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May 17th, 2013 - 2:53 am § in Destinations, Hotels Reviews and Deals, Italy travel blogs

Recipe of the week: Home-made vanilla ice cream (Gelato alla vaniglia)

Nothing says summer more than ice cream, and no one makes ice cream like the Italians! This authentic Italian recipe for vanilla ice cream may not be the healthiest, but you can rest assured that with actual vanilla bean pods, full-fat milk and full-fa...[...]

May 15th, 2013 - 2:44 am § in Destinations, Italy travel blogs

Photograph of the week: the Colosseum

The Colosseum in Rome is widely considered to be one of the greatest works of Roman architecture and engineering. This particular shot of the famous landmark was a thirty second exposure, which allowed the clouds to travel and give a sense of movemen...[...]

May 14th, 2013 - 8:04 pm § in Cruises, Italy travel blogs, United States travel blogs

Mystical Mediterranean, from USTravel

Did I mention I’m stuck on all-things-Italy? It’s a weakness. Given time, you, too, will succumb. Here are some special deals from USTravel to get you in the mood! Tuscany & Umbria Biking: Undiscovered Umbria to Cortona, Land of t...[...]

May 12th, 2013 - 4:18 pm § in Destinations, Italy travel blogs, Travel Events

Explore Milan’s canal district and welcome the arrival of Summer at the Festa dei Navigli

While walking around the centre of Milan, it is hard to believe that the city was, in Medieval times, an important port, with a whole network of canals used to transport goods in and out of the city and the surrounding region of Lombardy.  As canals b...[...]

May 11th, 2013 - 5:36 pm § in Destinations, Greece travel blogs, Italy travel blogs, Spain travel blogs

Top 5 destinations for a luxurious villa getaway

If, like us, you judge the perfect place to rest your head by its proximity to sun, sea and sand, then look no further. Here we provide a round-up to our top five destinations for a luxurious villa getaway. These are places that are certain to please e...[...]

May 7th, 2013 - 9:48 am § in Destinations, France travel blogs, Italy travel blogs

Top 5 destinations when chartering a superyacht in the Mediterranean

The West Mediterranean is the place in Europe to charter a superyacht during the Summer months. There are many different destinations to head to from May through to September, each with their own unique appeal and where you can enjoy a life of luxury....[...]

May 2nd, 2013 - 7:53 am § in Destinations, Italy travel blogs

The history of luxury travel – Emilio Pucci

When one hears “resort wear”, it’s doubtful that Olympic skiing or the Italian parliament comes to mind.  Enter Emilio Pucci, the man who single-handedly put bright, graphic prints on the international fashion stage.  With the world having to r...[...]

May 1st, 2013 - 9:11 am § in Australia travel blogs, Destinations, Italy travel blogs, Journals, United States travel blogs

The Radar: Travel Lately

The Radar: The top travel news, stories, trends, and ideas from across the web. Got Radar? Follow us on Twitter @NatGeoTraveler and tag your favorite travel stories with #NGTRadar. Check back on the blog each Wednesday for our Travel Lately roundup.[...]

April 30th, 2013 - 1:11 pm § in Destinations, Italy travel blogs

Meet Christina Clavio, a Private Tour Guide in Florence, Italy

If you’re looking for a local expert (and authentic Italian!) to help make your holiday in Tuscany unforgettable, look no further than Cristina Clavio.

Meet Christina Clavio, a Private Tour Guide in Fl[...]

April 27th, 2013 - 2:57 am § in Destinations, Italy travel blogs

A Venetian giro d’ombra and the top 5 bacari (wine bars)

On any trip to Venice, food lovers must treat themselves to a visit of Venice’s famed Rialto market. Cross the famous bridge, and enter first into the multitude of fresh produce stands, displaying a stunning variety of fresh fruits and vegetables. Ri...[...]