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Post by Owen on Sept 11, 2020 16:21:32 GMT
1 ~~~ The Most Beautiful Places to Visit in Tuscany ~ Conde Nast ~~~ 207 Photographer Mary Quincy shows us the prettiest spots to visit and take pictures in Tuscany, Italy
Cypress alleys, patchwork fields and crumbling castellos. Everyone can picture Tuscany, but it’s not always easy to capture the immensity of the endless waves of green you see with the naked eye, or the timeless quality of ancient stone streets. Here are the prettiest places to visit in Tuscany and take pictures according to photographer Mary Quincy. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/beautiful-places-to-visit-tuscany9 August 2020
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Post by Owen on Sept 23, 2021 20:24:48 GMT
2 ~~~ The Heart of Italy ~ Toscana ~~~ I had the opportunity to make a video about Italy. At one of the most beautiful place in Europe. Fabulous landscapes, historical sights, tasteful wines and many more. This is Toscana. Original Song: Tony Anderson - Grace itunes.apple.com/us/album/sea... You can read more about Tuscany here: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TuscanyGear used: Canon 6D Lens Used: Canon EF 50mm f/1.4 USM Canon EF 70-200mm f/4 L USM Canon EF 16-35mm f/2.8L II USM The smooth shots were done with a Glidecam HD-2000. It takes a lot of practice to gain balance with it. All the slider shot were done by Edelkrone Slider Plus V2. youtu.be/2ojxjxflGWU ~ 3:58 ~ 154K views ~ June 2014 ~ chrisnyvelt ~ www.youtube.com/user/chrisnyvelt/videos
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Post by Owen on Sept 23, 2021 20:45:08 GMT
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Post by Owen on Sept 23, 2021 21:17:45 GMT
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Post by Owen on Nov 25, 2021 10:48:43 GMT
5 ~~~ The Best Airbnb’s in Italy ~~~ From rustic villas and sprawling estates to waterfront apartments and penthouses with amazing views, these are the ultimate Airbnbs to rent for your next Italian holiday. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/best-airbnbs-in-italy ~ August 2021
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Post by Owen on Nov 25, 2021 10:49:46 GMT
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Post by Owen on Nov 25, 2021 10:51:00 GMT
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Post by Owen on Nov 25, 2021 10:52:38 GMT
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Post by Owen on Nov 25, 2021 11:10:12 GMT
9 ~~~ A road trip tour of the best places in Sicily ~~~ Fall in love with some of the best places to visit in Sicily, following along this ultimate Italian road trip before hopping over to the Aeolian Islands and exploring the gritty cities ‘In Sicily it doesn’t matter whether things are done well or done badly; the sin which we Sicilians never forgive is simply that of "doing" at all.’ ― Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa, 'The Leopard' Lampedusa’s words in his 1958 novel, chronicling the decline of a noble Sicilian family during the Risorgimento, neatly sums up the state of being we were hankering after when planning this road trip in Italy. In just two weeks, we explore Lampedusa’s old noble city, Palermo, pick up the keys to a Fiat 500 and drive west to Trapani’s Scopello beach. From here, we journey through Sicily’s rural heart to the ancient columns of Agrigento, the south-east’s baroque marvels, and up the east coast via Taormina to the north-eastern tip of Sicily. We leave our little car in the port town of Milazzo and jump on a boat, bound for the sleepy Aeolian Islands. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/places-to-visit-sicily10 October 2020 ~
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Post by Owen on Nov 25, 2021 17:44:51 GMT
10 ~~~ The Dolomites: Italy's rugged, slow living region ~ Conde Nast Traveller ~~~ Italy’s ruggedly outdoorsy South Tyrol is a future-facing region where deep-rooted sustainability, alpine traditions and a focus on the homegrown have always been the way of life In Rome I caught a train north. I was going to another Italy. One by one, all the familiar bits of the country fell away – Rome’s old Justinian walls, an Umbrian campanile above tiled roofs, Tuscan farmhouses adrift in olive groves. In Florence, Brunelleschi’s dome sailed past. Somewhere near Bologna a man waited at a crossing with boxes of grapes piled on his tiny van. Perhaps I dozed as we crossed the flatlands of the Po, with that hot slab of sun at the window. Because when I looked again, somewhere beyond Trentino, there were suddenly mountains, sheer precipices, the colour of ash, a strange new vertiginous world. I sat up. www.cntraveller.com/article/the-dolomites-italySeptember 2020
