Travel & Writing in Liguria with Ciao Andiamo
/I had no idea how much teaching writing in Italy would deepen my love of both writing and Italy.
Read MoreHere’ll you find trip reports from up and down the Boot, from Turin to Sicily, from Cinque Terre to Puglia. If you want new wanderlust stories delivered to your email inbox once a month, make sure you sign up for my newsletter, the Grapevine. As a special welcome gift, I’ll send you an e-copy of my bestselling novel, Santa Lucia. Imagine that! In a few keystrokes, you’ll be transported to the landscapes, the cities, and the beauty of Italy. No passport required.
I had no idea how much teaching writing in Italy would deepen my love of both writing and Italy.
Read MoreGot a trip to Turin planned? Lucky you.
Read MoreAs part of the Local Guide Series, Olivia Windsor (known as Livguine to her fans) opens the door to Turin, a jewel-box city in Italy’s northern foothills.
Read MoreIt took me 30 years to return to Cinque Terre. Here’s what I discovered.
Read MoreUse this guide to fall in love with Cinque Terre.
Read MoreI’m so excited to share this recommendation with you.
Read MorePlanning a day trip to Florence for your next trip to Italy? Think again.
Read MoreIt’s easy to be swept away by the colors of Venice… but there’s more to captivate the eye.
Read MoreHow a beloved children’s book changed how I think about Venice. With loads of recommendations to help you enjoy even an off-season visit to La Serenissima.
Read MoreThe story of Matera lingered in my heart for years before I visited.
Read MoreOur visit to the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Read MoreHow Gallipoli takes the Italian concept of “mangia pesce” and turns it into a lifestyle and an art form.
Read MoreI bet you’ve never heard of Torre Chianca. Will you want to go there after reading this post? Let’s see….
Read MoreNew language, new rules—it can be hard to navigate Italian dining. But follow my easy instructions and you’ll have the time of your life.
Read MoreDiscover these destinations before the tourists do.
Read MorePart of the Local Guide Series — Discover Liguria with Marilyn Ricci.
Read MoreI love Italian details, especially light fixtures.
Read MoreAn American wine-guy shares why he fell in love with Le Marche, and how to explore his favorite region of Italy.
Read MoreWebsite for Michelle Damiani, author of Il Bel Centro: A Year in the Beautiful Center, the funny and heartfelt memoir of an American family living in Spello, as well as Santa Lucia, a page-turner set on the Umbria border.
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