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Coronavirus related updates – Walks
Coronavirus Update – Walks – Last updated 28th March 2020, 13:30 GMT Note added 28th March 2020: UPDATE: If you have an upcoming tour…
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When the sun goes down: Things to do in Rome at night
We’re sure you know all about the best bucket list landmarks, attractions and tours to tick off your list when you visit the Italian…
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The Secondhand Origins of Michelangelo’s David
They say there’s nothing new under the sun, that all ideas have been formulated – and reformulated – countless times. In an age when…
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The 10 Best Things To Do in Vatican City
At just 44 hectares, Vatican City is officially the smallest sovereign state in the world. But don’t let that fool you. It might only…
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Travel 101: How to use your air miles and points to get to Italy
Touring Italy is a dream for many Americans. It might be your first trip or perhaps you’re planning to head back to the Bel…
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Literary Venice: 6 Beautiful Descriptions of Venice in Literature
Oh, Venice! Its name alone is enough to conjure images of a time gone by. But why stop there? Romantic yet stately, calm yet…
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Your Guide to Italy’s Festivals and Celebrations for 2020
No matter what time of year you visit, there’s always plenty to do in Italy! Of course, you’ll be spoilt for choice with so…
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From Monti to Parioli: See the Most Scenic Sides of Rome
We all know that Rome is renowned for its iconic landmarks. From the Vatican to the Colosseum, some parts of the Eternal City are…
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From le réveillon to la vigilia: What Christmas dinners look like around the world
If we’re to believe movies, magazine spreads and most TV shows, Christmas dinners around the world are carbon copies of one another; complete with…
Christmas gifts for travel lovers: 10 experience gifts they’ll treasure
Be honest; how frequently do you happen upon an item in your home that you’d love to discard, but feel obliged to keep simply…
Say Cheese! How to Make Authentic Cacio e Pepe Pasta
Humble yet classy, creamy yet flavourful, Cacio e Pepe is a favourite pasta dish amongst Italians who want homemade comfort – stat. Cacio e…
The Best Restaurants for Vegans and Vegetarians in Venice
Once upon a time, being a vegetarian or vegan in Italy meant cheese-less pizza and awkward ordering encounters. These days, it’s easier than ever…
But first: Coffee! Your guide to the best cafes in Venice
No nationality takes coffee as seriously as Italians do. Let’s be honest, you can’t go to Italy and not try the coffee, and Venice…
How to Make Authentic Italian Risotto For Beginners
We‘re Walks of Italy, and we know Italy inside out – from the best time to visit the Colosseum to tips on creating a…
Art & Culture
The Secondhand Origins of Michelangelo’s David
They say there’s nothing new under the sun, that all ideas have been formulated – and reformulated – countless times. In an age when…
Literary Venice: 6 Beautiful Descriptions of Venice in Literature
Oh, Venice! Its name alone is enough to conjure images of a time gone by. But why stop there? Romantic yet stately, calm yet…
The Artists Who Made The Borghese Gallery
Art had a cultural currency beyond monetary value during the Renaissance. Representing the tastes, desires and, often, whims of the elite, paintings and sculptures…
From Art History to Modern Art: 7 Podcasts to Download ASAP
Ask any two people their opinion of the same piece of art work, and you’re likely to elicit two very different responses. Add a…
Christmas gifts for travel lovers: 10 experience gifts they’ll treasure
Be honest; how frequently do you happen upon an item in your home that you’d love to discard, but feel obliged to keep simply…
8 Fascinating Facts About the First Emperor of Rome – Caesar Augustus
Heir to Julius Caesar, he was one of the most famous (and controversial) leaders from Ancient Rome, but how much do you really know…
