CIU Travel - Concierge in Umbria

16/08/2024

If you are traveling in Venice and are looking for a departure from traditional art, look no further!! 🎨

Christoph Büchel’s vast installation in Venice is compelling, obsessive and sometimes hilarious.

15/08/2024

You should have booked your trip with CIU Travel - Concierge in Umbria !! 😁

14/08/2024

Yesterday was National Prosecco Day, but we encourage you to continue observing! 🥂

With all due respect to the French, the world's favorite bubbly is now officially Italian.

13/08/2024

While it's always a bit difficult to see summer coming to a close, have you thought about a fall vacation????

Though most travelers take their big trips during the summer months, by far the best season to visit Italy is after the high season heat and crowds have

12/08/2024

It's that time of year again...

Of all the confounding holidays—of which Italy has many --perhaps the one that most often trips up the traveler is Ferragosto.

08/08/2024

Bologna is a beautiful destination and one that we encourage our travelers to explore!

Though Bologna is perfectly positioned as a stopover between Florence and Venice, this bustling university town—the largest in Emilia

07/08/2024

Many of us were taught that breakfast is the most important meal of the day. The Italians have a slightly different take. ☕🥐

Italians typically eat light breakfasts for a quick burst of energy. Here's what you can expect to eat and drink for breakfast if you're traveling to Italy.

06/08/2024

Italy is known for its wine; but if your beverage of choice is craft beer, you will have many options throughout your Italia travels! 🍻

Learn about the evolution of craft beer in Italy and discover the best brands, and breweries, you should check out on your next trip.

05/08/2024

In the excitement of the Olympics, for many one of the clear winners is CHEESE! 🇮🇹

Italian gymnast Giorgia Villa has sent fans wild with her photos posing with Parmigiano-Reggiano (parmesan) cheese taken when she had a cheesemaker sponsorship deal.

01/08/2024

Theater is expanding in Florence...! 🎭

Don't miss Jeff Goldblum at Teatro Niccolini on September 20, 2024.

30/07/2024

What an incredible gift to the world...

Roberto Linguanotto, the Italian pastry chef credited with inventing the modern version of the popular dessert Tiramisù, died on Sunday at the age of 81.

25/07/2024

While many of us are on a constant search for healthy eating, you may want to go "old school" and get a bit of advice from an Italian grandmother!

Photo courtesy of MGN / Pexels By Shruthi Baskaran-Makanju Fresh ingredients. Meals made from scratch. Enough food for the whole family. All seasoned with the most important ingredient: A healthy dose of love. Lately, it seems like everyone’s been talking about the Mediterranean diet: The science-...

22/07/2024

There are hundreds of pasta shapes, but is there one that's used more than the others??? 🍝

There are an estimated 350 types of pasta in the world, but Italians have a clear preference for a simple shape you probably already have in your pantry.

19/07/2024

While most of us aren't quite ready for the Tour de France which started in Florence this year, you may enjoy a more casual approach to cycling in Italy. We have a few tips...! 🚲

One of the things we love about our Italian pied-a-terre in Foligno is how easy and pleasant it is to get around the city center by bike. Unlike most hilltop

16/07/2024

If you saw Cinema Paradiso, you may remember the romanticism inspired by outdoor films in Italy. This is a bit more high tech, but who can deny the perfect atmosphere!?!? 🎥

The city has a spectacular series of film showings in unforgettable venues. Here's our round-up of the outdoor cinema venues in Florence.

15/07/2024

Many think of Italian cuisine as more appropriate for colder weather; but we have a few tasty suggestions for your summer dining!

Just because you have a craving for Italian food doesn’t mean you have to labor over a steaming dish of pasta. Italy is a Mediterranean country, after all,

12/07/2024

We're getting closer... If you find yourself in Siena August 16th, don't miss the festivities!!!!

Italy is a land of festivals. Religious festivals, historic festivals, festivals that celebrate food or wine, festivals

11/07/2024

In case you were looking for another way to enjoy gelato...🍨

Why don't we talk about gelato and espresso more?

10/07/2024

Back to Parma!! 🎼

We are thrilled to invite you to join us for an unforgettable journey to Italy from October 10-14, 2024, for Teatro Regio di Parma's annual Festival Verdi.

09/07/2024

If wine is your beverage of choice - a little refresher on wonderful Italian choices for your summer enjoyment! 🍷🍇

Beer is often the go-to summer beverage in the US, but there are some excellent lighter Italian wines which are perfect for your August barbeque, dinner

08/07/2024

Those of you who are starting to get ready for your Italian summer adventure may want a quick refresher on what to pack!!

You’re coming to Italy! You’ve settled on dates and together we’ve crafted a dream itinerary around our favorite boutique hotels, local restaurants, and

05/07/2024

Is it any wonder that one of the most popular salads ever made was created by an Italian??? 🥗

Thank Caesar Cardini if you have ever ordered a Caesar salad at a restaurant – on July 4, 1924, the Italian immigrant is said to have invented it to feed Californians at his restaurant in Tijuana, Mexico.

04/07/2024

Wishing you all a safe and happy July 4th from all of us at CIU Travel! ❤️🤍💙🤍💚🤍❤️

03/07/2024

Your high-end Italian restaurant may be taking some short cuts! Some tips to ensure you're experiencing the real deal!...🍷🍝

Stefano Secchi, a Michelin-starred Italian chef, says to look out for over-sauced pasta and mislabeled menu items at high-end Italian restaurants.

02/07/2024

The long history of hat making continues at the hands of skilled artisans in Florence and Tuscany...🎩👒

Numerous luxury artisanal milliners in Florence cite the city’s historic hat-making practice as an inspiration for design and technique.

27/06/2024

You may not care where it originated - only that it IS 😋, but in case you were wondering...

In Treviso Italy, the likely birthplace of the dessert, we discover the origins of tiramisù are trifled. Here's a brief history of tiramisù.

26/06/2024

If you have a zeal for bacon, look no further!!! 🥓

Larderia Mafalda is one of the oldest lardo producers in Colonnata, Italy

25/06/2024

Thank you to all who sent birthday wishes! It was great to hear from friends from all the places I've lived and worked - Facebook's highest and best function. Locally, Maria Gabriella Landers organized a perfect seafood dinner with a small group of friends to celebrate. As I enter my 'Studio 54' year, I plan to keep the 80's dance party going late into the night. Thanks again and much love to you all! Maria Gabriella Landers

24/06/2024

The definition of art is somewhat fluid, but when there is an outdoor installation, the "audience" may have a different idea altogether! 🐮🎨

The Basel Social Club is a rebellious alternative to the more buttoned-up art fair that descends on the Swiss city of Basel each year.

21/06/2024

Summer is here and with it, the season's perfect vegetable...um... fruit... 🍅

Italian cuisine is famously seasonal, and that is especially true when the summer bounty is at its height. During the months from May to October, the outdoor