be a challenge or it can be a delight. Read on, for suggestions and recommendations on how to show your kids family friendly Italy and make it a delight. Expect to move more slowly, not accomplish…
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What to do in San Marino
April 06, 2009San Marino is a picturesque destination a couple hours south of Venice, and a great addition to any Italy itinerary. Read below for our advice on what to do in San Marino! Entirely surrounded by the country of Italy, San…
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SCUBA Diving in Italy: Elba
April 02, 2009The island of Elba, famous for Napoleon's 10-month exile, is the largest island of the Tuscan archipelago. It's probably also the easiest to navigate as a tourist, with lots of shops, restaurants, hotels, sandy beaches, and of course: great SCUBA diving. Diving…
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