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Book The Art of Traveling Italy

    Book Details:
  • Author : Sandy Serio Gregory
  • Publisher : Sandy Serio Gregory
  • Release : 2021-11-15
  • ISBN : 9780578323022
  • Pages : 283 pages

Download or read book The Art of Traveling Italy written by Sandy Serio Gregory and published by Sandy Serio Gregory. This book was released on 2021-11-15 with total page 283 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you are traveling for the first or the fifth time, being prepared can make all the difference. You want to enjoy everything wonderful that Italy has to offer and minimize any risks. The Art of Traveling Italy is written to make planning fun and set you on a course to make the most of your time in this amazing country. This ultimate handbook is chock full of essential information, tricks, tips and cultural insights prepared by seasoned tour director, tour operator and intrepid traveler, Sandy Serio Gregory, owner of Che Bella Tours. This guide takes the mystery out of travel thanks to the practical information gained from Sandy's lifetime of travel. She lived and studied in Florence and has taken literally hundreds of people to Italy over the years, many on repeat trips. Use this guide as a framework from which to plan and prepare for your trip. Refer to it while you travel so you know what to expect while in country. Each chapter begins with a snapshot of Sandy's life on the road, written to inspire and capture the spirit of her time in Italy. She breaks down each chapter in a step-by-step manner, clearly outlining what to expect and how to travel with passion, wisdom and style. Beautifully designed with stunning photography, this book also includes:Suggested Italy itinerariesWays to travel mindfully and responsiblySafety, security and staying connected Sandy's favorite travel productsFavorite books and filmsEating in ItalyShopping in ItalyHow to view art and make it funA cookbook filled with the classic dishes you will find on menus in ItalyImportant websites, in-country emergency contacts and phone numbersInformational lists and packing checklists Language cheat sheetsAs a bonus for purchasing this printed book, you will receive an electronic version to put on your phone or tablet to reference while traveling

Book The Art of Traveling Italy

Download or read book The Art of Traveling Italy written by and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-15 with total page 284 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you are traveling for the first or the fifth time, being prepared can make all the difference. You want to enjoy everything wonderful that Italy has to offer and minimize any risks. The Art of Traveling Italy is written to make planning fun and set you on a course to make the most of your time in this amazing country. This ultimate handbook is chock full of essential information, tricks, tips and cultural insights prepared by seasoned tour director, tour operator and intrepid traveler, Sandy Serio Gregory, owner of Che Bella Tours. This guide takes the mystery out of travel thanks to the practical information gained from Sandy's lifetime of travel. She lived and studied in Florence and has taken literally hundreds of people to Italy over the years, many on repeat trips. Use this guide as a framework from which to plan and prepare for your trip. Refer to it while you travel so you know what to expect while in country. Each chapter begins with a snapshot of Sandy's life on the road, written to inspire and capture the spirit of her time in Italy. She breaks down each chapter in a step-by-step manner, clearly outlining what to expect and how to travel with passion, wisdom and style. Beautifully designed with stunning photography, this book also includes: Suggested Italy itinerariesWays to travel mindfully and responsiblySafety, security and staying connected Sandy's favorite travel productsFavorite books and filmsEating in ItalyShopping in ItalyHow to view art and make it funA cookbook filled with the classic dishes you will find on menus in ItalyImportant websites, in-country emergency contacts and phone numbersInformational lists and packing checklists Language cheat sheetsAs a bonus for purchasing this printed book, you will receive an electronic version to put on your phone or tablet to reference while traveling

