Exploring Rome’s Fascinating Monti Neighborhood

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Anchored by some of Rome’s most important monuments and churches, Monti retains its small-neighborhood spirit. Narrow medieval buildings covered in ivy are interposed with grand 18th-century palazzos. In the Monti neighborhood, you will find chic boutiques and quaint housewares stores, well-stocked wine shops, innovative jewelry designers and maybe even a former Italian first lady sitting next to you while you sip your morning cappuccino.  

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Rainy Day in Rome? Five Great Ways to Enjoy the Experience

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Rome is a terrific city during the cooler times of year. Even after summer heat has faded most days will be blue-skied and sunny. On the rare day when thunder rumbles and the skies open, we have a few suggestions on how to enjoy a rainy day.  Storms usually roll through fast and fierce in Rome, so be ready to dash inside if the sky turns dark. It is a good idea to carry a compact lightweight umbrella with you, but if you forget,  just look around, you will see a vendor with an armful of inexpensive ones for sale and you will be prepared for a rainy day in Rome.

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Wine Tours in Tuscany: 4 Itinerary Ideas

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People travel to Italy for many different reasons, but one of the most popular attractions is, of course, the wine. Perhaps it’s even one of the reasons you’re visiting Italy! If you’re wondering where to start and which wineries to add to the top of your list, we hope this guide will be a helpful resource for you. There are wine tours in Tuscany for every type of traveler, whether you’re traveling with a family or friends, whether you love art or history, whether you will enjoy a small family-owned winery or a medieval Italian castle.

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What to Eat in Italy in the Fall

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Every season in Italy has its own delights, and autumn is definitely the star of the show when it comes to food, the harvest and culinary festivals. Some of Italy’s most famous dishes are based on autumn’s harvest bounty – truffles, pumpkin ravioli, porcini mushrooms, chestnuts and artichokes. Come along with us as we take you on a quick journey of everything you should eat in Italy in the fall!

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Exploring the Spanish Steps Neighborhood in Rome

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If you’ve heard of the Spanish Steps in Rome, but haven’t seen them, you might be thinking: what’s so special about a staircase? The Spanish Steps have a special type of grandeur that one must appreciate in person, much like the steps leading up to the Sacre Coeur in Paris. The steps have been a gathering place for over two centuries, and they continue to be a meeting place and a melting pot for travelers from all over the world.

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