The Back Streets of Verona
Thanks to Mr. Shakespeare the world associates the city of Verona with star-crossed lovers and two famous gentlemen. There’s also the annual opera festival held mid-June through early September, which...
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Portovenere – One of my Favourite Places in Italy
Portovenere is on the Ligurian Coast between La Spezia and the Cinque Terre. It sits very prettily at the base of the steep slopes of Muzzerone, a rocky mountain covered with olive and pine trees. The...
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Discover the “Other” Venice
The majority of tourists pouring into Venice make plans to see the main sights: Saint Mark’s square, the Doge’s Palace, the Rialto Bridge, the Grand Canal. Admittedly, these should not be missed. They...
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Christmas in Venice
A marvelous transformation happens in Venice in the month of December when the tourist population declines to half of the normal August droves. Suddenly you’re able to stroll deserted quays and empty...
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Walk down any given street in the historical center of Rome and you’ll experience a unique sort of time travel as you pass by visible remnants from every era: Ancient Rome, the Middle Ages, the...
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Verona – A Perfect Mix of Old and New
Verona is a beautiful city in the Veneto region in the north of Italy. It is easily reachable by train from Milan, Bologna and Venice and the historical centre is a pleasant ten-minute walk from the...
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Italy’s Best Passeggiata on a Medieval Wall
Whether you are sightseeing, out for exercise or enjoying some form of recreation, Lucca’s 2 1/2 mile (4 km) medieval wall walk is an experience that shouldn’t be missed. Located just 50 miles...
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Turin: Italy’s Best Kept Secret
I first laid eyes on Turin twenty years ago. It was grimy; all the buildings were blackened; cars parked haphazardly in all the large squares. It was truly an industrial city that nobody wanted to...
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Discovering Delightful Arezzo in Tuscany
Arezzo is a delightful Tuscan town that doesn’t attract as many visitors as it deserves. This is great for those who do drop in because they get to enjoy this gorgeous town without the crowds. Piazza...
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Varenna – A Mesmerizing Village on Lake Como
Perched high above Lake Como is the quiet and atmospheric small town of Varenna. Because of its beauty, tranquility and train accessibility, I made this lakeside village my travel destination in...
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Introducing Il Regalo Baglioni and your chance to win a prize!
In our recent post about Italian-themed Christmas gift ideas, Italian Talks introduced the concept of the brand new Italian lifestyle gift Il Regalo Baglioni in our Concierge Tip: Allow us explain a...
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The Story of the San Lorenzo Complex in Florence
The Medici family acquired enormous power and wealth as bankers and financiers influencing the legacy of Florence and Tuscany for centuries. From Cosimo the Elder in the 15th century to the last Medici...
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WIN an unforgettable day of Italian luxury @Baglioni_Hotels
Exclusive Twitter contest for Italian Talks readers to win a FREE night’s luxury stay! Do you dream of staying in a luxury hotel with an authentically Italian idea of hospitality? Italian Talks, in...
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What Makes Venice so Special
I am very fortunate right now to be living next to Bath, a World Heritage city situated in the southwest portion of the UK. Bath is part of a select group of cities around the world that Unesco has...
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Explore the Antique Market in Arezzo
On the first Sunday and the preceding Saturday of each month Arezzo holds an amazing antique market. The tradition began in 1968 and it has grown to be one of the biggest antique markets in Italy, with...
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Impressions of Venice
Venice continues to enchant visitors from across the globe with its unique geography, fascinating history, elegant facades and palaces – and of course, the iconic Grand Canal. I returned to this...
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San Galgano, an abbey under a roof of stars
We’re crossing the Val di Merse in the early warmth of a new summer that adds a touch of magic to tranquil fields where red poppies and golden sheaves add splashes of colour. A mystical silence reigns...
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My Unforgettable Day in Rome
To celebrate the new Baglioni Hotels “Unforgettable Day“ advertising campaign, we have invited Marilyn to share with us her own unforgettable day-long experience in Rome. My visit to Rome this year was...
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Orvieto’s Hidden Wine Library
Underneath the former medieval Convent di San Giovanni in Orvieto lies the regional wine library of Umbria, in the Province of Terni. This was a wonderful discovery that happened while I was with a...
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Our Sicilian Summer – Culture and Conquest
Our Sicilian Road trip had begun! With our car windows down the warm evening air whistled past us. Hubby was focused on navigating the zippy car rental whilst I google-mapped him to the B&B at our...
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