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Situated in central Italy between the Apennine Mountains and the Tyrrhenian Sea, Lazio is surrounded by scenery at its most beautiful. Mountains, volcanic lakes, olive groves, vineyards and fields and valleys as far as the eye can see make up this stunning part of Italy. If you are visiting Lazio this summer and are putting
Okay you’re going to Italy so you can be certain you’ll experience some great cuisine. Visiting Lazio however will bring a whole new dimension to Italian culinary art and yes, in Lazio art is the operative word! Here’s what to eat in Lazio… Primo With its intense flavours yet simple ingredients, discovering food in
Vintage Travel is delighted to announce the arrival of Casa della Maddalena to our Le Marche portfolio of top quality villas all with private pools. This immaculately-restored country home makes the most of its rural setting. Views span out from the lush nearby valley, across the Sibilline Hills and out towards the idyllic rural landscape
In May this year all eyes in the world of cycling will be on Ireland where the notoriously gruelling annual Italy bike race will start. Why Ireland you may ask? Since the Giro d’Italia began in 1909 it has been held in Italy with occasional excursions to other countries. The 2014 Giro d’Italia will be
If your trip to Siena comes with aspirations to learn about the city’s unique history and culture, then nothing could be more educational then visiting the Shrine of Saint Catherine of Siena. The shrine occupies the site of Saint Catherine’s family home, where she was born and lived her early years. The house has been
What was once scowled upon by the modest mainstream has been steadily growing in popularity. With the ever-growing prevalence of nude beaches, even local authorities across Europe are turning a blind eye. So engrained in popular culture have nudist beaches become that ‘top tens’ and ‘favourite fives’ are now regular features in the travel writing
When you think of Tuscany images of rolling hillsides, plunging valleys, rushing rivers and vineyards and olive groves as far as the eye can see, fill your thoughts. This region of what only can be described as outstanding natural beauty is home to many great parks and natural reserves, which as you can imagine, really
When it comes to describing the décor and food of Italy, “Tuscan” is one of the most widely used adjectives. Trying to define Tuscan food is elusive, yet at the same time there are plenty of local distinctions within the region. Simplicity is central to Tuscan cuisine. It is a land of honest and simple
Rambling around a twisting and turning 100-mile coastline, enveloping ancient hilltop villages to rival those of Tuscany, Istria and Provence, Le Marche in Italy is an incredible region to explore. Being one of Italy’s lesser known areas one tends to assume it might be more economical to the tourist than the likes of Tuscany and
Fiesta de San Francisco, Assisi, Umbria – A colourful spectacle to honour a much-loved saint. San Francisco of Assisi is thought of by many Italians as the number one revered person who has ever lived in Italy. And when you consider the Caesars, the popes, the artists, the opera singers and the football players, it
Leonardo’s Mona Lisa is possibly the most iconic portrait in the world and hangs in the Louvre Gallery in Paris. The woman who sat for the world’s most famous painting was said to be a merchant’s wife called, Lisa Gheradini del Giocondo who lived over the street from Leonardo in Florence. Lisa Ghradini became a
The festival of Paper Lanterns takes place in Florence every year in early September and as you can imagine, is a particularly atmospheric event. While Florence is a lively and vibrant city all year round, the Paper Lantern Festival lights up this bustling Italian city with renewed vigour and life. In fact if you are
Santa Marinella – The perfect break on a budget away from the heat of Rome When you find yourself within the confines of the incredible city of Rome it is easy to forget that you are fairly near to the Mediterranean Sea. In fact when one thinks of Rome, history, architecture, art and culture immediately
The Leaning Tower of Pisa is without doubt one of the world’s most iconic and memorable buildings, famed predominantly for its awkward position, leaning precariously over to one side. Any modern day building with a problem similar to this would have been knocked down long ago for health and safety reasons. Millions of Lira and,
A trip to Rome should not be void of visiting the Vatican, an independent state lying within the city walls of Rome. This incredible city is, in fact, the smallest state in the world, with an area of only 44 hectares and containing a population of just 800. The Vatican is the rarest of cities
Visiting the town of Pistoia in Tuscany is like taking a journey back in time. When one thinks of elegant, historical and traditional Italian towns, Pistoia is the epitome of such visions. This ancient town was a centre for Estruscan, Gallic and Ligurian settlements before becoming a Roman colony in the 6th century BC. Inside
When one thinks of Rome, an inspiring mix of the arts, fashion, high-end culture and ancient architecture and artefacts immediately spring to mind. Although challenging the seemingly common accord that all visitors of Rome are individuals with a consuming or excessive interest in culture and the arts, is the fact that this electrifying city is
If you are thinking about taking a trip to Florence the chances you are enthusiastic about Italian art and culture. If you are visiting the city, which is world renowned for its legendary music heritage, having nurtured Cimabue and Giotto, the so-called fathers of Italian painting, before 27 January 2013, then you may want to
Bordering Umbria and Tuscany but with a mere snippet of the tourists of Umbria and Tuscany, Lazio is crying out to be discovered. Although in spite of Italy’s lesser known region’s relative obscurity, there is plenty to do in ‘Italy’s wildest corner’. Check out three great things to do in Lazio. II Bagnaccio Hot Spring
Rising in the Appennine Mountains in Emilia-Romanga and flowing for more than 250 miles through Umbria and Lazio to the Tyrrhenian Sea, the Tiber is Italy’s third-longest river. This mighty and important river, which, according to legend, resulted in the city of Rome being founded in 753 BC on its banks, naturally flows past diversely
Umbria Jazz Festival 2012– An electrifying mix of world quality music in the most idyllic of settings. From the 6 – 15 July, the Umbria Jazz Festival 2012 will be taking place in Perugia, Umbria. This world-acclaimed musical event has become one of the leading jazz festivals on both the Italian and international music festival
A marvel within a marvel – Vintage Travel puts II Rosaio in Orvieto, Umbria on their books! The city of Orvieto, perched on a volcanic plug, on the flat summit of a huge butte of volcanic tuff in south-western Umbria, has been cited as being one of the most dramatic cities in Europe. This ancient
Three majestically mesmerising museums in Umbria. The Italian region of Umbria is home to a large number of unique and interesting museums, with even the smallest and least well-known being most definitely worthy of a visit. With such a vast choice of intriguing, surprising and highly enlightening museums on offer, knowing which one to head
Tuscany’s D’apres Canova exhibition – Exploring 19th century neoclassic Italian art. From the Romans to the Renaissance, Tuscany is one of the greatest fountains of art in the world. From awe-inspiring paintings, majestic murals, architectural masterpieces to truly sublime sculptures, for centuries, travellers have been arriving in Tuscany in search of fine art and stimulating
