A Tale of Two Portofinos
One is an Italian fishing village established by the Romans, the other, a meticulous recreation opened at Universal Orlando in 1999. Though they are separated by an ocean and a millennium, the intentional similarities are striking. Portofino, Italy The Italian version is a bonafide member
Exploring Cinque Terre
The Cinque Terre are five seaside towns set amidst the rocky coast of western Italy. Located in the region of Liguria, they are part of the Italian Riviera. Though they have become popular, they still have an undiscovered feel. Tourists here are
Driving Tuscany: The Two Best Wine Country Routes
Tuscany is the famous region of Italy once inhabited by the Etruscans. It is Italian food & wine country, located south of Florence, extending westward out to the Mediterranean. The region’s wines are known worldwide, the most famous of which
European Christmas Markets
Most people travel to Europe in the summer months, for the warmth and sunshine. Some study in Europe and return home before the holidays. Others travel specifically to experience the Christmas Markets, located all over Europe in late November and