Peschiera del Garda is a charming old town on Lake Garda that sits in a real Venetian fortress, and is flanked by bright blue canals. The fortress is a living UNESCO World Heritage Site that you can walk around, and enjoy wonderful dining, drinking, and shopping at the same time. Peschiera del Garda offers beautiful …
Full disclosure: I never thought I’d enjoy staying at a place like this! Camping Bella Italia is a huge, self-contained, family resort on Lake Garda. It has bungalows, mobile homes, campsites, apartments, and even hotels. There are children everywhere. But for the convenience, value and kids activities that Camping Bella Italia offers, I’m now a …
Clear blue waters, majestic mountains, colorful flowers in bloom. . . Lake Garda is mesmerizing. Not only that, the lake offers a myriad of activities that are fun for kids, and fun for adults to do along with kids too! There’s walking, swimming, biking, shopping for souvenirs, kid-friendly dining, and even theme parks! My guide …
Mesmerizing clear waters, majestic mountains, flowers in bloom. . . Lake Garda is a sight to behold. The lake offers a dizzying variety of activities, including walking, biking, shopping, dining, drinking, and even theme parks! My guide, based on my most recent trip in June 2023, will help you prioritize where to visit and what …
Ever wondered what an Italian amusement park is like? With over 30 rides and millions of visitors each year, Gardaland is Italy’s largest and most famous amusement park. If you’re wondering whether to go to Gardaland and when, I’ve got you covered. Not only that, I have tips on getting tickets, how to get to …
You may or may not have heard of patron saint days, but they can have a big impact on your trip to Italy. Learn about what patron saint days are, how Italians celebrate them, who Italy’s national patron saints are, and a list of some of the patron saint days in cities and towns all …
Here’s a month-by-month rundown of holidays in Italy. Holidays can affect store and museum closings, availability, prices, crowds and more. Use this list to plan your Italy trip, or to time your plans if you’re already here in Italia! On public holidays in Italy, almost everything is closed. My list also includes cultural and religious …
Qual’è il tuo mese preferito? What’s your favorite month? Learn the Italian names for the months of the year, how to pronounce them, and their correct abbreviation. Find out how to use the months of the year in Italian, what prepositions to use with them, and how to talk about dates. I’ll give you plenty …
Buon San Valentino! Ready to sweep your lover off their feet this Valentine’s Day? We’ve got all the phrases you’ll need to woo them with words. Learn different ways to wish your special someone a Happy Valentine’s Day, and how to say them correctly. We’ve also got you covered with how to reply if a …
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Italians use different phrases to express different aspects of love, like romantic love, attraction, and platonic and familial love. Make sure to use the right one! Should you say ti amo or ti voglio bene to your boyfriend or girlfriend? Should you use sono innamorato di te or mi piaci when you’re attracted to someone? …
