I'm a frequent traveler who's been to all 20 regions of Italy, and Basilicata is my favorite. This southern region has a relatively small population, but I believe it's Italy's best-kept secret. I've ...

Set between dramatic mountains and miles of coastline, this lesser-known region offers stunning scenery, outdoor adventure, food, wine, and history. At the hermitage of Santa Maria Infra Saxa, the ...

Ever dreamed of a house next door to a ski resort, vineyard or thermal springs? The northern Italian region known as Trentino, or officially the Autonomous Province of Trento, will pay residents of ...

From mountain-farmed food to wine that’s been perfected over 2,000 years, here’s how to get a taste of Abruzzo, central Italy’s wild, nature-filled region. Italy’s Abruzzo region is home to charming ...

Opheli Garcia Lawler is a journalist with a decade of experience, half of which has been dedicated to covering the way we travel. From interviewing former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg to ...

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