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SPRING AWAKENING: EASTER IN CITTA DELLA PIEVE
In spring, Umbria's Easter celebration is vibrant with natural beauty, culinary traditions, and historical reenactments like Città della Pieve's "living pictures". Local towns buzz with festivals and markets, offering a mix of local delicacies and art. Immersive experiences and artisanal riches make this season a perfect time for cultural exploration.
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CARNEVALE ITALIA: UNMASKING THE SPECTICAL
Immerse in Italy's Carnevale, where ancient tradition and cheery festivity collide in a spectacular explosion of color, taste, and joy. Majestic parades and mysterious masks abound, leading up to Lent's reflective calm. Marvel at Venice's historic revelry, Viareggio's satirical floats, or Ivrea's evocative orange battles. Carnevale is Italy's soulful adieu to hedonism, inviting one and all to feast on life and laughter before solemnity descends. Join the dance, embrace the magic and relish the nation’s culinary delights—a mesmerizing spectacle for wanderers and locals alike.
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A GUIDE TO 21 OF MY FAVORITE ITALIAN BEACHES
If you're looking for Italy's hidden beach gems, this list of 21 must-visit spots is perfect for you. From Sardinia’s Cala Goloritze to Sicily’s San Vito lo Capo, these beaches offer stunning landscapes and peaceful retreats. Visiting in September, away from the summer crowds, ensures a serene experience.
- 21 COLLECTION, ART, FOOD AND WINE, GUIDES, LA DOLCE VITA, SEASONAL HAPPENINGS, TRAVEL, UMBRIAN TALES
AUTUMN MAGIC IN CITTA DELLA PIEVE
Umbria is undoubtedly the perfect year-round holiday destination but autumn is a glorious period to visit. The landscape is ablaze with beautiful autumnal colours, the otherwise tranquil countryside is a buzz of activity with the grape and olive harvests in full swing.