Book Some Reasons for Traveling to Italy

Download or read book Some Reasons for Traveling to Italy written by Peter Wilson and published by MIT Press. This book was released on 2022-12-06 with total page 273 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An idiosyncratic guidebook to architectural (and other) wonders of Italy, accompanied by the author’s own witty illustrations. In Some Reasons for Traveling to Italy, architect Peter Wilson offers a Grand Tour of Grand Tours, providing an idiosyncratic guidebook to architectural (and other) wonders of Italy, illustrated by his own witty watercolors and sketches. Wilson chronicles the reasons that people throughout history have traveled to Italy—ranging from “To Be the Subject of an Equestrian Painting by Uccello in Florence Cathedral” to “To Rebuild Herculaneum in Malibu” (the desire of oil tycoon J. Paul Getty in the 1970s)—while giving readers a deeper understanding of Italy’s architectural habitat and cultural mythology. In Wilson’s narratives and anecdotes, place names function as talismans; the events may not tally with recorded history, or with the exact topographies of actual places. Wilson offers historical reworkings, appropriations, and an architect’s scrutiny of certain Italian tropes. He recounts that Edward de Vere, 17th Earl of Oxford, set out “To Flee England Out of Embarrassment” after breaking wind when he bowed to Queen Elizabeth I; French novelist Stendhal went “To Discover an Anti-France”; and an English architect went “To Get Some Ideas for a Mausoleum.” At the first Venice Biennale of Architecture in 1980, a dapper architect found that he had come to Italy “To Fall Overboard in a White Suit,” the artist Cy Twombly went simply “To See,” and Wilson himself found that he was “Captured by the Ospedale Degli Innocenti,” enchanted by the sight of Brunelleschi’s architrave.

Book The Traveling Artist in the Italian Renaissance

Download or read book The Traveling Artist in the Italian Renaissance written by David Young Kim and published by Yale University Press. This book was released on 2014-12-23 with total page 305 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This important and innovative book examines artists' mobility as a critical aspect of Italian Renaissance art. It is well known that many eminent artists such as Cimabue, Giotto, Donatello, Lotto, Michelangelo, Raphael, and Titian traveled. This book is the first to consider the sixteenth-century literary descriptions of their journeys in relation to the larger Renaissance discourse concerning mobility, geography, the act of creation, and selfhood. David Young Kim carefully explores relevant themes in Giorgio Vasari's monumental Lives of the Artists, in particular how style was understood to register an artist's encounter with place. Through new readings of critical ideas, long-standing regional prejudices, and entire biographies, The Traveling Artist in the Italian Renaissance provides a groundbreaking case for the significance of mobility in the interpretation of art and the wider discipline of art history.

Book Travel Italia

Download or read book Travel Italia written by Lorenzo Ottaviani and published by . This book was released on 2007-11 with total page 170 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Travel Italia is a must-have gift for anyone interested in Italy or in the art and design of the poster. Organised by region, it features Italy's foremost tourist destinations by drawing on an unparalleled collection of over 150 vintage posters and paintings from 1920 through 1960 commissioned by the Italian National Tourism Agency. Each vibrantly coloured, hand-rendered poster design features a particular destination, ranging from the main art cities (such as Florence and Bologna) to lesser known alpine jewels (such as Cadore and Dobbiaco). Commissions for poster art creation were given to well-known artists of the time, such as Mario Puppo, A.M. Cassandre, and Mario Borgoni, among others, and many of their dazzling works are featured in these pages.

Book Glam Italia  How to Travel Italy

Download or read book Glam Italia How to Travel Italy written by Corinna Cooke and published by . This book was released on 2018-07-16 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Does your dream vacation seem out of reach? Discover stress-free, cost-saving secrets for planning the ultimate Italian getaway.Is a trip to Italy on your bucket list but out of your budget? Does preparing for international travel leave you feeling anxious? Do you worry about falling into a tourist trap? Italian travel guide and blogger Corinna Cooke has years of experience creating private vacations throughout every corner of the country. And now she's here to share her insider tips so you can make the most of your time abroad.How to Travel Italy is your all-in-one guide for crafting your personalized dream vacation. You'll create an itinerary that's custom-fit to your interests: from world-renowned art to mouthwatering cuisine and from breathtaking landscapes to trendsetting fashion. Whether you plan to travel in style or on a shoestring budget, you'll discover hidden gems and little-known advice for touring Italy's most famous attractions. With Cooke's hassle-free guide, you'll finally learn to sit back and savor your authentic Italian experience like a local.In How To Travel Italy, you'll discover:- Step-by-step methods for planning your entire trip, regardless of time or budget- Lists of the best restaurants, cuisines, and wines by region to satisfy any appetite- Optimum lengths of time to visit each attraction so you can get the best bang for your buck- Simple tips for booking flights that will save hundreds of dollars from your bottom line- Precautions you can take to stay safe and healthy while traveling and much, much more!How To Travel Italy is your go-to portable travel guide to this charming Mediterranean destination. If you like practical tips, trusted advice from a local expert, and stress-free planning, then you'll love Corinna Cooke's handbook for your dream vacation.Buy How To Travel Italy to pack your bags for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure today!

