Italy, Italy

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Italy

Art-filled cities, regional kitchens and a coastline made for lingering.

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Why go

A closer look at Italy

Italy is best treated as a collection of distinct regions rather than a checklist. Choose one or two, learn their rhythms and let the table lead the way.

Best time

April to June and September to October for comfortable days and lively towns.

Ideal for

Food, art, romantic escapes

Do not miss

Three ways to feel the place

  1. 01

    Explore Rome before breakfast

  2. 02

    Walk between Ligurian villages

  3. 03

    Take the slow roads through Puglia

Travel well

Before you go

  • ✓ Validate regional train tickets
  • ✓ Dress respectfully for churches
  • ✓ Order local rather than familiar dishes

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