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Gargano

Jutting out from Puglia into the Adriatic, this pastoral peninsula hosts the fishing traditions of the trabucchi, bringing fresh fish from sea to table in just minutes.

90 seconds of thunder

Every summer, Siena explodes in ceremony and spectacle as the city’s 17 neighborhoods battle in the Palio’s treacherous bareback horse races.

Southern reach

Pantelleria is Italy’s remote island at the end of the world. With a life full of fresh sea food, tomatoes and the world’s best capers, it’s the ultimate rustic escape.

Elba

Tuscany’s popular island is a destination of unmatched beauty with a regenerative atmosphere.

Sky lines

With commanding views, stunning frescoes and famous wine, the medieval city of Orvieto is Umbria’s perfect weekend getaway.

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Must-have creature comforts for the well-prepared traveler

La Lista

From chic spas to renovated Roman grottoes and everything in between,our list of ITALY’S HAUTE HOTELS offers the country’s most unique places to stay

In Transito

Beating airline food by miles, the best in-flight entertainment is had with a few simple recipes that travel well

Intervista

Journalist and author Beppe Severgnini shares a few thoughts about the culture of Italian food