Castles, Villas, Gardens
Napoleon’s Mountain
As much as we appreciate 5* continuous ridiculous luxury (and you know we do), sometimes a taste of authentic local life can be more memorable and rewarding than any gold plated Louis XIV indulgence.
DetailsAn urban trek of the Towers of Bologna
Immerse yourself in medieval Bologna, where the symbol of Two Towers showcases the city’s image throughout the World.
DetailsStriking Water is the New Striking Gold
Sulfur is the name of this game. The intoxicating, sweet, delicious, and simultaneously embarrassing oh no wait it’s just the sulfur smell kind of game.
DetailsTerme of the Gods
Once upon a time, the mighty Hercules set off to defeat Geryon when he happened upon a hot spring with waters that so soothed his aching muscles, he no longer wanted to return home. Hercules soon purged the evil Geryon and built a temple in honor of the springs that had given him such lasting re Details
The Magic of Villa Cordevigo
Once upon a time in Renaissance Italy, the wealthy and noble Pignolati family bought a piece of uninhabited farmland, on which they built an impressive village. Today, we call this village Verona. Now, through a path of monumental cypress and nestled among vineyards and olive groves, the magic Details
The Ancient and Ethereal Hotel Brunelleschi
Once upon a time, deep in the heart of Florence, hidden away from the masses of tourists in the private Piazza Santa Elisabetta, there stood a gorgeous and classic building, now known as the Hotel Brunelleschi.
DetailsPalazzo Te
One of the finest and most historical buildings in architecture resides in the city of Mantua, yet the majority of the public has never heard of it. The Palazzo Te was built as a vacation villa for Marquis and later Duke of Mantua, Frederico Gonzaga II, the son of Francesco Gonzaga II and our fa Details
The Gem of San Miniato
At Escape Artists, we pride ourselves on finding the most enchanting corners of Italy; localities off the beaten path that people may not come across otherwise. San Miniato, nestled in the province of Pisa within the heart of Tuscany, fits the bill entirely. This medieval town immediately cha Details
Book Review: Leonardo’s Swans
As an American representative for Italian Tourism, I have the amazing opportunity to travel to Italy a few times a year. On my most recent trip, I journeyed to Lombardia, an astounding Northern region bursting with beauty, culture, and history. One of the richest areas of Italy, of which Milan Details
I’m back!
Escape Artists have been all over Italy for the past couple of months! Sometimes, I have to research a particular province or region, which means I have to leave my husband at home, and travel to Italy. I knew very little about Friuli Venezia Giulia (FVG) in the northeastern portion of It Details
