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Our Top Picks for a Half Term Break with the Family
We understand how important and precious family holidays are. Holidays give you and your loved ones quality time together and lasting memories. Whether you are looking at exploring a new destination as...
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Where to See Religious Relics in Italy
Last week, the Shroud of Turin – the linen cloth believed to be the burial shroud of Jesus Christ – went back on display at Turin’s Cathedral of St. John the Baptist, where it will remain until 24...
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Six things not to miss in Lecce and the Salento peninsula
I love Italy, the Italian people and their wonderful culture. If you asked me to pick my favourite place I’d struggle to whittle the list down – but if pushed I’d pick Salento. This beautiful area...
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Guide to the Palio di Siena
Today marks the first of two of Siena’s famous horse race. Twice a year, on 2 July and 16 August, Siena’s famous Piazza del Campo offers itself to the renowned Palio di Siena horse race. The July race,...
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New for Summer 2016 – South Tyrol
It’s not too early to start thinking about next year’s holiday. With the launch of our new Summer 2016 brochure, we are excited to share one of our new destinations – South Tyrol. A province boasting...
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Quick and Easy Guide to the Italian Islands
Those who have watched Alex Polizzi’s Secret Italy series will know how brilliant the Hotel Inspector is at seeking out Italy’s hidden gems and delving into the heart of her homeland. Tonight sees the...
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9 Things You Need to Know About the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
One of life’s most luxurious experiences has to be a journey on the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express (VSOE). This iconic train is a beautiful example of timeless train travel and offers its guests a...
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Italy Inspiration: 6 Great Multi-Centre Ideas
From cities and countryside to lakes and beaches, Italy’s diversity (and fantastic transport links) makes it perfect for a multi-centre trip. The hard part is choosing where to go – so we’ve put...
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Want to learn more than just Ciao? Our Learn Italian podcast series is an easy and fun way of learning the Italian language in preparation for any holiday to Italy. Make sure you tune in and listen to...
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Seven Days in Sorrento
Sorrento has won the jackpot when it comes to locations – it’s perfectly placed for exploring everything the Neapolitan Riviera has to offer. With a week’s holiday, you could visit a different place...
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Easter Break in Rome
After many late night discussions about where to go for an early Easter break with the family, we all finally settled on Rome. If I am honest, I was a little dubious – being the home of the Catholic...
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Italy by Rail: Paris, Bologna, Verona
Have you ever wanted to travel to Italy, but aren’t overly keen on the idea of hours spent at the airport and flying? Have you considered travelling by train? A few of the team embarked on a journey by...
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Italy by Rail: Venice, Rome and the Amalfi Coast
When my husband and I were planning our honeymoon, Italy was right at the top of the list. It ticked off everything we were after – great food and wine, warm weather, and a mix of sightseeing and...
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Top tips for travelling on high-speed trains in Italy
Train travel in Italy has been our hot topic for the last month on Ciao Citalia, with first-hand accounts of the Citalia team’s recent train journeys and top tips. We hope that by now we have convinced...
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Guide to the Palio di Siena
Today marks the first of two of Siena’s famous horse race. Twice a year, on 2 July and 16 August, Siena’s famous Piazza del Campo offers itself to the renowned Palio di Siena horse race. The July race,...
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Top 5 Beaches in Sicily
Sicily is the island of contrasts, home to charming coastal towns, Greek temples, a mountainous inland and much more. Sicily is also home to some pretty special beaches. With over 1,000 kilometres of...
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Alternative Italy
Think Italy and it’s likely that big names like Rome, Venice, Sorrento and Lake Garda will spring to mind. But we think it’s time people turned their attention to some of Italy’s quieter corners and...
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Top 10 Things to See and Do in Lake Garda
At over 50 miles long, Lake Garda is Italy’s largest lake. Often overlooked in favour of its smaller (but arguably, prettier) neighbour, Lake Como, Lake Garda is a diverse destination with much to...
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New Year’s Eve in Italy
From bonfires and swing bands to Champagne and oysters, Italians certainly know how to ring in the New Year in style. Here are some of our favourite celebrations… Rome There are parties across the...
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Want to learn more than just Ciao? Our Learn Italian podcast series is an easy and fun way of learning the Italian language in preparation for any holiday to Italy. Make sure you tune in and listen to...
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