The ancient ruins of Pompeii (Roman spelling with a double "i") are located just south of Naples in the city of Pompei (one "i"). Along with nearby Ercolano (Herculaneum), it was forever preserved for posterity after a massive eruption of Mt. Vesuvius almost 2,000 years ...

May 12 is International Nurses Day and now more than ever, we are all reflecting on how valuable health care workers are to the world. It only seemed fitting to trace the roots of medicine in Italy since it is home to some of the oldest ...

If you didn't happen to recognize some of the Italian locations while watching George Lucas' Star Wars, now's your chance to find out where they are! Some of the scenes of the most beloved saga of all time were filmed right here in Italy. Star Wars ...

Just 30 kilometers north of Naples, you'll find one of the most exquisite palaces in all of Europe- the Royal Palace of Caserta. It rivals Versailles for its architecture and gardens, and by volume, it is the largest palace in the world. Let's find out ...

If the area of Cilento is a jewel, then Palinuro is its pearl. This beautiful seaside resort is the most populated area in Centola (near Salerno) and has been awarded the prestigious Blue Flag beach award for the past 21 years.  Palinuro's History Cape Palinuro is a promontory that resembles an ...

Adored in antiquity and a source of superstition, the cat is one of the most beloved and hated pets of all. Throughout history, we have seen this animal both associated with divinity and associated with witchcraft or as a synonym for bad luck. But this ...

When you think of skiing in Italy, the most obvious places that come to mind are the Alps and even parts of central Italy, but the rest of the peninsula has lots to offer as well! Skiing in the Campania Region You'll find ski resorts on the ...

“Luci d’artista” is the spectacular light festival set up in the squares and along the streets of Salerno. These mesmerizing and magical lights will be like nothing you’ve ever experienced for Christmas or otherwise! From November 15, 2019, through the end of January 2020, thousands of ...

    In the abandoned village of Apice Vecchia, in the province of Benevento, Ettore Castle hosts its Christmas Market.   ©facebook.com/mercatinidinatalecastellodellettore/ The 2019 edition is a magical journey of the story of Christmas. Visitors will experience Ettore Castle as never before! The ancient and majestic medieval castle that dominates ...

    If you're planning on being in Naples during the holidays, you must take a stroll through its world-famous Christmas market along Via San Gregorio Armeno. It's a must for anyone who loves the Holiday season, and if you're shopping for unique gifts and souvenirs and characteristic ...