an old aqueduct in Sulmona

Abruzzo—Italy’s Best Well-Kept Secret

by Christine Cutler

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Stretching from the Apennines to the Adriatic, Italy’s Abruzzo region is rich in history, culture, art, cuisine, natural beauty, and traditions that surprise and charm visitors.
rigatoni with cheese and bacon

For the Love of Pasta

by Christine Cutler

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Most Italian restaurants in the US cook an Americanized version of Italian food, and few Italians would recognize the over-sized, over-cooked, over-spiced, over-sauced plates served in American restaurants.

Message in a Bottle: Wine Stories from Italy

by Lisa Morales

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Not so long ago, tariffs were the only thing that seemed to be getting in between the winemaker and consumer. That threat is now miniscule compared to Italy’s battle with COVID-19. Sadly, over 30,000 Italians have died as a result of the pandemic and it’s only now that citizens can return to work and daily

100 Years of La Scolca: Looking Forward In Times of Uncertainty

by Lisa Morales

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Often when a company reaches its centennial, it places the focus on reminiscing over years gone by. Chiara Soldati does just the opposite. True to her brand’s name La Scolca, which means looking forward, she is doing just that. Since we first met in February, life has drastically changed. Because COVID-19 has brought Italy to
Simply Italian Great Wines Tour 2020

Italian Wines for Summer Sipping

by Lisa Morales

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No Need to Complicate Matters. Just Keep It, “Simply Italian.” If you’re a seasonal Italian wine lover, it’ll soon be time to switch bold wines like Barolo for lighter ones like Spumante. The time for summertime sips is near and the Simply Italian Wines Tour 2020 offered members of the trade and some lucky consumers

13 Unique Places to Visit in 2020

by Christine Cutler

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This year is going to be anything but boring. Tokyo is going to host the Summer Olympics, while Sapporo will hold its Snow Festival. Jamaica will be celebrating the late Bob Marley’s 75th birthday, and Dublin will commemorate the life of writer James Joyce during Bloomsday. Of course, there are lesser-known events, too. Glouster, UK,
Man and woman in front of restaurant wall

Let Them Eat Vegetables…and More

by Christine Cutler

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Italy’s cultural identity embraces food, and no city’s existence is more attached to Italian cuisine than Bologna. While it has never been the tourist destination that its more-famous sisters—Rome, Venice, Florence—have been, its art, history, and culture equal that of the others.  The essence of Bologna, however, is its food. Bologna gave birth to many
Where In The World To Go This Fall. FWT Magazine.

Where In The World To Go This Fall

by Jacqui Gibson

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It's fall - the perfect season for hitting the road. Stuck for ideas? Here are 10 handpicked destinations to enjoy the best of autumn in the US and around the world.
Maldives. FWT Magazine.

Dream Wedding Destinations For Your Happily Ever After

by Kimberly Fisher Boone

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Writer Kimberly Boone has put together a list of the world's dreamiest destination wedding spots for your special day. Here are her picks from the classic to the unexpected, from lakeside views to floating huts and sexy cityscapes.
Porto, Giglio Island. FWT Magazine.

Best Europe Destinations in 2018

by Jacqui Gibson

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It's World Europe Day, a day to celebrate everything European, including the travel destinations we love to return to again and again. Here's a selection of must-visit destinations in Europe from 13 international travel writers.
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