Tuscany

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] Easter in Italy is one of the most exciting times of the year. From cities to small towns, traditional celebrations are the main order of the weekend. Be it the religious ceremonies in Rome, exploding carts in Florence, racing statues in Abruzzo, or cheese-rolling in Umbria, there’s something to enjoy for everybody. Here...Read More

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]When anybody asks me what my favourite time of year is in Italy, it’s always a difficult question to answer. Every time of year has its special things. Summer has a great energy and atmosphere in the cities and on the beaches. Autumn is relaxed after high season has finished, and has some wonderful...Read More

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text] At the recent Oscars ceremony, one of the winners was ‘Call Me By Your Name’, a coming of age tale that looks to be the latest in a long line of classic movies that use Italy as a backdrop. The country’s fascinating landscapes and architecture have caught the eye of many a film-maker...Read More

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]The five small fishing towns that make up the Cinque Terre are a beautiful gem, with their vivid colours and idyllic seaside setting. It’s no wonder that they are on many travellers’ destination lists. However, the local authorities announced last week that, due to overcrowding and damage from footfall, they will soon be limiting the amount of...Read More

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]December is a magical time in Italy. With Christmas around the corner, city streets and shop doorways are lit and decorated, markets offer seasonal produce, and there’s always something special to see or do. Here’s our picks for your best Italian experiences in December.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][image_frame url=”4258″ action=”open-lightbox”][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][title type=”special-h3-left” color=”#660000″]Feast of the Immaculate Conception – 8th...Read More

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]October is a fantastic month for festivals in Italy. The harvest is upon us, the weather has cooled down, and yet the buzz of the long summer has not yet faded. All over the country, weekends are devoted to sagre, festivals celebrating food, culture and tradition. Below are some of the best destinations for this...Read More

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text]While summer sunshine or Christmas magic rank high on many people’s lists of vacation ideas when visiting Italy, Autumn can be an amazing time to visit the country. Here’s our top reasons to experience Italy in the autumn months, and you can do it all with Messenger Travel – just contact us and we will...Read More