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Portofino & Portovenere: monasteries converted into posh hotels

23 April, 2020

In Liguria, where mountains and steep cliffs drop straight into the Mediterranean, creating a unique landscape that each year attracts millions of tourists, many old monasteries have been converted into posh hotels. The most famous is Hotel Splendido in Portofino.…

Romantic getaways and places in Italy: Palazzo Fieschi at Savignone, Liguria

20 April, 2020

If you are planning a romantic getaway to Liguria, this package offered by the owner of the famous palazzo Fieschi could be perfect for you and your sweetheart. Located in the small town of Savignone in the Scrivia Valley and…

Scuba diving at Portofino

15 April, 2020

This beautiful video shows the underwater secrets and sea life of one of Italy’s popular tourist destinations, Portofino, in Liguria. Here, you can see a Mediterranean diving location in Italy’s north, with the famous red coral of the area. The…

Italian Villas on sale: Countess Vacca Agusta's villa in Portofino

12 April, 2020

In 2001 the mysterious death of Countess Vacca Agusta made headlines all over the country and now the luxurious villa in Portofino where the countess lived her last hours before falling to her death from a cliff near her house…

Agririfugio Molini at S. Fruttuoso on mount Portofino

9 April, 2020

Only local press has talked about the “agririfugio” Molini (agricultural mountain cottage) inaugurated recently, but it’s a little pearl by the sea at S.Fruttuoso, and we recommend going as soon as possible. The Cooperative of the Il giardino del borgo…

Portofino Kulm: spa and wellness centre

7 April, 2020

Portofino, this small fishing town on the Italian Riviera and looking out on the Tigullian Gulf and the Gulf of Paradise, was even mentioned by Nietzsche, one of the greatest philosophers that has ever lived. Anyway the fortunes of the…

Denzel Washington's summer holidays in Portofino

4 April, 2020

Denzel Washington who arrived in Portofino on his luxury yacht more than a week ago seems to have fallen in love with its rocky beaches and green-blue sea, showing no intention of going back to America. The romantic atmosphere of…

Touring Genoa and Portofino: visiting dolphins on a guided tour

2 April, 2020

For anyone passing through Genoa on the Ligurian coast who has a bit of spare time before rushing off to Portofino or the Cinque Terre, stopping at Genoa’s acquarium is a great option. A new initiative means you can now…

Eva Mendes arrives in Portofino with Dolce & Gabbana

2 April, 2020

American actress Eva Mendes seems to be having the time of her life sitting next to Dolce & Gabbana at a sidewalk café in Portofino; invited by the famous fashion duo, the actress arrived in Italy with her husband George…

Jennifer Lopez starts new fashion trend in Portofino

2 April, 2020

Headscarves are back! Just a few months ago Dolce and Gabbana said that they wanted to revamp the headscarf and introduce it to a younger generation; actress Jennifer Lopez must has taken the cue from them! Have a look at…

Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana's luxury yacht holiday

1 April, 2020

Following the party for Madonna in Milan, Dolce & Gabbana, the most famous fashion duo in the world, were in need of a bit of rest so they decided to spend a week or two weeks on their luxurious D&G…

Italian footballer Antonio Cassano and Carolina Marcialis tie the knot in Portofino

29 March, 2020

Italian footballer Antonio Cassano tied the knot in Portofino last Saturday; disappointed not to be included in the squad playing in South Africa, Antonio Cassano put on a brave face and tried to enjoy every minute of his wedding! His…

Bono Vox's luxury holiday in Portofino

20 March, 2020

Singer Bono Vox has once again been spotted in Portofino. Apparently the Irish singer touched shore aboard the Cyan, a luxury yacht 42 metres long. His innumerable fans here in Italy still remember his impromptu show during which, last year,…

Italian panoramas: Relaxing in the Mediterranean at Portofino

16 March, 2020

Portofino is a famous Italian jewel on the Ligurian coast. Between Genoa and the Cinque Terre, it’s a tiny town around a small harbour that has its roots in fishing, although aristocratic tourism slowly took over as the prime activity…

Italy's best hotels: Forbes Traveler lists 30 Italian hotels among best in world

14 March, 2020

While travelling in Italy, especially in the big tourist cities of Rome, Venice, Milan and Florence, presents many accommodation problems, especially if you’re on a travel budget in Italy. Everyone who’s ever been here has nightmare stories to tell, but…