Italy Photo of the Day
1 May 2020

Italy Photo of the Day

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Lake Como seems magical to me, and this scene in the small village of Varenna needs no words. Have you traveled to Varenna on Lake Como? I’d love to hear your about your experiences, so please leave a comment. For … Continued

Seaside Photos in Italy
22 Jun 2017

Seaside Photos in Italy

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Beautiful beach scenes and seaside views abound in Italy. Since Italy is a peninsula with two large islands, Sardinia and Sicily, plus countless smaller islands, it’s not surprising  to discover these beach scenes in Italy.  As you know I love … Continued

Outdoor Shrines in Italy – Italian Culture
24 Jul 2016

Outdoor Shrines in Italy – Italian Culture

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I love noticing the differences in the Italian culture, and one that seems pronounced is the existence of outdoor shrines in almost every city and town in Italy. Despite the commonly-held perception that Italy is a Catholic country, the latest … Continued

Architecture of Italy
24 May 2016

Architecture of Italy

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One of the many highlights in Italy is the spectacular architecture. Not only the age of some of Italy’s monuments but the style and sheer beauty is what strikes me. Spanning almost 3000 years, Italy’s diverse architectural styles reflect the … Continued

Lombardy: Milan and More – Guest Post
15 May 2016

Lombardy: Milan and More – Guest Post

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Today I am  pleased to feature a guest post by Sara Mazzucato, a copywriter from Padua, Italy. Enjoy. Lombardy mon amour: From the romantic Sforza Castle to the beautiful Lake Maggiore and its “Fornaci di Caldè” Have you ever been … Continued

Pescallo – A Short Walk from Bellagio on Lake Como
16 Aug 2015

Pescallo – A Short Walk from Bellagio on Lake Como

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Pescallo is a small quiet village on Lake Como and is located less than a mile from the larger resort town of Bellagio. Having read about this place as being a little fishing community away from the tourist area, I … Continued

I Am in Love with Italy – No Words Needed
23 Mar 2014

I Am in Love with Italy – No Words Needed

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No words needed to understand the beauty of Italy. Check out these images from bella Italia.

Lake Como, Italy Photos
20 Apr 2013

Lake Como, Italy Photos

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Lake Como is one of the most beautiful places I have seen and lends itself to some opportunities to capture gorgeous photos. Enjoy some  Lake Como, Italy photos, from  scenes in Varenna, Bellagio, Pescallo, and Menaggio. Varenna Steep Staircase in … Continued

Scenes from Italy – A Short Movie
27 Feb 2013

Scenes from Italy – A Short Movie

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I am supposed to be writing today according to my own self-imposed agenda, and I did write this morning. I still have to finish two articles by  tomorrow afternoon, but somehow got sidetracked looking through my photos of Italy. Imagine … Continued

Contest Results and Winner Announced
15 Oct 2012

Contest Results and Winner Announced

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As promised after 5pm today I would post the results of the photo locations and announce the winner of the contest, who will receive an autographed copy of “Memoirs of a Solo Traveler – My Love Affair with Italy.” One … Continued

Margie in Italy
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