Travel
On the Cover: Capestrano
September 2023 | La Gazzetta Italiana
Nestled within the heart of the picturesque Abruzzo region in Italy, the charming village of Capestrano stands as a hidden gem, a place where time seems to slow down, and history and nature intertwine harmoniously. Surrounded by the majestic Gran...
Developing an Unspoiled Area for Sustainable Tourism
September 2023 | Myra Robinson
How do you reconcile preserving a beautiful unknown and unspoiled area with attracting more tourists and expanding tourism to help the local economy?
This is the problem faced by the Colli Euganee (Euganean Hills), a lovely area of extinct...
Bari: A Coastal Gem in Southern Italy
September 2023 | La Gazzetta Italiana
Nestled on the Adriatic coast of southern Italy, the city of Bari shines as a hidden gem waiting to be discovered by travelers. With its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning landscapes, Bari offers an authentic Italian experience that...
Your Usual Abruzzo Fishing Trip
August 2023 | Ryan de Arcangelis
Every year I have the opportunity to travel back to Italy with my family to visit my relatives and the region that my pedigree comes from. I have experienced the lifestyle in miniscule villages scattered throughout the mountainous regions of...
Exploring the Beauty of Apulia: Italy's Enchanting Region
August 2023 | La Gazzetta Italiana
Nestled in the southernmost part of Italy, Apulia (also known as Puglia in Italian) is a region that beckons travelers with its rustic charm, breathtaking landscapes, and rich historical heritage. With its stunning coastlines, quaint towns, and...
Naples’ Basilica di Santa Chiara
August 2023 | Anne Robichaud
The Basilica di Santa Chiara in Naples is a regal church. Not only for its elegance but also for the purpose of its construction: to house the bodies of the royal descendants of the Angiovin King, Roberto I, called “il Saggio” (“the Wise”). The...
On the Cover: Matera
August 2023 | La Gazzetta Italiana
La città di Matera, in Basilicata, è nota per la sua storia antichissima. I Sassi, che fanno parte dell'UNESCO, sono un complesso di abitazioni scavate nella roccia calcarea. Danno un'idea di una vita semplice piena di ingegnosità e resilienza da...
Stepping Off Italy's Beaten Path
July 2023 | Patrick Tunno
“Italy is a dream that keeps returning for the rest of your life,” said Anna Akhmatova. Many Italian Americans, Italophiles, and culture-seeking adventures head to il bel paese during summer and early fall. Perhaps your days will soon be filled...
Basilica San Piero a Grado
July 2023 | Anne Robichaud
Just four miles west of Pisa, an 11th century Romanesque Basilica stands solitary and solemn in an open field. The medieval basilica San Piero a Grado (also known as the Basilica di San Pietro Apostolo) is fascinatingly unique for many...