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TANGO IN BUENOS AIRES ARGENTINA
TANGO IN BUENOS AIRES ARGENTINA: 5 REASONS TO TANGO IN BUENOS AIRES, ARGENTINA Tango is an essential part of any Buenos Aires experience. It is commonly held that Tango was born in the brothels of Buenos Aires, Argentina It’s more likely tango started elsewhere but that […]
5 Must See Amalfi Coast
5 Must See Amalfi Coast Highlights The Amalfi Coast stretches for 43 miles around the Bay of Naples. It is on many people’s must-do-list and is renowned for its natural beauty and summertime appeal to jetsetters. Ravello Even though Ravello is a small town along the […]
Things to do in Florence Italy
THINGS TO DO IN FLORENCE ITALY Half Day Florence Itinerary When in Florence, the Duomo is a must-visit things to do on any list. Centrally located, you can easily walk around its perimeter on the way to or from any other. If time is limited, walk […]
Florence Statues worth visiting
Florence: Statues in Piazza della Signoria Florence’s Piazza della Signoria is a must stop for any renaissance aficionado. Most of the statues are of male nudes, and very well proportioned ones at that. In the 15th century Renaissance sculptors studying the classical ideal found that freestanding […]
A History of Italian Chocolate
Thousands of years and numerous cultures have affected the coveted confectionary of chocolate. Italy’s major contribution came around the 1800s out of necessity more than anything; that was the delicious mix of hazelnuts and cocoa. Before Italy discovered the secret of chocolate, the sweet journey began […]
Must-Visit Travel Destinations: The Amalfi Coast
The Amalfi Coast stretches along the southern coastline of the Sorrento Peninsula and is known for its picturesque landscape. The expanse of vivid blue salt water, vertical climbing mountains, and a soft scent of lemon blossoms surround your senses. The region’s beauty has made this area […]
Top Five Things To Do in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Where to start in the bustling, busy, colorful city of Buenos Aires? In no particular order, here are our top five things to see and do in this amazing city. Plaza de Mayo Numerous gatherings and political protests have taken place since the Plaza de Mayo […]
Must-Visit Travel Destinations: Tuscany
Tuscany has long ago earned a reputation for its picturesque, Italian atmosphere full of rolling hillsides of vineyards and charming medieval towns. The region’s geography varies dramatically; coastal cities teeter along the Tyrrhenian Sea, while lush mountains, quaint hill towns and river plains stretch far inland. […]
SAN LORENZO MARKET
In mid April of this year, 2014, the San Lorenzo market opened its newly renovated space. Better than “Eataly,” this is Eat IN Italy. Wine tasting, pasta tasting, cheese tasting, pizza tasting, and mama mia! This experience will make both “foodies” and “give me the food” […]
Must-Visit Travel Destinations: Chinchero Market
Spectacularly sited at an elevation of 12,500 feet, with a breath-taking view of snow-capped mountains, lies Chinchero, one of the most typical towns in the Sacred Valley of the Incas. In that town, bright and early each Sunday morning, the authentic, Chinchero Market spreads out before […]
Must-Visit Travel Destinations: Machu Picchu
It’s one of the top ten must-see destinations in the world, and rightfully so. Passionate travellers from all over the world flock to Machu Picchu, the 15th century Inca site that is full of beautiful, historic structures which provide insight into a culture long gone. Located […]
Medieval Skyscrapers of San Gimignano
Visiting the medieval town of San Gimignano is an unforgettable experience. Not only because of the amazing stonework or the beautiful landscapes, but because of the unforgettable skyline that brings to mind many of today’s more modern cities. Located on a hilltop in Italy’s Tuscany region, […]