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Post by Owen on Nov 25, 2021 17:48:49 GMT
11 ~~~ 104 sensationally beautiful pictures of Italy Incredible pictures of the most beautiful places in Italy Italy - the best country in the entire world, according to our Readers' Travel Awards 2017. So much beauty! Romance, art and history is everywhere - even the most humble hilltop village reveals the most picturesque treasures; its iconic cities leave you breathless at every turn: Rome's crumbling, ancient remains; Palermo's pink Baroque faded grandeur; Florence's honey-hued splendor; heart-stopping Venice, dancing with light reflections. Then there are Italy's natural wonders - the rolling hills of Tuscany; the elegance of the Italian Lakes; the sensational coastlines of the Sorrentine Peninsula, Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre. Italy has been capturing hearts and inspiring artists and writers for centuries. And yet still it turns up undiscovered delights like under-the-radar Ponza or raw and gritty Calabria with its wild beaches. Here are our favourite pictures of Italy - the most stunning images we've seen of its rich and glorious tapestry: www.cntraveller.com/gallery/beautiful-pictures-of-italy ? www.cntraveller.com/gallery/most-beautiful-places-italyIncredible pictures of the most beautiful places in Italy 2 July 2021
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Post by Owen on Nov 25, 2021 17:51:49 GMT
12 ~~~ The best beaches in Italy to visit this summer Grab a sunbed at one of these gorgeous Italian beaches Italy's seaside helped define the jet-set lifestyle of the 1950s and 1960s, with lidos and gelato-cool beach clubs setting the scene along with people-watching destinations such as Portofino and Positano. But which sands stand out from the crowd now? We pick our favourites, from the Italian mainland to the islands. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/best-beaches-in-italyJanuary 2020
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Post by Owen on Dec 6, 2021 18:47:14 GMT
13 ~~~ The 10 prettiest towns in Puglia, Italy Our choice of Puglia's most beautiful towns In a rustic corner of southern Italy, Puglia is known for its pretty towns and beautiful beaches. Traditional trullo houses, gnarly olive groves and clifftop villages perched above the Adriatic dot the region. These are our 10 favourite towns to add to any Puglia itinerary – with insider tips on where to find the best coffee, the loveliest hotels in Puglia and most incredible views. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/puglia-towns?31 August 2020
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Post by Owen on Dec 6, 2021 18:50:21 GMT
14 ~~~ A Postcard from Florence Travel to Northern Italy instantly and inhale the beauty and ancient culture of Florence with our latest Postcard video. Follow as we begin with the gothic architecture of Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral, before taking in sky-high views from the Campanile di Giotto bell tower attached to the vast complex. Move on to see the unique handmade craftwork being created at the Antico Setificio Fiorentino – one of the only remaining silk manufacturing workshops in the world – then stop off for a traditional aperitivo of bread, cured meats and crisp, cool white wine. We also venture to the iconic Boboli Gardens and Uffizi Galleries and many other insider places. Watch now and travel through the capital of Italy’s Tuscany region from afar. www.cntraveller.com/video/watch/florence-video-tourReleased: 26 November 2021
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Post by Owen on Dec 6, 2021 18:52:39 GMT
15 ~~~ A Postcard from Tuscany Discover Tuscany from afar with our latest Postcard video. Start with a walk through the beautiful town of Pitigliano, carved from volcanic stone, and wander on to the medieval village at Il Borro and Pienza town, stopping off at some of our favourite spots along the way. It also features a wine tour at the vineyard of Il Borro, a dip in the hot springs at Bagni San Filippo plus the mesmerising views of the rural Val d'Orcia in the province of Siena – watch now to be instantly transported. www.cntraveller.com/video/watch/a-postcard-from-tuscany#Released: 17 September 2021
