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April 2008 - Golf in Italy, Vasari Corridor, Tuscany Love to golf? Why not try it in Italy? A guide to places to play and stay and special rules for golf in Italy. Walk with the Medicis over the Ponte Vecchio in an exclusive tour of Florence's Vasari Corridor. See how an American couple made their dream come true opening a B+B in Tuscany's Val d'Orcia. (8 pages) . . . read more March 2008 - Cooking in Sicily, Vespas in Rome Learn the delicious culinary secrets of native Sicilian chefs through one of the half-dozen cooking programs we detail. Find out what its really like to ride through Rome on a Vespa. Capri cafes, a new restaurant in Florence, unique dining experiences and how to get the best airfare. (8 pages) . . . read more More

Hitting the Links, Italian Style (April 2008) While only 100,000 Italians play golf, there are some incredible golf courses in the Lakes, Tuscany and Lazio where travelers can experience golf in Italy. Lots of details on where to stay, where to play and special Italian golf notes. . . . read more Tuscany's Newest Hideaway: La Bandita (April 2008) An American music executive and his wife found their own piece of paradise in the UNESCO-protected Val D'Orcia and have opened it up to guests seeking beauty and relaxation. . . . read more Walk with the Medicis Over the Ponte Vecchio (April 2008) Did you know that the top of Florence's Ponte Vecchio holds a private passageway filled with art? Here's how you can visit the Vasari Corridor on your next visit to the Uffizi. . . . read more Sicily: Adventures in Cooking (March 2008) If you're a curious person who enjoys cooking, the idea of replicating some of Sicilian culinary marvels at home may appeal. The best way, of course, is to watch Sicilian cooks in action. . . . read more More

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