Articles Tagged with Italy

Tips + Trends

6 Spectacular Resorts in Europe Worth Saving Your Marriott Bonvoy Points For

Traveling encourages leaving your familiar routine behind and diving headfirst into your new surroundings. While a hotel might be the right choice when you’re off to explore a city with plenty of sights, a resort…
Tips + Trends

A Magical Guide to Traditional and Alternative Festive Experiences in Europe

The festive period is cherished for so many different reasons. Some people delight in the traditional food and drink, like mulled wine and stollen fruit bread, that are savored at this time of year. Others…
Weekend Getaways

From Urban Oases to Seaside Retreats: 9 Hotels for a Weekend Getaway in Europe

For many travelers, an ideal weekend getaway includes a mix of activities and relaxation. Some are drawn to cultural or adventure outings; for others, the perfect mini-break is lounging poolside with a good book. The…
Outdoors

10 Wonderful Natural Swimming Spots Across Europe, the Middle East and Africa

Whether it’s in a pristine lake, a languid river or a wadi nestled in the desert, wild swimming is a fantastic way to experience a destination. It can be good for your well-being, too, particularly…
Eat + Drink

Enjoying Aperitivo Hour in Rome’s Most Stunning Settings

Come aperitivo time, watering holes in Rome come alive, as locals and guests gather to sip expertly mixed cocktails and savory bites prepared with true Italian flair. And there’s no better place to enjoy these…
Venice

11 Restaurants to Experience the Riches of Venetian Cuisine

The cuisine of Venice, Italy, is a crossroads of flavors, a melting pot of culinary traditions that reflect the city’s thousand-year history as a major maritime center. Galleons would arrive laden with exotic ingredients —…
Hotel Pools

19 Hotel Pools with the Most Incredible Views

The perfect pool can elevate an already exceptional property. Location, landscaping and, most importantly, unparalleled views create some of the world’s most magnificent poolside experiences.   From the U.S. to France to South Africa, these are…
Tips + Trends

Blazing Colors and Seasonal Flavors: How to Experience the Best of Europe in Autumn

Autumn is a glorious time to explore Europe — a time to delve deeper into historical treasures, savor the season on gourmet adventures, party like a local at festivals and events, and enjoy hiking, cycling…
Tips + Trends

How to Celebrate Europe’s Festive Traditions from Christmas to NYE and Beyond

Europe’s holiday season is a wonderful time to travel and enjoy new-to-you Yuletide and New Year’s Eve traditions, not to mention festive food and drink. From the snowy landscapes of Scandinavia to the shores of…
Health + Fitness

The World’s Blue Zones Beckon with Culture, Serenity and Secrets to a Longer Life

With wellness tourism showing no signs of slowing down, travelers continue to find new ways to focus on their physical, mental and emotional well-being when they’re on vacation. The latest trend? It’s travel to Blue…