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Post by Owen on Dec 6, 2021 18:55:19 GMT
16 ~~~ A Postcard from the Amalfi Coast Travel to the Amalfi Coast with our latest Postcard video, featuring gin-clear waters and sunset views along the southern Italy coastline. Start with a snapshot of Positano, the surreally beautiful cliffside village, and explore the handmade pieces available at Ceramica Assunta, established more than 70 years ago. Move on to the Monastero Santa Rosa hotel in the town of Conca dei Marini before taking a Sorrento Luxury Boat Tour. Check out art galleries, churches, the renowned Path of the Gods hike and finish with traditional pasta alle vongole. Watch now to be transported. www.cntraveller.com/video/watch/amalfi-coast-video-tour#Released: 19 November 2021
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Post by Owen on Dec 6, 2021 18:57:43 GMT
17 ~~~ A Postcard from Naples Travel to Naples with our latest Postcard video, featuring some of our favourite and insider places. Start at the medieval castle of Maschio Angioino in the centre and take in the ancient architecture of the city including the San Francesco di Paola church and Cattedrale Santa Maria Assunta. Wander the buzzing markets lining the streets such as Via San Gregorio Armeno and stop for divine espressos and sfogliatelle at Gran Caffé Gambrinus. Wander on to taste pizza by Ciro Oliva, stretch out on the sandy beach at Posillipo and breathe in the views from the seafront castle Castel dell'Ovo. Watch now to be transported instantly to the southern Italian city and to marvel at its natural beauty and liveliness from afar. www.cntraveller.com/video/watch/a-postcard-from-naples ? www.cntraveller.com/video/watch/naples-video-tour#29 October 2021
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Post by Owen on Dec 7, 2021 2:47:03 GMT
18 ~~~ The Best Places in Milan, Italy ~~~ Discover Milan with our latest Postcard video. Marvel at the intricate interiors of the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II, feast on the city’s tastiest pizza at Giolina restaurant, sip on cocktails overlooking Milan’s rooftops at Ceresio 7 and watch the sunset over the Navigli – this is Milan at its most magical. Check out our insider guides to Milan now ►►. www.cntraveller.com/location/milanwww.cntraveller.com/video/watch/the-best-places-in-milan-italy#1 July 2021
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Post by Owen on Jul 16, 2022 9:25:45 GMT
19 ~~~ The most beautiful places in Italy, in pictures ~ Here are our favourite pictures of Italy – the most beautiful we've seen of its rich and glorious tapestry There's no denying that Italy is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Romance, art and history is everywhere – even the most humble hilltop village reveals the most picturesque treasures; its iconic cities leave you breathless at every turn: Rome's crumbling, ancient remains; Palermo's pink Baroque faded grandeur; Florence's honey-hued splendor; heart-stopping Venice, dancing with light reflections. Then there are Italy's natural wonders – the rolling hills of Tuscany; the elegance of the Italian Lakes; the sensational coastlines of the Sorrentine Peninsula, Amalfi Coast, Cinque Terre. Italy has been capturing hearts and inspiring artists and writers for centuries. And yet still it turns up undiscovered delights like under-the-radar Ponza or raw and gritty Calabria with its wild beaches. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/most-beautiful-places-italy?‘Refresh: July 2022
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Post by Owen on Sept 3, 2022 0:36:07 GMT
