Italy
Italy, a captivating Mediterranean nation, enthrals visitors with its rich history, enchanting landscapes, and cultural treasures. From the grandeur of Rome’s ancient ruins to the serene beauty of the Amalfi Coast, Italy offers a feast for the senses. Indulge in delectable cuisine, vibrant festivals, and timeless art, all in this enchanting destination.
In Italy, I have already visited the following cities: Bergamo, Bologna, Brixen, Como (Lake Como), Firenze | Florence, Genoa | Genova, Imola, Luino, Meran | Merano, Milan | Milano, Montaione, Naples | Napoli, Palermo (Sicily), Pisa, Pompeii | Pompei, Portofino, Rapallo, Riccione, Rimini, Rome | Roma, San Bartolomeo al Mare, Trieste, Turin, Venice | Venezia, Verona, Voghera
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On Top of the Civic Tower Campanone Bergamo
The Top of the Civic Tower Campanone Bergamo is the Highest point in the Lombardian City. Reaching a height of 52 meters in the already higher situated Citta Alta, the upper town, you have an amazing round view from the top of the Civic Tower Campanone Bergamo. As the entrance is free with the Bergamo…
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Bar Flora Di Mariani Paola in Bergamo
During the Winter Off-Season, it can be quite tough to find a Restaurant in Bergamo that offers Dishes you like and has reasonable Prices. Luckily I found both my chances at Bar Flora Di Mariani Paola in Bergamo. This Bar is located at Piazza Vecchia, right next to the Civic Tower Campanone, one of the…
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Mercedes me Store Milan inside Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Back in May 2015, the first Mercedes Me Store in Milan opened its Doors, inside the famous Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II right next to the famous Duomo di Milano. Right next to luxury labels such as Prada, Gucci, and Co., there is now a very special car dealership. Going casually Shopping, visiting a Mercedes Me…
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Exploring Bergamo with the Bergamo Card
Exploring Bergamo with the Bergamo Card is the easiest way to discover Lombardi City in northern Italy. May it either be a Trip for just 1 Day or longer, the Bergamo Card is available for either 24 hours or 48 hours. Within this time, after the first usage, you are absolutely free to explore Bergamo…
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Stracciatella Gelato by La Marianna Bergamo & authentic Recipe
Did you know that La Marianna Bergamo is the inventor of the Stracciatella Gelato? Ice Cream was invented and produced for the first time by Enrico Panattoni in 1961, the owner of the Cafe. Stracciatella Gelato is creamy white with irregular pieces of dark chocolate. Isn’t it interesting that this ice cream sort was invented…
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Frecciargento Train to Milan, from Zurich – Trip Report
Taking a Frecciargento High-Speed Train to Milan, from Zurich, was a very good decision. Actually, I planned to take a long-distance bus to Milan, but it turned out the Train Ticket I bought via SBB, the Swiss Federal Railways, was even cheaper than the Bus Ticket. 21 CHF for the Train from Zurich to Milan,…
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Maio Restaurant at la Rinascente Milano (with a View on Duomo)
The Pizza with the best View on Duomo di Milano can be enjoyed at Maio Restaurant at la Rinascente.
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Where to buy your Duomo di Milano Tickets
For a visit to the Duomo di Milano in Milan, you need to plan some extra time. Time to queue to buy your Ticket, time to queue to go up, enough time to enjoy the 5th-largest church in the world and time to visit Museo del Duomo di Milano. With some easy yet simple Tricks, you…
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Pizza Margherita by Rossopomodoro at EXPO 2015 in Milan
I already told you, I had the very best Pizza of my entire life at Rossopomodoro during the EXPO 2015 in Milan. Pizza Margherita is my absolute favorite Pizza. Pizza dough that rested for 24 hours, fresh canned Pomodoro (Tomatoes), the best mozzarella and sprinkles of the tastiest Italian Olive Oil. That’s it. Easy, cheap…
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Travel Diary: 1 hour in Rapallo, Liguria
Unfairly towards Rapallo, I haven’t spent much time there as I’ve used this smaller seaside town in north-western Italy to board a Boat to Portofino only. Rapallo is situated in Liguria, on the Tigullio Gulf, and is located between Portofino and Chiavari. Usually in towns with harbours most of the time happens close to the…
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Travel Diary: 30 minutes in Genoa
First of all: I’ve missed all the important and well-known sights Genoa has to offer. The iconic Lanterna, a renaissance lighthouse built in 1543, the gardens of Villa Durazzo-Pallavicini, the Royal Palace of Genoa, or the Piazza de Ferrari. But, as I had just about 30 minutes in Genoa, I walked around the old Harbor…
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Hotel Mayola in San Bartolomeo al Mare, Liguria, Italy
Hotel Mayola in San Bartolomeo al Mare is situated on the beach street just a few steps away from the sandy beach. Liguria is a famous region in Italy that is close to the even more famous Cote d’Azure and Flower Riviera. When I visited San Bartolomeo al Mare and Hotel Mayola in September the…
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Marriott Grand Hotel Flora Rome
If you are looking for a Hotel that offers the elegant Dolce Vita Charm, then Marriott Grand Hotel Flora Rome is the right choice for you. Located on top of the noble Via Veneto Shopping Street and close to the Villa Borghese Garden the Hotel in the heart of Rome is an ideal hub for…
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Juice at Universo Vegano Rimini
Universo Vegano is an Italian vegan fast food chain, the first vegan fast food chain. Universo Vegano has currently 19 stores all over Italy, check the locations on their Homepage, and they offer vegan food and drinks only. Unfortunately, there is no full menu online right now, and I haven’t photographed it when I went…
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Villa Borghese Garden in the Heart of Rome
If you ever need some break from the hectic life, just visit the Villa Borghese Garden in the Heart of Rome and you will feel immediate relief. With those sky-high pine trees, sculptures and attractions in between you can balance your body and brain a little bit back. I can either recommend a walk through…
