Archive for the ‘Our Favorite Things’ Category
Why We Love Lucca
8 fun activities to do in Lucca Italy
In: Destination Spotlight, Italy Travel Advice, Italy Vacation Activities, Italy Vacation Destinations, Lucca, Our Favorite Things · Tagged with: cultural activities, family vacations, homebase abroad, italian villa rentals, italian villa travel, Italy events, Italy Travel Advice, Italy with Children, Lucca, luxury villa rentals, luxury villa travel, travel activities, Tuscany, vacation activities
Happy Saint Joseph’s Day!
The Feast of Saint Joseph is a time families prepare breads, decorate alters and welcome spring with sweets and zeppoles.
In: Events in Italy, Foods of Italy, Italian Festivals, Italy Travel Advice, Our Favorite Things · Tagged with: cultural activities, Feast of St. Joseph, food, italian cooking, italian festivals, Italy events, regions in Tuscany
Valentine’s Day in Italy. That’s Amore!
Romantic Italian activities to celebrate Valentine’s Day.
In: Italy Vacation Destinations, Italy Villa Rentals, Our Favorite Things · Tagged with: cultural activities, Florence, holidays in Italy, italian villa rentals, Italy events, romance, Rome, travel tips, vacation activities, Valentine's Day
Antoinetta’s Tiramisu
Homebase Abroad’s Mara Solomon divulges the Tiramisu recipe of Antoinetta the chef for Villa Le Ripe in Tuscany.
In: Italy Vacation Destinations, Italy Villa Rentals, Our Favorite Things, Uncategorized · Tagged with: family vacations, food, italian villa rentals, Tuscany, Tuscany Villas, vacation villas, villa rentals
Positano By Night: Chic Bars We Love
Stand at the bar and be a local — at least for a night.
In: Our Favorite Things · Tagged with: bars, nightlife
Fresh Mozzarella and Gracious Locals in Argegno
When I have a break in my schedule, this is where I hide out for a big salad with fresh mozzarella that tastes of Naples even though I am looking at Lake Como.
In: Our Favorite Things · Tagged with: Lake Como villas, restaurant recommendation, travel guide
Como’s Finest Tartufo and Balsamico: Lunch at Navedano
Navedano delivered more than a lunch. It was an induction. And a lovely three hours at that.
In: Our Favorite Things · Tagged with: fine dining, Italy Travel Advice, Lake Como villas, seasons
Spring Is the Time for Gelato, Giro and Gaddi
In Italy, wonderful Spring celebrations abound. Here are a few of our favorites.
In: Our Favorite Things · Tagged with: cultural activities, Florence, Italy events, seasons
Italy Travel Contest: Win a $500 Credit
Artists have written songs about them. Authors have penned books about them. And countless photographers have captured them on film. But has anyone ever counted the stairs of Positano?
In: Our Favorite Things, Uncategorized · Tagged with: Amalfi Coast villas, travel discounts
Our Favorite Things: Orvieto
One of our favorite destinations in Italy, Orvieto works for every age and taste.
In: Our Favorite Things · Tagged with: cooking classes, family vacations, Italy with Children, Umbria