20 ~~~ The best things to do in Florence, Italy Plus, where to eat, play and stay for the ultimate weekend break in Italy's most enchanting city The concept of a "new Florence" might seem like an oxymoron; like the new Botticelli or Michelangelo, two masters of the Renaissance that the city of the Rinascimento has leaned on for the last five centuries. Florence is so rich with artistic and architectural wonders, who can blame the conservative Florentines for resting on their laurels, or sore-footed visitors for having the sensation that the great Tuscan capital is just one big stifling museum? But Florence is changing. Firstly, it’s bigger: in 2021 UNESCO added the churches of San Miniato al Monte, San Salvatore al Monte, Giuseppe Poggi’s renovated ramps and Piazzale Michelangelo in the Florentine hills to its World Heritage Sites, extending the centro storico to 530 hectares. It’s also quieter, cleaner and brighter since motor vehicles were banned in the city centre and the rebirth of some of Florence's most important artworks and museums via a series of recent ambitious restorations. Meanwhile, a refreshing breeze has swept across Florence’s airless traditions. A new hotel landscape brings playful visions of the contemporary city; an energetic dining scene embraces New York-style glamour and the multi-cultural – from Neapolitan pizza sensations to Tuscan-Chinese dim sum and vegan fare (notably Amza Zahouani’s Oltrarno ventures) – alongside its traditional trattoria dishes. And a generation of artisans is breathing sustainability and diversity into Florence’s ancient arts and crafts. Since architect Paolo Desideri’s €175-million conversion of the Teatro Comunale into a multifunctional music space and opera house, urban regeneration projects go from strength to strength. The city’s former granary and army barracks are now a co-working hub and Manifattura Tabacchi, a disused tobacco factory near Piazza Puccini undergoing a progressive €250 million transformation, is destined to be Florence’s new dynamic creative and fashion hub. Italy's most enchanting city is going through a sparkly revival, with iconoclastic art, edgy architecture and quirky twists on regional food popping up everywhere. There's so much more to explore but where to begin? These are all the very best things to do in Florence. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/things-to-do-florence-italy#3 August 2022
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Post by Owen on Feb 4, 2023 3:18:55 GMT
21 ~~~ The 36 Most Beautiful Places in Italy La dolce vita, indeed. Some of the most beautiful places in Italy are also some of the most beautiful in the world. In fact, few parts of the world can claim such a range of natural beauty as Italy, from craggy peaks and verdant hills to turquoise waters lined by white-sand beaches. The country is also to some of the best art and architecture you’ll ever come across: We’re talking about the astonishing cathedrals of Rome, the rainbows of houses flanking the canals in Venice, and the modern masterpieces of Milan. And while no list of the best could possibly begin to cover them all, we’ve done our best to round up 36 of the most beautiful places in Italy. The good news? Wherever you choose to visit first, it’s sure to be a hit in this country www.cntraveler.com/galleries/2015-12-09/the-20-most-beautiful-places-in-italy?27 January 2023
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Post by Owen on Feb 12, 2023 9:04:52 GMT
22 ~~~ The best villas in Italy to rent ~~~ Our favourite sprawling stays in some of the most beautiful parts of the country Call it ‘The White Lotus’ effect, or just a return to classic la dolce vita tastes, but all eyes are on Italy for 2023. The dream scenario? A sprawling palazzo or farmhouse address to call your own – in Sicily or Tuscany, with a pool, a view and plenty of room for the whole crew. Then there are the houses, perched high along the Amalfi Coast, supersized Trullos in Puglia and beach-side mansions in Sardinia – it’s little wonder Italy is renowned around the world for it’s astonishing mix of properties to take over as your own. The buildings on this list include grand mansions once owned by aristocrats as well as more pared-back homestays for a small group. Some are blow-the-budget expensive, while others cost from as little as £11 per person per night. But all are smart hideouts in our favourite corners of the country. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/villas-in-italy?3 February 2023
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Post by Owen on Sept 13, 2023 8:44:08 GMT
