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Davines' Davide Bollati Talks Sustainability and Beauty
An interview with Davide Bollati, the visionary behind Davines. Davide shares the inspiring journey of transforming haircare to a sustainabiliity pioneer.
11 Most Beautiful Pools In Italy By Correspondent Erica Firpo
A round-up of awe-inspiring oases worthy of a swim and a selfie, in Italy.
An Airport Is Reopening in One of Italy’s Most Beloved Destinations
The Salerno Costa d’Amalfi Airport will reopen on July 11 after being closed since 2016. Here’s which airlines will be flying there.
Doladira’s Alpine Aperitivi
An interview with Meredith Erickson, the creator of Doladira, a fresh Alpine spirit with minimal sugar and captivating design.
This New Boutique Hotel in Venice Connects You to the City’s Best Artisans
Read an in-depth review of the new boutique hotel, Violino d'Oro in Venice, Italy and why it's worth booking a stay here.
I Went to Massimo Bottura's Newest Restaurant in Modena, Italy
Massimo Bottura's newest restaurant
Venice Is Cracking Down on Overtourism With New Rules for Visitors
From a new entrance fee that goes into effect this spring, to new limits on tour group sizes, Venice, Italy, is cracking down on overtourism in 2024.
Your ultimate ‘White Lotus’ itinerary for Sicily
Allt the amazing locations, hotels, restaurant, sites plus more in White Lotus season 2 in Sicily.
The second-timer’s guide to Rome
Get a different take on the city’s famous history, art, and food.
10 Top Things To Do In Milan’s Historic Center
10 must-stop spots in Milan’s historic center.
The Panettone Episode
If you tell you me you don’t like panettone (aka the Italian Christmas cake), then I’ll tell you that you’ve never had a true, artisanal panettone. A converstaion about what makes panettone the best, how to eat and why it is iconic with Italy's very best panettone bakers Giovanni Giberti of Panificio Pasticceria Marinato.
Deconstructing the Myths of Italy with Jenna Spray
A conversation that deconstructs myths of Italy with Jenna Spray
Slow Food, Fast Cars with Lara Gilmore
Recipes for Hospitality- interview with Lara Gilmore
Ciao Bella’s Insider Rome Guide
Ciao Bella's guide to Rome for SALETE. A curated selection of best places to eat, sleep, see in the Eternal City by Erica Firpo.