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Impressions of Venice
Venice continues to enchant visitors from across the globe with its unique geography, fascinating history, elegant facades and palaces – and of course, the iconic Grand Canal. I returned to this...
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San Galgano, an abbey under a roof of stars
We’re crossing the Val di Merse in the early warmth of a new summer that adds a touch of magic to tranquil fields where red poppies and golden sheaves add splashes of colour. A mystical silence reigns...
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Impressions of Sicily
A few years ago I visited Sicily, an island of history, architecture, stunning landscapes – and of course, Mount Etna. As soon as I got off the plane, Sicily’s warm, scented air assailed my senses in a...
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The Feast of the Redentore, a Cherished Venetian Celebration
The Redentore celebrations are celebrated every year on the third Sunday in July to commemorate the freeing of the city from the plague, which by 1577 had killed one third of the population in just two...
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My Unforgettable Day in Rome
To celebrate the new Baglioni Hotels “Unforgettable Day“ advertising campaign, we have invited Marilyn to share with us her own unforgettable day-long experience in Rome. My visit to Rome this year was...
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Orvieto’s Hidden Wine Library
Underneath the former medieval Convent di San Giovanni in Orvieto lies the regional wine library of Umbria, in the Province of Terni. This was a wonderful discovery that happened while I was with a...
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Our Sicilian Summer – Culture and Conquest
Our Sicilian Road trip had begun! With our car windows down the warm evening air whistled past us. Hubby was focused on navigating the zippy car rental whilst I google-mapped him to the B&B at our...
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Readers Share #UnforgettableDay Ideas for Rome
Baglioni Hotels’ recent Facebook contest on the Unforgettable Day resulted in so many wonderful proposals from our readers and social media followers. So in a series of posts we’ll now share some of...
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Impressions of Rome
I first visited Rome nearly 30 years ago but since then have been back far too little. So many places to see in the world, never enough time… So I recently returned to Rome, to re-discover its charm –...
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My Discovery of Pisa – So Much More than a Bell Tower
Pisa. This city is more than just the home of the famous leaning bell tower. Pisa is a historical hub designed for anyone with an appreciation for world heritage in serene surroundings, with great food...
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