I Love Italian Travel - May Attractions Of Central Italy, Part I

So you are planning to spend your May holidays in Tuscany or elsewhere in central Italy. Don't worry; there are lots and lots of special spring events that simply aren't available in the good old summertime. Here are some of them. Get rolling; May is almost upon us. We start our virtual tour in Tuscany on the western Tyrrhenian Sea coast and then proceed clockwise  to The Marches on the Adriatic Sea. There are so many things to see and do in central Italy in May that this is the first of three articles.

Vacationing In Paris - Finding the Best Neighborhood For Your Stay

If you are planning a trip to Paris, you will find an overwhelming number of luxury hotels, inns, hostels and even private apartments available for rental in almost every neighborhood. The most important factor to consider is the location. The perfect location will depend on individual preferences. Visitors will often hear the terms "Left Bank" and "Right Bank" regarding Paris neighborhoods, referring to the southern and northern sides of the Seine River, respectively.  Here are some districts (or arrondissements) to consider for your stay.

Things to do While in Florence, Italy

Florence is one of the most exciting cities in Italy with plenty to do for everyone from museums and art galleries to shopping and eating. This article will highlight some of the most interesting Florence Italy tourism spots.

Easily the most visited square in Florence is the Piazza della Signoria which is an open-air sculpture exhibit. The Loggia della Signoria is home to famous statues such as a copy of Michelangelo's David and the Fountain of Neptune. This square is in the historic center of Florence and is one of the highlights of the city.

I Love Touring Italy - Springtime In Apulia

Apulia, also known as Puglia, is a long thin region of southern Italy facing on the Adriatic Sea. Because it is a southern region, spring comes here fairly early. On March 19 the town of Cisternino located about 30 miles (50 kilometers) northwest of Brindisi hosts the Festival of the Gnemerlidde held in honor of its patron San Giuseppe. In case you don't know, gnemerlidde are lamb giblets cut into strips and rolled up before they are skewered and grilled. Enjoy them with other local specialties including olives ricotta and pecorino goat's milk cheese. And don't forget the local wine. The community of  San Marzano di San Giuseppe, population about 10 thousand, near the inside coast on the Gulf of Taranto holds celebrations based on local food specialties rooted in the population's Albanian origins.