The Ligurian seaside city of Sanremo is synonymous with luxury, opulence, and high culture. Part of the Italian Riviera, almost to the French border, it has been drawing admirers for centuries. In the 20th century, its casinos and international music festival would forever ingrain it ...

For many of us, the most magical time of the year is officially here! And it seems that with each passing year, it comes earlier and earlier. Many of Italy's cities are already decorated with beautiful lights and have set up their Christmas markets. Here's ...

Olive Oil Festival in Imperia From November 4-6, 2022 "Olioliva" How is it organized: Tastings, visits to olive orchards and mills, workshops, cooking classes, and conferences. Lots of other events organized in collaboration throughout the town and Imperia. Where: Historic center of Oneglia (Imperia) Who is it for: Everyone Tickets: None required Official website: Event's ...

Liguria is a region that boasts cities like Sanremo, Genoa, Cinque Terre, and the Italian Riviera but many fail to explore the rest of the region and its inland villages. Dolceacqua is one of these and it also happens to boast the Orange Flag Award from the Italian ...

The "Festival della Scienza a Genova" October 20 through November 1, 2022  "20 years of science: Languages"   How is it organized: Conferences, shows and performances, exhibits, and laboratories Where: Various locations throughout Genoa (live streaming available for schools) Who is it for: Schools, families, and science enthusiasts Tickets: Purchase online Official website: Il ...

Savona is a beautiful seaside city and province in the Liguria region. This part of the Ligurian coast is often referred to as the Riviera di Ponente (as opposed to the Riviera di Levante where you'll find the Cinque Terre). It's a favorite summertime destination ...

The Cinque Terre (literally translated "the five lands") are some of the most photographed landscapes in the entire world. Located in the Liguria region, the colorful houses hug the cliff of the Tyrrhenian Sea creating a scene that almost seems imaginary. Each of the Cinque ...

By now, the Ligurian coast is certainly no secret. Names like Portovenere, Cinque Terre, and Portofino have made their way into travel magazines and bucket lists for travelers from all over the globe. There are still a few spots that aren't quite as well known ...

The Ligurian coast is one of the most beautiful and characteristic in the entire world with its colorful houses and steep, rocky cliffs contrasting against the turquoise water. Names like Cinque Terre, Portofino, and Portovenere come to mind. Just off the coast of Portovenere lies ...

It's hard to believe that just a hundred years ago the luxurious town of Portofino was nothing more than a simple fishing village. Nowadays, it's hard to imagine Italy without it and its not-so-distant neighbors, the famous seaside villages of Cinque Terre. Let's find out ...