Easter is one of the most important celebrations in the Christian religion. It is celebrated somewhat differently in different parts of the world. In Italy, an overwhelmingly Catholic country, it is known as Pasqua and is one of the biggest celebrations of the year. The Holy Week, which culminates in Easter, follows the somber weeks [...]
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Florence, birthplace of the Renaissance, has long held the reputation as being one of the most beautiful cities in the world. With an abundance of history, millions of people each year take Italy tours that visit Florence to see the obvious sites: the Uffizi Museum, which houses famous works by Botticelli and Caravaggio, Michelangelo’s “David” sculpture [...]
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In the past, people who have celiac disease or gluten sensitivity, have often felt restricted when it comes to travel because of the extra worry of trying to find restaurants that offer gluten-free menus. Often people with gluten intolerance had to carry their own food when they traveled. Thanks to people like Hilary Davidson who [...]
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Have you heard about the exciting new Food Network Italy tour? For the first time, Food Network is offering guided vacation in Italy, France and Napa. What can you expect to see on the Food Network Travel Flavors of Italy vacation? You will visit the iconic sights of Rome such as the Coliseum, the Forum, [...]
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You haven’t tasted Gelato until you’ve had it in Italy. I don’t know why, but it is more creamy and delicious there than anywhere else. It is what I like to call cream-puffy. Early in the day you walk by the shops and you will see towers of freshly made Gelato. Depending on what part of [...]
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Home to the greatest classical art, most sought-after fashions and globally adored food, Italy is a dream destination. Boasting never ending ancient ruins, gothic structures, Byzantine temples and medieval castles, Italy pays homage to significant historic periods such as the Roman Empire and the Renaissance. Featuring some of the most romantic cities on earth including [...]
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Review of Insight Tour Vacations, Italian Vogue Tour Travel Dates: Oct 1st – 12th, 2011 Day 1 I took lots of notes and pictures during my recent trip to Italy, but have put very little on the blog, so I am taking this week to catch up before I forget everything and have to take [...]
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Buongiorno! We arrived into Rome a day early (October 2nd,) to have some time on our own before the start of the Insight Vacations Italian Vogue tour. We have been to Italy before while on a cruise, but this is our first Italy tour. Don’t get me wrong, I love cruising, but this is the [...]
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Heading to Italy? If you have an iPhone, there are some great apps available. There is even that app that will take what you say in English and translate it to Italian for you. Codegent’s Learn Italian Phrasebook and 24/7 TUTOR, Inc are both Free apps and a great way to get started. Whatever method [...]
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It’s day 5 on our Insight Tour Italian Vogue and we spent the day in Capri. Edgar Allen Po said that “traveling is like dreaming.” Many of us however can’t remember dreams once we awake, but with travel you bring back fond memories that last a lifetime. We walked along the beautifully sculpted coast of the [...]
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