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Discover South Tyrol, the peak of indulgence this winter
Situated in the Italian Alps between Verona and Innsbruck, South Tyrol is home to the dramatic Dolomite mountains, and offers over 300 days of sunshine a year. With over 40 new hotels and spas in the last five years, the world’s largest ski network, stunning alpine scenery and an eclectic Mediterranean and Tyrolean cultural mix, South Tyrol is every winter sport enthusiast’s dream.
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Italy: Spirit of Palladio
Saturday, 20 September 2008
When better to marvel at the Palladian gems of Vicenza and the surrounding Italian countryside than the 500th anniversary of the great architect's birth? By Anthony Lambert
Florence, Italy
Saturday, 9 August 2008
Europe's capital of Renaissance art is a great weekend break destination in late summer – and the fine Italian food on offer will fuel your quest for cultural nourishment
Itay: Walking up an appetite
Saturday, 2 August 2008
Trekking across Umbria to Assisi might sound like a pilgrimage, but for Robin Lustig, the delights of the journey, from great scenery to gastronomy, were as sensual as they were spiritual
The Complete Guide to Italian art towns
Saturday, 19 July 2008
In northern Italy, you don't need to visit a big city to see spectacular art. Harriet O'Brien presents a cultural itinerary of frescos, paintings and sculptures – all off the beaten track
The Complete Guide To: Puglia
Saturday, 28 June 2008
Breathtaking coastlines, diverse architecture and Italy's most famous road all await you in the heel of Italy. James Hill reports
Shooting star: A football holiday in Italy
Saturday, 21 June 2008
Forte Village’s Soccer School in Sardinia puts kids through their paces, while you pace yourself, says Brian Viner
Five Luxury Sicilian Bolt-Holes
Saturday, 7 June 2008
From farm estates to palazzos, stay in style on the Med’s biggest island
The island of Ischia: Glorious mud
Saturday, 17 May 2008
From the ancient Romans to Hollywood stars, visitors have flocked to the island of Ischia to experience its health-giving spas and volcanic face packs. Terri Judd enjoys a pampering
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