23 ~~~ The best hotels in VeniceThe loveliest places to stay in Venice, from grande dame palazzos to quirky guesthouses With its 150 canals, 400 bridges and magnificent 16th- and 17th-century palaces and piazzas, it is no surprise that Venice is considered one of the prettiest cities in Europe. It's only natural then that the hotels within Italy's floating city offer up baroque bedrooms draped in decadent velvets and contemporary, while creative crashpads invite a star-studded cast of culture vultures and creatives. Venice is no stranger to the hordes and when the crowds come they're mostly here to chase that elusive canal view. If you have deep pockets you can get a VIP front row seat to such sought-after sights – Il Palazzo Experimental enjoys postcard views over the Giudecca Canal, the garden at The St Regis. overlooks the Grand Canal. But it's not all velvet decadence and million dollar views. Venice is home to some charming boutique stays too – we love the laidback and lovely Casa Burano. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/best-hotels-in-venice?10 Sept 2023
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Post by Owen on Nov 20, 2023 10:11:36 GMT
24 ~~~ The best things to do in Milan ~ CNT The must-sees of Italy’s fashion and design capital Famously known for its exceptional fashion scene, the legacy of Leonardo Da Vinci, iconic hotels and landmarks, fine cuisine and strong culture, Milan is an extraordinary city with a rich history. Millions of arrivals take place every year and there is a reason why many gravitate to Milan as it is the home to numerous renowned art-works such as Madonna of the Book by Sandro Botticelli, The Fourth Estate by Giuseppe Pellizza da Volpedo and Rondanini Pietà by Michelangelo but also to huge fashion legends such as Versace, Prada, Dolce & Gabbana and Bottega Veneta. Whether with family or friends, for a week or weekend, there is a plethora of options when comes to things to do in Milan, making it the perfect trip for any traveller. The city is also very much recognised as having some of the most accessible and comprehensive transport links in Italy which make travelling in and around, pretty simple. I have returned here a number of times, on some occasions, solo and on others with loved ones but each visit feels like the first as there is always something new to experience. So without further ado, these are the best things to do in Milan. www.cntraveller.com/gallery/best-things-to-do-in-milan?14 November 2023
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Post by Owen on Nov 20, 2023 10:15:33 GMT
25 ~~~ The best things to do in Puglia When visiting the heel of Italy's boot, these are the most amazing things to do in Puglia Over the past couple of years, Puglia has become one of Italy's trending destinations – but there is more to the region than just photo-worthy locations. Puglia is home to numerous folkloric traditions, ancient histories and diverse landscapes, from the dramatic coastline along the Parco Nazionale del Gargano to the scattered trulli in the Valle d’Itria and the crystalline beaches of Salento. It’s truly difficult to narrow down the best things to do in Puglia, but the following 11 are the most spectacular experiences you need to consider on your next trip. www.cntraveller.com/article/best-things-to-do-puglia#30 October 2023
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Post by Owen on Nov 20, 2023 10:20:07 GMT
26 ~~~ An insider's guide to Turin, Italy's most tasteful city-break destination right now The ultimate guide of where to stay, eat, drink – plus all the historical sites worth seeing on a long weekend The beauty of Turin is that it’s all about the niche. Yes, there are grand boulevards, ancient ruins, grand coffee shops festooned with chandeliers, world-leading museums and household brands that pierce Italy’s borders (hello Fiat and Lavazza) but look beyond the obvious and you’ll quickly realise there’s no other city in Italy quite like it. At first glance, Piedmont’s capital looks more like a romanticised ode to Paris. Explore the ultra-moody streets, however, and you’ll get an authentic dose of Italy. Extraordinary royal palazzi, avant-garde galleries, bookstores, chiselled gardens, and miles upon miles of baroque architectural masterpieces – and then there are the restaurants. Slow food and top-notch wines are the real deal and every decent restaurant in the city is consistently booked up. In short, there’s not one palazzo, courtyard, street, shop, or institution left untouched by this city’s infectious drive for its epicurean, historic and deeply artistic personality. www.cntraveller.com/article/best-things-to-do-turin28 January 2023
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