17+ Spots That Prove Italy Is as Spectacular as You Think It Is
I DOUBT this is a surprise to anyone, but Italy is spectacular. So you know it’s visually beautiful — as shown below — but did you know: it’s home to Europe’s only three active volcanoes; at 50, it has more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than anywhere else in the world; the first battery was developed in Italy; and pizza was invented there (OK, you probably did know that). Here are several more reasons that prove it should be high on your list to visit.
Editor’s note: These spots are all taken directly from travelstoke®, a new app from Matador that connects you with fellow travelers and locals, and helps you build trip itineraries with spots that integrate seamlessly into Google Maps and Uber. Download the app to add any of the spots below directly to your future trips. All photos by author except where noted.
Positano, Amalfi Coast
Le SirenusePositano, ItalyCollecting postcards in Positano 💌
When in Positano, a stay / lunch / dinner (or all of the above) at Le Sirenuse is mandatory.
Montepulciano, Tuscany
Tuscany delivers on its stereotypes; an abundance of serenity and hospitality.
Burano, Venice
The relentlessly creative people of Burano (an hour by boat from Venice) know a thing or two about colour.
Vernazza, Cinque Terre
RiomaggioreRiomaggiore, ItalyBecause we all need more colour in our lifes.
Remember what I said about living the good life?
Lago Di Braies
When the lands of Austria and Italy meet, postcards happen.
Lake Como, Lecco
Two words spring to mind when reminiscing about my days around Lake Como: Wildly charming. Stay off the tourist trail and experience the true Northern Italy with all its culinary, natural, and architectural delights.
Grand Canal, Venice
Global warming and poor urban planning may very well see Venice sinking in the near future. Until then, its charm is unbeatable. Come off-season or in the early morning hours to see what I mean.
Arch of Constantine, Rome
A day or three in Rome will lay the perfect groundworks for further Italian explorations.
Manarola, Cinque Terre
This is Italy.
Duomo di Milano, Milan
Duomo di MilanoMilano, Italyfind me on Instagram [@carmenhuter] to see the complete picture x
Milan offers more edge and sophistication than it’s counterparts, and that’s a good thing. If seeing The Last Supper is on your bucket list, book online in advance.
Florence, Tuscany
Hospitality, aesthetics, and fine food make up the fabric of daily life and if you have a spare few days and book well in advance a stop at Agriturismo La Piantata (B&B tree houses atop lavender fields) in Arlena di Castro will prove just that.