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A blog to tell the most beautiful and evocative Italian locations, discover its traditions, events, and browse through flavors and peculiarities. Imagine the blog Charmingitaly.com as a collector of stories, tips and information to deepen the knowledge of your favorite destinations and explore new ones, through the eyes of who has always lived there. Through our articles we will introduce you our passion for Italy and we will present you the best of the “Made in Italy”. A useful and enjoyable read that will guide you in choosing  your holiday destination.

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Amazing Family Resort: Children activities at Forte Village Resort for Summer 2011

Amazing Family Resort: Children activities at Forte Village Resort for Summer 2011

The best for your children's fun: Chelsea Football Club, Star Tennis Academy & Rugby Academy Sardinia: the favourite island for children on holiday The clue consists of 4 key words: read full article >>
Vallombrosa: an Escape from the Florence heat

Vallombrosa: an Escape from the Florence heat

Getting away from Florence is always a plus, especially escaping from the summer heat. Take a day trip to Vallombrosa to have a picnic in the summer sun. Vallombrosa, high on a hill where read full article >>
Easter in Sardinia - Customs and traditions of the Island

Easter in Sardinia - Customs and traditions of the Island

From Pagan myths to Christian beliefs Credits: sardegnadigitallibrary Easter in Sardinia celebrates the meeting of Pagan and Christian rites, in a mystique union, full of traditions and read full article >>
Celebrating Easter in Campania

Celebrating Easter in Campania

Celebrate Easter in Campania and experience its religious and gastronomic traditions. Credits: Flickr Easter offers visitors the chance to experience religious processions, events and enjoy read full article >>
Easter in Puglia: Holy Week in Molfetta

Easter in Puglia: Holy Week in Molfetta

Tradition and Religion Combine for Easter in PugliaEaster is not a single day of celebration in Italy, but a season of intensely felt religious tradition. In this Catholic nation, the build read full article >>
Easter in Florence - Lo Scoppio del Carro

Easter in Florence - Lo Scoppio del Carro

The Scoppio del Carro is a popular Easter tradition typical of FlorenceCredits: PicasaWebTradition of the “scoppio del carro” began its ceremony after the then bishop Ranieri took over read full article >>
Scarcella, The Puglian Easter Sweet

Scarcella, The Puglian Easter Sweet

The Easter Season is Here, Time to Start Baking!Credits: MolfettaDailyPhotoThe “scarcella” is the traditional Puglian Easter dessert, much loved by children and adults alike. It's not read full article >>
Into the Religious Heart of Naples

Into the Religious Heart of Naples

Step into the religious heart of Naples by visiting the Duomo, or Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta, in the historic center of Naples. Credits: Flickr   Also known as the Duomo of San Gennaro read full article >>

Suggested Hotels

Hôtel des Pecheurs – Corsica
Hôtel des Pecheurs – Corsica (Sardinia)
JW Marriott Venice Resort and Spa
JW Marriott Venice Resort and Spa (Veneto)
Zash – Country Boutique Hotel
Zash – Country Boutique Hotel (Sicilia)
Grand Hotel Ma and Ma
Grand Hotel Ma and Ma (Sardinia)
Palazzo Barbarigo sul Canal Grande
Palazzo Barbarigo sul Canal Grande (Veneto)
Masseria Cervarolo
Masseria Cervarolo (Puglia)
Villas Resort
Villas Resort (Sardinia)
Faro Capo Spartivento
Faro Capo Spartivento (Sardinia)
Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA and Winery
Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA and Winery (Toscana)
Borgo Egnazia Hotel Ville Spa Golf
Borgo Egnazia Hotel Ville Spa Golf (Puglia)
Verdura Resort
Verdura Resort (Sicilia)
Marinedda Hotel Thalasso e Spa
Marinedda Hotel Thalasso e Spa (Sardinia)
Don Ferrante Dimore di Charme
Don Ferrante Dimore di Charme (Puglia)
The Pelican Beach Resort and Spa
The Pelican Beach Resort and Spa (Sardinia)
Maison La Minervetta
Maison La Minervetta (Campania)
Lupaia
Lupaia (Toscana)
Monaci delle Terre Nere
Monaci delle Terre Nere (Sicilia)
Boutique Hotel Villa Sostaga
Boutique Hotel Villa Sostaga (Lombardia)
Resort Baia Scarlino
Resort Baia Scarlino (Toscana)
La Plage Resort
La Plage Resort (Sicilia)
CalaCuncheddi Sardinia
CalaCuncheddi Sardinia (Sardinia)
Le Grotte della Civita
Le Grotte della Civita (Basilicata)
Le Dune Suite Hotel
Le Dune Suite Hotel (Puglia)
Capri Tiberio Palace Hotel
Capri Tiberio Palace Hotel (Campania)
EREMITO Hotelito del Alma
EREMITO Hotelito del Alma (Umbria)
Hermitage
Hermitage (Toscana)
Villa Armena Relais
Villa Armena Relais (Toscana)
Grand Hotel Minareto
Grand Hotel Minareto (Sicilia)
Relais Todini
Relais Todini (Umbria)
Hotel Il Porto
Hotel Il Porto (Puglia)
Canne Bianche Lifestyle and Hotel
Canne Bianche Lifestyle and Hotel (Puglia)
Petit Palais Hotel de Charme
Petit Palais Hotel de Charme (Lombardia)
Mari del Sud Resort
Mari del Sud Resort (Sicilia)
Relais Blu Belvedere
Relais Blu Belvedere (Campania)
Sextantio Albergo Diffuso
Sextantio Albergo Diffuso (Abruzzo)
La Posta Vecchia
La Posta Vecchia (Lazio)
TownHouse 33 Milano
TownHouse 33 Milano (Lombardia)
Il Pellicano
Il Pellicano (Toscana)
Masseria San Domenico
Masseria San Domenico (Puglia)
La Peschiera
La Peschiera (Puglia)
1711 Ti Sana Detox Retreat and Spa
1711 Ti Sana Detox Retreat and Spa (Lombardia)
La Villa del Mare
La Villa del Mare (Sardinia)
Palazzo Seneca Maison and Gourmet
Palazzo Seneca Maison and Gourmet (Umbria)
Colonna Pevero Hotel
Colonna Pevero Hotel (Sardinia)
Le Capase Resort Salento
Le Capase Resort Salento (Puglia)
Del Golfo
Del Golfo (Toscana)
Gran Melia Rome
Gran Melia Rome (Lazio)
Hotel Pitrizza
Hotel Pitrizza (Sardinia)
Hotel Metropole
Hotel Metropole (Sicilia)
Tenuta Centoporte
Tenuta Centoporte (Puglia)

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