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Travel Agony Aunt received the following question from a traveler planning a relaxing break in the region of Rome, Italy:

Dear Travel Agony Aunt,
My husband and I are coming to Rome next week and are planning a weekend out of the city. Can you suggest a… read full article

Summer holiday movie: If you love Barcelona do not miss the upcoming Woody Allen’s film starring Scarlett Johansson, Penelope Cruz and Javier Bardem. ‘Vicky Cristina Barcelona‘, the story of two American girls on a summer vacation in Spain, was shot in Barcelona, Avilés and Oviedo.

British traveler stereotype… read full article

A delicious meal is always a great way to splurge on your holiday, but have you ever wondered about the history and meaning behind the cuisine you were eating? If so, you’ll want to check out Context Travel’s Annotated Dinner, which is taking place in Venice on September… read full article

Admit it, the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Germany is beer and sausage. It is a common stereotype, but it hides one of the true culinary jewels this country has to offer: its wine. But with labels filled with strange acronyms… read full article

If Germany is one of the stops on your summer itinerary this year, one unbeatable cultural experience are the many wine festivals taking place throughout one of the county’s 13 wine regions.

At these festivals the spotlight shines on regional and local wines, food and… read full article

Italian wine is like Italian politics; it’s complicated, barely understood by the rest of the world, and often breaks its own rules. It is also delicious and diverse.

From the fragrant whites of the north, to the sun drenched reds of the south, Italian wine is pure pleasure… read full article

Grand Hotel Rimini celebrates 100 years. The splendid 5-star hotel that inspired Italian film director Federico Fellini for his Academy-awarded movie Amarcord, was designated national historic landmark in 1994 and is now member of the Italian Select Hotels chain.

The recent ban on pigeon feeding in Venice, Italy… read full article

Whoever visits Tuscany, Italy is struck most of all by its landscapes: passion and tradition are evident in the way the land is worked, the tidy farmhouses surrounded by green meadows, and hillsides covered with olive trees and vineyards.

But the landscape changes, and… read full article

One of the main pleasures of traveling is discovering new food and drink. Not only are these delicious treats enjoyable in themselves, but they are such an important part of any culture that getting to know them is one of the very best ways to get the feel for a… read full article

Burgundy, France, is historically highly regarded for its wines, excellent Pinot Noir red wines and Chardonnay white wines. The region, called Bourgogne in French, offers great food and wine and has a rich heritage for you to discover: Gallic remains, Romanesque towers and countless breathtaking châteaux, or manor houses.
Enjoy your stay in… read full article

Mělník is probably my favorite town I’ve visited so far in the Czech Republic.

Situated approximately 22 miles north of Prague, it is not as known for the architecture or history, but it can be described as quaint, picturesque, and serene… read full article