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A picturesque medieval town spills down rocky cliffs to spectacular bays and beaches at this seaside resort in southern Italy’s Calabria region.

Wander through a tropical world as butterflies flutter around the thick green vegetation in this mini-rainforest that’s also home to lizards, fish and other insects. 

Discover the fascinating history, superb restaurants and interesting maritime museum of this pretty coastal town.

Admire the greatest works of Michelangelo and da Vinci, see the center of Catholicism and pose with the Leaning Tower of Pisa on this Mediterranean peninsula.

Feast on Italian cheeses, chocolates and authentic pizza and shop for leather goods at this indoor market and its surrounding street stalls.  

This magnificent building is known for its grand architecture and great historic significance, but the colorful frescoes inside are the main attraction.

Famous for hosting Italy’s Mille Miglia classic car rally, this city is also home to historic sights including Roman ruins and Romanesque churches.  

Get energetic with a vacation in the idyllic alpine town of Pinzolo, where the wide array of outdoor activities includes skiing, hiking and much more. 

This year-round destination in the Italian Alps has breathtaking scenery of mountains and lakes combined with adventure pursuits and interesting towns.

See the swans glide by under weeping willows and relax with a picnic in the park while taking in the pristine beauty of the source of the Clitunno River in Umbria.

A picturesque medieval town spills down rocky cliffs to spectacular bays and beaches at this seaside resort in southern Italy’s Calabria region.

Make a journey into Cosenza’s past when you explore narrow cobbled alleys that open onto enchanting piazzas and ornate palazzos in the preserved Old Town.

This historic village offers a gateway to the medieval towns and beautiful trails that make the Puster Valley a favorite vacation destination. 

It may be small, but beautiful Acireale has a wealth of superb architecture, fine views toward Mount Etna and one of Italy’s liveliest carnivals.

Vacation in a beautiful harbor town in northwest Sicily known for its attractive beaches, seafood cuisine and castle.

Famous for hosting Italy’s Mille Miglia classic car rally, this city is also home to historic sights including Roman ruins and Romanesque churches.