Category Archives: Italy
Bells, books and burrata: a cyclist’s guide to Puglia
Antonello Losito is a worldly and well-travelled native of Puglia, Southern Italy, and former professional cyclist. His passion in life is to share the food, landscape and culture of his home region with other travelers and he does so splendidly when … Continue reading
4 great gift ideas for moms who love cycling
Forget breakfast in bed as a Mother’s Day gift you have a mom in your life who loves to ride – chances are she’s out cycling on the roads or trails long before her children are out of bed! With … Continue reading
5 palate pleasers in Puglia
Puglia (Apulia), you may have heard of it, but where is it? This region of Italy is found in the ‘boot heel’ area of Italy and on your self-guided tour of this region you will more or less follow the … Continue reading
Trip timing tips and the benefits of self-guided travel
Europe’s self-guided, active travel leader, Pure Adventures, designs game plans for adventurous cycling vacations throughout Europe and the UK, suggests that one way to get into the heart of a country is to drop into a local festival. In the … Continue reading
The 4 P’s of Pienza: why you need to discover this perfect Italian city
Tiny Pienza is packed with history. Widely regarded as the “ideal” city of the Renaissance, Pope Pius II transformed the Italian village he was born in, into his vision of a perfect city. The Pope used his influence and … Continue reading
Struffoli Recipe
Struffoli – An Italian Holiday Favorite! You don’t have to be in Italy to enjoy a tradition Christmas dessert; although I know we all would like to be there. Struffoli is a Neapolitan dish made of deep fried balls of … Continue reading
4 famous festivals in Tuscany
Rooted in history, Tuscany is one our most popular destinations for its food, sun, lifestyle, wine and relaxation – even Olympic road cycling medalist Kristin Armstrong names Tuscany as one of her favorite vacation spots. But for travelers looking to make … Continue reading
Winter in the Dolomites
8 Reasons to Visit the Dolomites in Winter Ideally located just south of the main chain of the Alps, the Dolomite Mountains offer visitors the perfect combination of outdoor adventure and fascinating cultural discovery. Covering an area of 90,000 mountainous … Continue reading
Basilica of San Francesco d’Assisi
Umbria’s One of a Kind Basilica Given its long, rich history, and having been home to countless infamous artists and architects, it’s no wonder Italy remains at the forefront of destinations with beautiful monuments to explore and behold. One of … Continue reading
The Splendid Sardinia
Sardinia – Italy’s Enchanting Island Sardinia, one of Italy’s cherished islands, has long been known for its miles of unspoiled coastline, spectacular beaches, charming islands and enchanting seaside resorts. But venture inland, you’ll discover the sights are just as breathtaking, … Continue reading
