Italy is one of the most visited countries in Europe, yet you can still get off the beaten path by travelling with a sense of quest rather than simply ticking landmarks off a list. Meaningful journeys send us on a search, and while we seek, we become open to being changed.
So, explore Renaissance Florence by following in the footsteps of the Medici and Leonardo da Vinci. Immerse yourself in medieval Italy by meandering the stone streets of Assisi. Bring ancient Rome to life through its buried palaces and living ruins.
Beyond the cities, Italy is also a country of national parks and protected landscapes that shelter some of Europe’s most iconic wildlife. This category brings together guides to cities, museums, landscapes and national parks, so you can experience both the cultural and natural sides of this incredible country.
Florence is a spellbinding city. It is essentially a 505-hectare open-air fine art museum where people have lived for two thousand years. Established by Julius Caesar in 59 BC, the … Read more
“Even the smallest feline is a masterpiece of nature” – Leonardo da Vinci When most people hear the words ‘Renaissance cats’, they imagine portraits of their pets decked out in … Read more