Taormina, Sicily’s Most Beautiful Town
May 10, 2009 | Written by Julian Worker
The most famous building in Taormina is the Greek Theatre, which was featured in the Woody Allen film Mighty Aphrodite. The theatre dates from the 2nd Century AD, when the Romans enlarged and transformed the original Greek amphitheatre, to better accommodate circus games and gladitorial contests. The vista northwards towards Messina along the coast included cable cars descending the hillside to the shore, where... [Read more]
Setting Sails with Barcolana in Italy
March 26, 2009 | Written by Noah Nielsen
I just witnessed the 40th Barcolana festival and sailing regatta, and I wish I could have been around for the previous thirty-nine. Barcolana is the largest such regatta in Southern Europe, drawing around two thousand sailboats to Trieste, Italy every year. The actual boat race takes place annually on the second Sunday in October, but the festival is in full swing for the entire weekend, featuring plenty of sailors, spectators,... [Read more]
Erin Go Braugh and Ciao Bella Meet
March 19, 2009 | Written by Stephanie Fairbanks
Have I mentioned the Italian guy? I probably haven’t mentioned the Italian guy. I’ve actually been trying NOT to mention the Italian guy, even to myself. However, there is an Italian guy.
If you want to add the proverbial (and in this case, quite delicious) icing to the Irish cake, picture this: You’re all alone, feeling the happiest you’ve ever felt in your life and you’re aware of that moment as it is... [Read more]
A Happy St. Paddy’s Day Celebration… It’s All about Location!
March 17, 2009 | Written by Stephanie Fairbanks
With my trip to Ireland just around the corner, St. Patrick’s Day brings with it an added touch of nostalgia for all things Irish. And what better place to plant yourself for the National Holiday of Ireland than on the streets of Dublin? Well, if in addition to the Irish obsession, you’ve also got a hankering for all things Italian, New Orleans might be the next best location for a unique St. Paddy’s Day excursion.
While... [Read more]
Road Trip Travel Enters the Space Age, part 4
November 16, 2008 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
I found that nowhere in the world is the wine as fine and varied as in Italy. Towns only 20 kilometers apart produce unique varieties made from the same grapes, appellations they can call all their own. Driving through each will give you the chance to taste this firsthand. My two favorites grew in micro-climates states apart, but the bloodlines these wines share make them family.
We’ve all heard of Tuscany and... [Read more]
A Wedding Abroad
October 26, 2008 | Written by Bianca Jordan
“Destination wedding” has always sounded extravagant to me and I never seriously thought I would have one myself. Yet, here I am, a happily engaged gal, in the midst of planning her wedding in a small Italian mountain town called Roccascalegna. My fiancé Keith and I chose to marry abroad for several reasons: it’s romantic, the setting is beautiful and unique, it’s a wonderful opportunity to integrate ourselves... [Read more]
Road Trip Travel Enters the Space Age, part 3
October 24, 2008 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
I returned last week from my driving adventure and the experience of navigating by man-made stars through Tuscany. Let me tell you, this region is in a league all its own during the harvest season. The seasonal local foods and festivals, the wine, and particularly the weather are superb.
If you’re contemplating doing this but have read about how difficult Italian drivers can be, let me tell you this is just bad... [Read more]
Road Trip Travel Enters the Space Age, part 2
October 3, 2008 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
Should I be excited that I’m living the freedom of navigating by car through the hill towns of Tuscany and Umbria, or frightened by this summer’s astronomical gas prices and what it can do to my pocketbook?
Months ago, much like a progeny of Zeus, I mused about this upcoming road trip and the relevancy of this type of travel. I asked, “Will gas prices continue to skyrocket as they have this summer?”... [Read more]
The Wow of Lucca
September 25, 2008 | Written by Susan Tornga
I know better, I really do! Although I’ve never quite understood the European practice of validating tickets immediately after purchase, I am aware of the requirement. This time however, I was feeling complacent because, in my last six train rides in Italy, no one had asked for my ticket, validated or not. A glance at my watch that told me my train from Pisa to Lucca was leaving in less than five minutes.
As a... [Read more]
Lemons and More, the Amalfi Coast
September 10, 2008 | Written by Carolyn Bonello
Everything in the Amalfi Coast is lemony. The perfumes, ceramic tiles, cups and saucers, main courses, desserts, refreshing drinks and, of course, the prize winner, Limoncello are just lemony.
