04/05/2024
Yes, please! 💚 🤍 ❤️ Never been, but can’t wait to explore. Where is everyone’s favorite place in Italy and why?
🇮🇹 𝟵 𝗠𝗨𝗦𝗧-𝗩𝗜𝗦𝗜𝗧 𝗜𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀...
How many have you been to?
1️⃣ Venice: Get lost in the labyrinthine canals and alleyways of Venice, a city built on water.
Keep an eye out for hidden gems, like Libreria Acqua Alta, one of the most unique bookstores in the world, with books piled high on shelves and even bathtubs, a quirky defense against the occasional acqua alta!
2️⃣ Gargano: Trade your gondola for hiking boots and explore the rugged beauty of the ancient Umbra Forest in the Gargano National Park.
After your hike, cool off on the white-sand beaches of the Baia delle Zagare, where the crystal-clear Adriatic Sea laps against the shore.
3️⃣ Salento: The Southern-most province of Puglia, the Salento is full of white-washed villages. Dive into the crystal-clear Adriatic, where colorful sea life puts on a dazzling underwater show.
Afterward, savor orecchiette, a local pasta shaped like little ears, a delicious reminder of the region's culinary heritage.
4️⃣ Sicily: Witness the fiery spirit of Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano. Then, explore the Valley of the Temples, where ancient Greek ruins whisper tales of bygone eras.
And don't forget about the beautiful beaches! Sicily has plenty!
5️⃣ Coast of the Gods (Calabria): Unwind on the idyllic beaches of the Coast of the Gods, where the sparkling Tyrrhenian Sea meets dramatic cliffs.
This is one of the quietest and most pristine coastal retreats in all of Italy.
6️⃣ The Amalfi Coast: Wind your way along dramatic cliffside roads that hug the coastline, stopping to peek into pastel-colored villages that cascade down the mountains like colorful confetti. Experience the ultimate "Dolce Vita"!
7️⃣ Sardinia: Endless pristine, white-sand beaches where the water shimmers like sapphires. Delve into the island's prehistoric past by exploring the mysterious, beehive-shaped Nuragic towers.
8️⃣ The Italian Riviera: Mingle with the glamorous crowds in Portofino, a postcard-perfect village frequented by the jet set.
Be sure to also explore charming seaside towns, such as the Cinque Terre, Portovenere and Tellaro, where fishermen mend their nets and the scent of fresh focaccia fills the air.
9️⃣ The Tuscan Archipelago: Island hop through a paradise of secluded coves and hidden beaches. Snorkel in crystal-clear waters teeming with marine life, and explore charming fishing villages where time seems to stand still.
Elba Island is the main attraction, home to some of the Italy's finest beaches.
Which of these unforgettable destinations have you ticked off your bucket list?