Book Their Other Side

Download or read book Their Other Side written by Helen Barolini and published by Fordham Univ Press. This book was released on 2009-08-25 with total page 448 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “Our lives are Swiss,” Emily Dickinson wrote in 1859, “So still—so cool.” But over the Alps, “Italy stands the other side.” For Dickinson, as for many other writers and artists, Italy has been the land of light, a seductive source of invention, enchantment, and freedom. So it was for Helen Barolini, who, as a student in Rome after World War II, wrote her first poetry and gave birth to her own creative life, reinvigorating her mother tongue. In this book, Barolini celebrates the lives of other women whose imaginations succumbed to the lure of Italy. Here Barolini profiles six gifted women transformed by Italy’s mythic appeal. Unlike Barolini herself, they were not daughters of the great Italian diaspora. Rather, they were drawn to an idea of “Italy” and its gifts—in whose welcome a new self could be created. Or discovered. Emily Dickinson traveled to Italy only in the imaginative genius of her verse. Margaret Fuller struggled alongside her Italian lover in the political revolutions that gave birth to the Italian Republic, while the novelist and short-story writer Constance Fennimore Woolson found her home in Venice and Florence. Here, too, is the flamboyant artist Mabel Dodge Luhan, entertaining at her villa near Florence; and Marguerite Chapin of Connecticut, who married an Italian prince and in Rome founded the premier literary review of the mid-century, Botteghe Oscure. Finally, here is Iris Cutting Origo, the Anglo-American heiress who, with her Italian nobleman husband, built a Tuscan estate, where she wrote acclaimed biographies—and created a refuge from Mussolini’s fascism. Linking these lives, Barolini shows, is the transforming catalyst of change in a new land. Their Other Side is a wise, warm, and deeply felt literary journey that brilliantly captures the enduring effects of Italy as a place, a culture, and an experience.

Book Rick Steves Paris

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  • Author : Rick Steves
  • Publisher : Rick Steves
  • Release : 2022-09-20
  • ISBN : 1641714808
  • Pages : 891 pages

Download or read book Rick Steves Paris written by Rick Steves and published by Rick Steves. This book was released on 2022-09-20 with total page 891 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Paris. From the top of the Eiffel Tower to the ancient catacombs below the city, explore Paris at every level with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Paris you'll find: Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more in Paris Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites Top sights and hidden gems, from Notre-Dame, the Louvre, and the Palace of Versailles to where to find the perfect croissant How to connect with culture: Stroll down Rue Cler for fresh, local goods to build the ultimate French picnic, marvel at the works of Degas and Monet, and sip café au lait at a streetside café Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of vin rouge Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums and churches Detailed maps, including a fold-out map for exploring on the go Over 700 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down Coverage of the best arrondissements in Paris,including Champs-Elysees, the Marais, Montmartre, and more, plus day trips to Versailles, Chartres, Giverny, and Auvers-sur-Oise Covid-related travel info and resources for a smooth trip Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Paris. Spending just a few days in the city? Try Rick Steves Pocket Paris.

Book Family on the Loose

Download or read book Family on the Loose written by Bill Richards and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 204 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Pack your bags, hop a plane, and take a trip! Embarking on a journey with your kids can be a thrilling and rewarding adventure. Family travel is also a great way to expand your cultural horizons and help cultivate our next generation of global citizens. This book offers hundreds of easy-to-use ideas for:* Drumming up excitement for the journey ahead* Teaching your kids to pack themselves* Having fun at the airport and on the plane* Easing jetlag and schedule changes* Involving everyone in setting itineraries and expectations * Making museums and tourist stops engaging for everyone* Enriching your travel experience through journaling* Keeping the joy of the journey alive long after your return* Discovering cultural education in your own back yardThis book is intended for well-seasoned travelers and newbies alike who enjoy being with their children, want to enrich their education, and are excited to discover, as a family, the vast and unique experiences this world has to offer.

Book Italian Renaissance Art

    Book Details:
  • Author : Laurie Schneider Adams
  • Publisher : Routledge
  • Release : 2018-05-04
  • ISBN : 0429974744
  • Pages : 450 pages

Download or read book Italian Renaissance Art written by Laurie Schneider Adams and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2018-05-04 with total page 450 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The chronology of the Italian Renaissance, its character, and context have long been a topic of discussion among scholars. Some date its beginnings to the fourteenthcentury work of Giotto, others to the generation of Masaccio, Brunelleschi, and Donatello that fl ourished from around 1400. The close of the Renaissance has also proved elusive. Mannerism, for example, is variously considered to be an independent (but subsidiary) late aspect of Renaissance style or a distinct style in its own right."

