Italy

Picture wandering through corridors that once shimmered with gold, where one of history’s most infamous emperors threw wild parties under towering vaulted ceilings.

Sicily served as the center of the universe to the ancient world.

Laghi – that’s lakes in Italian – have been drawing tourists since the heyday of the Roman Empire. They still are.

Florence is one of Italy’s most popular tourist destinations, but just outside of the famous city are many attractive spots that can be reached by a short trip.

Romantic towns, dramatic scenery and a laid-back Mediterranean lifestyle makes the Cinque Terre an enchanting destination.

Rugged coastlines, sleepy hill towns, and a slower pace of life make this one of Italy’s most overlooked regions.

Ornate churches, sun-washed piazzas, and intricately carved stone facades define one of southern Europe’s most captivating historic cities.

While many travelers hurry along a famous stretch of coastline, choosing to linger here offers a quieter, more rewarding experience.

Set along the Adriatic coast, this historic port city blends centuries of maritime history with a lively Mediterranean atmosphere.

Somewhere up in the northern stretches of the Venetian Lagoon, there’s a little island where every house seems to compete for your attention with a different color.

Small isn’t necessarily bad.

With a history that stretches back to the Bronze Age, this is one of the oldest continuously inhabited places on Earth.

The capital city of Italy’s Tuscany region, Florence is internationally esteemed for its high concentration of Renaissance art and architecture.

When you think of Italy, it is probably not its wealth of national parks that immediately spring to mind.

Fittingly nicknamed “Little Vienna by the Sea,” this elegant port city boasts a unique blend of cultures, cuisines, and architectural styles.