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Easter in Italy: traditional events & cuisine off the beaten track
Visiting Italy during Easter is a truly entertaining and unforgettable occasion: folklore festivals and religious processions invade large towns and tiny villages from North to South. You will be surprised by the amount and variety of traditional events that go well...
Along Hollywood’s tracks… in Tuscany
A movie treasure hunt? Tuscany, oh Tuscany… so full of charm, history and mesmerizing landscapes! Unsurprisingly, many directors have decided to use this picture-perfect backdrop for their movies since the early days of cinematography. If you are a film fanatic who...
Jewish Rome, between history and authentic cuisine
A bit of history... The Jewish community in Rome dates as far back as 161 BC, making it one of the oldest Jewish communities in Europe. It is thought that trade links, coupled with the harmonious way in which many communities coexisted in the city at the time,...
Italian chocolate: a gourmet itinerary
Chocolate is a top-gift contender for any special occasion. Italian chocolate, in particular, is a favorite for many – and for obvious reasons: ancient tradition, artisanal creations and selected ingredients distinguish the genuine flavors of Italy’s cocoa products....
North vs South: Italy’s Carnivals off the beaten track
If you are suffering from the February “blues” – i.e. you live somewhere with long winters and you have had enough of hibernating inside from the cold and dreary outdoors – it is time for a colorful and energizing break. And Italy offers just that with its thrilling...
Why should you embrace seasonal travel?
At Italian Special Occasions DMC, we are firm supporters of Seasonality, something we believe should be more than a concept - it is an actual movement for a more educated tourism. Why? Seasonal travel means that you take advantage of the best seasonal time to visit a...