Book Travel by Design

    Book Details:
  • Author : Peter Sallick
  • Publisher : Assouline Publishing
  • Release : 2020-10-01
  • ISBN : 1614289255
  • Pages : 6 pages

Download or read book Travel by Design written by Peter Sallick and published by Assouline Publishing. This book was released on 2020-10-01 with total page 6 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Showcasing travel photographs by more than 150 of America’s top architects and designers, Travel by Design is an inspiring guide to the power of travel to shape and expand our world. Travel by Design reminds us of the beauty and importance of travel, with images of more than 100 locations in 60 countries, from exotic destinations and global cities to adventure travels and all-American escapes. More than 350 photographs take readers on a global journey through cityscapes, ancient civilizations, luxurious resorts, and stunning natural wonders, all seen through the discerning and artistic eyes of today’s leading creative talents. The images are sure to inspire dreams of escape, and the 40 pages of insider resources—from favorite hotels and restaurants to secret shopping sources and must-see monuments—will make planning future trips reassuring and easy.

Book Unveiling Rome   Italy  Your Travel Guide to The Eternal City   Essentials Eddition

Download or read book Unveiling Rome Italy Your Travel Guide to The Eternal City Essentials Eddition written by Tailored Travel Guides and published by WEST AGORA INT S.R.L.. This book was released on 2024-03-03 with total page 90 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Highlights: Quick access to official websites for bookings, current prices, tickets, reservations, extra information and much more Day Trips with destination overview, images, distance, highlights and more - for each day-trip Stunning Pictorials Maps and free quick access to extra filtered maps Written and published in 2024 80+ pages, 70+ vibrant, full-color pages Over 90+ meticulously curated entries featuring stunning images, invaluable tips, practical insights, and much more Up-to-date and triple-checked information for accuracy and reliability Embark on a timeless journey through the heart of Italy with "Unveiling Rome - Italy: Your Travel Guide to The Eternal City - Essentials Edition." This meticulously crafted guide is your key to exploring Rome's ancient wonders, Renaissance masterpieces, and hidden secrets, offering a seamless blend of rich historical insights and contemporary finds. Whether you're standing before the grand Colosseum, marveling at the Sistine Chapel's ceiling, or wandering through the vibrant piazzas, our guide ensures every moment in Rome is unforgettable. What Sets Our Rome Guide Apart: Newly Published in 2024: Offering the latest on Rome's endless discoveries, ensuring your adventures are both current and informed. Over 90 Entries Across 80+ Full-Color Pages: Dive into each page filled with captivating visuals and insightful entries, from iconic landmarks to tucked-away treasures. Concise and Insightful: Our guide strikes the perfect balance, offering rich detail without overwhelming, ensuring a fluid and engaging reading experience. Dependable and Up-to-Date Information: Every recommendation and tip is triple-checked for accuracy, providing a reliable resource for planning your visit. Unbiased and Honest Recommendations: With no affiliations — no kickbacks, our sole commitment is to enhance your journey through Rome, offering genuine advice tailored to your interests. Why Our Guide is Essential for Your Roman Holiday: Experience Rome beyond the surface. Our guide invites you to delve deep into the city's soul, from the awe-inspiring Vatican City to the charming cobblestone alleys of Trastevere. We enrich your visit with stories that breathe life into the stone and mortar of Rome's edifices, transforming sightseeing into an immersive cultural dialogue. A Guide for Every Traveler: The Perfect Gift: For history buffs, art lovers, and culinary enthusiasts, this guide is a thoughtful present that promises the wonder of discovery. For the Dreamers: Even if you're miles away, let our guide inspire your next adventure or bring a piece of Rome into your home as a beautiful, inspiring read. For the Aesthetes: Adorn your space with a guide that doubles as a piece of art, inviting conversations and dreams of distant lands. Embrace Your Journey with Tailored Travel Guides: "Unveiling Rome - Italy: Your Travel Guide to The Eternal City - Essentials Edition" is not just a travel guide; it's a companion for those who seek to embrace the majesty of Rome in all its layers. From its ancient roots to its vibrant present, let us guide you through the Eternal City. Secure Your Journey into History: Prepare to be captivated by Rome's enduring beauty and complex history. With our guide in hand, you're not just planning a trip; you're unlocking the essence of one of the world's most mesmerizing cities. Discover Your Journey with Tailored Travel Guides!

