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You Can Stay in a Medieval Italian Castle Owned by Napoleon Bonaparte's Descendants
Cancel your summer plans: there's a medieval castle in central Italy you're going to want to rent.Tucked away in the city of Perugia, Italy, the Pieve... Read More
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25 Secret European Villages to Explore Before Everyone Else Does
A few winters ago, my family and I checked into a restored 17th-century estate in the tiny town of Lower Monferrato, in Piedmont, Italy. Our bay window... Read More
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14 Incredible Historic Buildings Around Europe You Can Book Now on Airbnb
As a traveler from the United States, there’s one thing that always stands out when I'm in Europe: history.Walk around in Paris, Rome, or... Read More
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These 4 Getaways Will Make You Forget You Even Have a Phone in the First Place
Given the news lately, the case for unplugging from our smartphones and tablets has never been stronger. While a screenless existence might not be... Read More
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The Cheapest Place to Travel in April
Travelers who want to count on getting a great deal in the month of April don’t need to wait for an epic flash sale. According to data pulled by global... Read More
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Make a Baby, Get a Free Trip to Italy—Here's How
Italy is a frequent choice for honeymoons or other romantic getaways. With its breathtaking landscapes, temperate climate, and abundance of wine, the... Read More
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Earthquake Devastates Small Towns in Central Italy
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck in central Italy early Wednesday at around 3:36 a.m. local time, followed by several aftershocks. At least 159... Read More
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Now You Can Take a Craft Beer Tour in Umbria, Italy
You can’t swing a carafe of Chianti around Italy without hitting a wine tour sipping its way across the best vine-growing, grape-pressing regions in the... Read More
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Meet the Monks Whose Music is Beating Out Taylor Swift's
It’s rare enough for a classical music recording to gain wide popular and critical success, but since its release this summer, Benedicta: Marian Chant... Read More
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Fernando Botero Lends His Talents to Italy’s Two Worlds Festival
Colombian painter and sculptor Fernando Botero, he of the ample, exaggerated figures depicted in flat, bright colors, has created a promotional poster... Read More
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12 Hotels Perfect for Travelers Flying Solo
Related: Best Countries for Solo TravelersIf you’re looking to explore the world with no travel companion other than your fabulous self, you may think... Read More
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Novelist Patrizia Chen's Tour of Todi, Italy
Stay: I send out-of-town guests to the Relais Todini (Frazione Collevalenza $$), a 14th-century manor. The view from the swimming pool stretches for... Read More
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Nine Great Meditation Retreats to Find Your Inner Zen
When San Francisco ad executive John Porter started planning his annual vacation in 2005, he knew he wanted something different. A seasoned traveler,... Read More
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Best Italian Music Festivals
Festival del Maggio Musicale FiorentinoFlorence, Tuscany; May 2–June 24This year, the country’s most important classical festival honors the 200th... Read More
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Best Villa Rental Agencies 2010
Across EuropeAbercrombie & Kent VillasBest For: Excursions; local staff; user-friendly websiteFive decades of experience as a luxury travel operator... Read More