Up until now, I am oblivious to the amount of alcohol this pleasantly sweet digestive liquor, made from lemon rind, water and sugar, actually contains. But as I sit in a pretty restaurant over-looking Sorrento’s main piazza,... [Read more]
Road Trip Travel Enters the Space Age
August 4, 2008 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
When I was a child my family relocated cross-country to California via the Mother Road, historic Route 66. Even at that tender age, I enjoyed the trip in a station-wagon piled high with our possessions, ‘Grapes of Wrath’ style. It was on that drive that the road-tripper bug infected me.
Years later the country was facing its first gas crisis and the price had reached 75 cents a gallon. With school behind me... [Read more]
Italy by Vintage Car
July 2, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
This is completely cool and could only be enhanced by a young Sophia Loren riding shoot gun. While I have not had the opportunity to tour Italy by car, I have done Spain and recommend it highly.
Editor ITKT
New York - July 2, 2008: In what seems to be an impossible feat, Italy by Vintage Car has created a completely new way to see Italy - from behind the wheel of an authentic Italian vintage car. The vacation... [Read more]
Venice to Yourself
June 1, 2008 | Written by Michael Henderson
Jet lag awakened me at 4 a.m., denying further sleep. Things could be worse. After all, I’m in Venice, the most magical, romantic city in the world. Anxiously awaiting a day of Italian sites, culture, vino, and cuisine was like torture. Nearly a restless hour passed in my room near the Accademia Bridge, and with the dawn I decided to get out and wander around town until a café opened. But what this magnificent city was... [Read more]
Italy’s Newest Hotel Group
May 10, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
ITALY’S NEWEST LUXURY HOTEL GROUP INVITES A NEW GENERATION OF TRAVELERS TO ‘DEFINE YOUR LIFESTYLE’
– Ragosta Hotels Collection debuts in Vietri sul Mare, Amalfi Coast , Italy with cutting edge concept and portfolio of historic and contemporary hotels and resorts on the Amalfi Coast and Sicily –
Recognizing that the world of travel is ever-evolving and influences everyday lifestyle, Ragosta... [Read more]
Golf in Tuscany
April 17, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
TERME DI SATURNIA SPA AND GOLF RESORT BRINGS WORLD-CLASS GOLF TO TUSCANY WITH THE OPENING OF COMPLETED 18-HOLE CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF COURSE DESIGNED BY RENOWNED ARCHITECT RONALD FREAM
-To coincide with the grand opening of the new course the luxury resort invites guests to indulge in luxury accommodations, spa treatments, delicious cuisine and golf with a special package-
Located in the heart of Tuscany... [Read more]
Week in Italy Package
March 26, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
One-Week Florence/Tuscany Package–Only $979 in April and MayTourCrafters, the Italy experts, are offering a mid-week “Florence and the Heart of Tuscany” package from April 1 to May 15 that costs only $979 for round-trip air on Delta from New York, Boston and Chicago; seven nights accommodation, a four-day car rental, daily buffet breakfast, hotel service charges and taxes. It must be booked by... [Read more]
New Tuscan Getaway
March 20, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
LACURE VILLAS OFFERS “EAT, DRINK, LUXURIATE” GETAWAY IN ITALY’S TUSCANY REGION
The Ultimate Villa Experience for Food-Lovers, Friends and Families
A love of fine food and wine is central to the Italian way of life. LaCURE Villas is offering travelers the chance to enjoy a food-filled “Eat, Drink, Luxuriate” Tuscan getaway with extravagant services, modern... [Read more]
Hassler Roma Extends Helicopter Package
March 20, 2008 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
THIS YEAR THE SKY’S THE LIMIT
The Hassler Roma’s Valentine’s Day Helicopter Package is Extended through the end of 2008
Due to high demand, the Hassler Roma’s new Skyline Package, originally created for Valentine’s Day , will now be available until the end of the year. No longer just for lovers,... [Read more]
Travel Packages from Starwood
December 28, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Last Minute Holiday Travel Packages To Italy, Malta and Croatia from Starwood Hotels and Resorts
Starwood Italy and Central Mediterranean, numbering more than 40 properties in Rome, Milan, Turin, Venice, Asolo, Florence, Rimini, Malta, Costa Smeralda (Sardinia) and Croatia is pleased to announce its 2007 holiday packages for Christmas and the New... [Read more]
Tee Off Under the Tuscan Sun
December 15, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
TERME DI SATURNIA SPA & GOLF RESORT ANNOUNCES THE OPENING OF ITS CHAMPIONSHIP COURSE
Located in the heart of Tuscany’s Maremma region, Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort has long served as a luxury spa destination; however, the resort is now proud to provide its guests with the game of golf as it announces the opening of the first nine... [Read more]
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