Book Fodor s Essential Italy 2022

Download or read book Fodor s Essential Italy 2022 written by Fodor's Travel Guides and published by Fodor's Travel. This book was released on 2021-12-14 with total page 1253 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whether you want to visit the Colosseum in Rome, go designer shopping in Milan, or hike the Cinque Terre, the local Fodor’s travel experts in Italy are here to help! Fodor’s Essential Italy 2022 guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor’s Essential Italy 2022 travel guide includes: AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time MORE THAN 80 DETAILED MAPS and a FREE PULL-OUT MAP to help you navigate confidently COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust! HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS FROM LOCALS on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more PHOTO-FILLED “BEST OF” FEATURES on “The Best Ancient Sites in Rome,” “Italy’s Best Beaches,” “Architectural Wonders in Venice,” “Hilltop Villages in Tuscany,” and more TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, art, architecture, cuisine, wine, music, geography and more SPECIAL FEATURES on “The Sistine Chapel,” “Cruising the Grand Canal,” and “Who’s Who in Renaissance Art” LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems ITALIAN LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE ON: Rome, Vatican City, Venice, Milan, Lake Como, Florence, Tuscany, Pisa, Naples, the Amalfi Coast, Sicily, and more Planning on visiting nearby European countries? Check out Fodor’s Essential France, Fodor’s Essential Spain, and Fodor’s Essential Switzerland. *Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition. ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

Book 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go

Download or read book 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go written by Susan Van Allen and published by Travelers' Tales. This book was released on 2009-10-01 with total page 458 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Imagine creating your Italian dream vacation with a fun-loving savvy traveler girlfriend whispering in your ear. Go along with writer Susan Van Allen on a femme-friendly ride up and down the boot, to explore this extraordinarily enchanting country where Venus (Vixen Goddess of Love and Beauty) and The Madonna (Nurturing Mother of Compassion) reign side-by-side. With humor, passion, and practical details, this uniquely anecdotal guidebook will enrich your Italian days. Enjoy masterpieces of art that glorify womanly curves, join a cooking class taught by revered grandmas, shop for ceramics, ski in the Dolomites, or paint a Tuscan landscape. Make your vacation a string of Golden Days, by pairing your experience with the very best restaurant nearby, so sensual pleasures harmonize and you simply bask in the glow of bell’Italia. Whatever your mood or budget, whether it’s your first or your twenty-first visit, with 100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go, Italy opens her heart to you.

Book Frances Mayes Always Italy

    Book Details:
  • Author : Frances Mayes
  • Publisher : National Geographic Society
  • Release : 2020
  • ISBN : 142622091X
  • Pages : 420 pages

Download or read book Frances Mayes Always Italy written by Frances Mayes and published by National Geographic Society. This book was released on 2020 with total page 420 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This lush guide, featuring more than 350 glorious photographs from National Geographic, showcases the best Italy has to offer from the perspective of two women who have spent their lives reveling in its unique joys."--Publisher's description.

Book Some Reasons for Travelling to Italy

Download or read book Some Reasons for Travelling to Italy written by Peter Wilson and published by AA Publications. This book was released on 2016 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Italian cities have been points of reference for much of architect Peter Wilson's professional life and the many reasons for visiting the country have long presented themselves as not just the easy list - holidays, food, architecture and culture. The grand tour is the most obvious of tropes for framing these things, but it can also serve as a useful vehicle for a more ingrained understanding into Italy's wider architectural habitat and cultural mythology. This book, which accompanies an exhibition of the same title at the AA School in 2016, appears in the form of a latter-day Baedeker. But rather than a pragmatic itinerary, its content here offers an eclectic and idiosyncratic list of assorted reasons to head south, richly illustrated by Wilson's own drawings and watercolours.

Book Art of Travel  Italy

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  • Author : Nick Trend
  • Publisher :
  • Release : 2025-03-13
  • ISBN : 9780500027530
  • Pages : 0 pages

Download or read book Art of Travel Italy written by Nick Trend and published by . This book was released on 2025-03-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: