Relax and Party When in Italy

Sip on Baxeichitos, the Basil Flavoured Mojito

Mojitos are one of those cocktails that absolutely everybody loves, and they are perfect for cooling down and relaxing on a summer evening. The mojito is traditionally not very Italian tasting, but fear not because the good people of Genoa have created a mojito that has more of an Italian flavour profile because the mint is replaced with basil. The herby flavour provides a fresh kick that is very welcome on a balmy Friday evening.  

Enjoy a Modern Art Experience at the Peggy Guggenheim Collection

While there is no shortage of art galleries and museums across Italy, most of these are dedicated to the works of artists who created their masterpieces centuries and centuries ago, but what if your artistic leanings are more contemporary? Then you need to find your way to the Peggy Guggenheim Collection in Venice, which contains an astounding amount of 20th century art, from artists such as Max Ernst, Salvador Dali, and David Hockney.

Try Deep Sea Fishing in Palermo

If your idea of a great time is dangling a fishing rod into the water and waiting for a catch, your trip to Italy can provide you with opportunities to take your fishing to the next level. Palermo is the capital of the island of Sicily, and a place where many fishermen live and supply the island with an abundance of fresh fish and seafood. There’s a whole array of companies that can take you out on to the waters, and you’ll have the chance to catch tuna, amberjack, and more.    

Laze on the White Beaches of Lampedusa Island

There is so much to see and do in Italy that, frankly, it can all become just a little bit overwhelming. When you’ve had enough of walking between ruins and museums, why not take some time to chill out on the white sand beaches of Lampedusa island, a gloriously sun bleached island that exists just south of Sardinia? This island is rough and ready, not very visited by tourists, and that makes it the perfect spot to relax and get away from it all.    

Join a Festival Dedicated to Tuna and Anchovies

If you are really into seafood and you fancy celebrating the incredible Italian fish and seafood grub, a festival you might be interested in is the Sagra del Tonno, a festival that is totally dedicated to tuna and anchovies! We know that this is pretty niche, but what could be better than tucking into yummy seafood day and night, right? It is celebrated in late July each year in the quaint village of Cetara.    

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Tips When Traveling to Italy

Peruse the Collections of the Galleria Borghese

So you’re an art lover, huh? Well, you have certainly made it to the right country, and if you only have the chance to check out one of the many art galleries in Rome, make sure that it’s the impressive Galleria Borghese. Listing the highlights here could honestly take up the entire book, but some notable artists on display include Titan, Caravaggio, and Raphael.

Join in With the Carnevale Fun in Venice

When you think of places around the world that are famous for their carnival celebrations, your mind will most likely wander to Rio and its colourful street parades, but Italy is also a place with carnival celebrations, and Venice is the best city for this. Something that sets a Venice carnival apart from the rest is that Venetian masks play a huge role in the celebrations. Be sure to grab one for yourself – it makes an awesome souvenir.

Watch an Opera Performance at Teatro Alla Scala

Italy is the birthplace of opera, dating back to the sixteenth century when crowds would gather to watch the grand performances and listen to the spectacular voices of the performers. And so what better place to take in an opera show than Italy? There are loads of great theatre venues around the country, but the Teatro Alla Scala in Milan is somewhere extra special. Over the last 200 years, this theatre has attracted some of the greatest operatic stars from Italy, and with a capacity to seat more than 2000 people, the atmosphere is always very special.

Swing by The Vatican

While in Rome, one of the must-do things on any travel agenda has to be a day trip to the Vatican, is its own city-state in the very heart of the city. Once inside, there are many highlights whether you’re a Catholic or not. The Vatican Museums contain spectacular art works, as well as sculptures and even Egyptian mummies. And also be sure to check out the stunning St Peter’s basilica, and climb to the top for an exceptional view out across the Vatican and beyond.

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Travelling Cheap - Know What to Bring and Do

The first trick to traveling on the cheap and the best way to enjoy every destination is to travel light. Enjoying yourself requires that you have zero cares in the world, which includes your baggage. You must pack your bags with two rules in mind. One is that you must be able to throw that bag on your shoulder and walk. That means pack light. The second is that if you lose your bag, it shouldn't make one ounce of difference to you. Being light on your shoulder and light on your mind.  

Traveling light does a few things for the budget as well. It allows you to take budget transportation easily without the need to lug around heavy luggage that will most likely cost more and blow the budget. Think about it this way, each extra pound you carry reduces the distance you can travel. So if you want to see more, carry less.

In most places that are great for travel, like the beaches of Borneo, or the mountains of Peru, or even the foothills in Nepal, carrying heavy bags is an impediment. Learn to live simply and you will enjoy your travel.   While we are on the subject of packing, consider having two pouches, stored in different locations, on your person. One is your main pouch where you will carry your passport, travel documents, the bulk of your cash, credit cards, prescription medication and travel itinerary; also include a note clearly explaining any allergies to medication, your blood type and the phone number to contact in case of emergencies.

Your second pouch, which should be in a body pouch that is strapped next to your skin under clothes, should carry an additional set of government identification, traveler's checks, ATM cards, phone number of the embassies or consulates, emergency contact numbers, and a map.  

The two pouches are for a very simple purpose. In the event one gets stolen or just lost, you must always have a second set of documents that will get you to the consulate as fast as possible. If you lose your papers, cash, and travel tickets, stop your vacation and head straight to the embassy.  

Your travel pack should contain clothing that is appropriate to the location. If you are traveling in hot zones, light, short and thin are not always the solution. Find out how the locals dress to adapt to the heat. The same goes for more temperate climates or even frigid locations.   Pack in a way that you can bring everything you pack on board as a carry-on. Do not check anything in. The possibility of losing your luggage can ruin an otherwise perfect vacation.  

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Island Hopping When At The Great Barrier Reef

Visit Heron Island

In addition to unbelievably intriguing and attractive diving sites, the islands of The Great Barrier Reef are as exciting and beautiful as their marine life. One such island is Heron Island, which is a perfect place even if you are not a diver. Here, you can truly immerse yourself in the beauty of nature by lying on the pristine white sandy beach that surrounds the island. The island makes you realize you are the part of nature since you are constantly exposed to the music of seabirds and due to the fact that you can see a lot of multicolored fish and tracks of turtles. Most importantly, you can also visit the Aqua Soul Spa for the lifetime massage.

Hamilton Island

Hamilton Island is among the amazing 74 islands that create the Whitsunday archipelago. This island combines the feeling of adventure with over the top indulgence. You can actually spend your day relaxing at the spa or playing golf. You can also go on a pleasing and mesmerizing bushwalk with your friends and satisfy your cravings for food with more than 20 high quality dining options.

Lizard Island

The acutely surprising and enchanting Lizard Island is the home of 24 spectacularly pristine sandy beaches. As a matter of fact, this island provides a tourist with everything he can expect in terms of natural beauty. Similarly, there are outstanding dining services provided by some luxurious hotels and restaurants that offer both the local and international cuisine.

The Airlie Beach Lagoon

The Airlie beach Lagoon is hugely popular among both the local and international tourists. Located on the shorefront, it is a stinger-resistant swimming enclosure that offers every modern facility, from toilet to shower room, from picnic tables to BBQ and many other things you can imagine. The Airlie Beach is also unsurpassable in its natural beauty as it offers a calm and white sandy beach where you can relax while observing seagulls and other sea animals flying elegantly.

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Fun-filled Adventures In SG

Flight Experience Singapore

This is a flight simulator where you get to control the exact replica of a Boeing 737-80 cockpit. Its photorealistic visuals and full functioning avionics will definitely make you feel like a real pilot. What more, you can bring your family or friends along for a ride.

The simulator is equipped with state-of-the-art features including a 180-degree wraparound screen with stunning and realistic visuals. You can choose your route, log instrument flight hours, and refine your take-offs and touch-downs. You can even choose what time to fly giving as the screen provide amazing daytime and nighttime scenery.

You can get individualized training or choose from various flight packages. Even young ones can have their man-to-man flight instruction and receive a certificate after the lesson. A DVD copy of your flight is available just in case you want to relive the moment.  

Adrenaline Rush

If you are an adrenaline junkie and have a knack for adventure, Ultimate Drive lets experience the power of a Ferrari F430 F1 Spider or a Lamborghini Gallardo Spyder and rev up its engine on the official F1 circuit. There are three routes to choose from, all of which can give you a heart-pumping adventure. There are three different types of tours to choose from. If you want to savor a one-hour ride around the city on the helm of a Ferrari or Lamborghini, choose the ultimate Tour package. The two other options are the 15-minute Street Circuit Tour and the 30-minute Street to Freeway Tour. You can also choose either to enjoy the cosmopolitan scenery as a passenger or maneuver these elegant racers as a driver. Your F1 tour starts at either the iconic Marina Bay Sands or the Singapore Flyer. The drive is recorded with a high definition camera which you can purchase after.

Forest Adventure

Who would have thought that you can find a real jungle adventure in the midst of this concrete urban jungle? Forest Adventure is a two-course man-made jungle reservoir filled with obstacles and zip lines. The main attraction is the 34-obstacle Grand Course which takes a maximum of 2.5 hours to complete. Here, you get to tackle different levels of obstacles which include trapezes, logs, bridges, and more. The highlight of the course is zipping across the Bedok Reservoir on a 200-meter zip line.

For the younger crowd, the Kid's Course is perfect for 5 - 10 year-old adventurers. The course consists of 16 obstacles and a 1.45-meter zip line. Both of the courses offer a short lecture on safety before the adventure.  

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What Should You Include in Your Italy Itinerary

Climb an Active Volcano in Sicily

Sicily is an island off the south coast of Italy that is probably most famous for being home to the Italian mafia, but fear not! It’s actually not a dangerous place, and skipping Sicily on your trip would be a great shame, particularly for outdoor adventurers. This is because Sicily is home to the magnificent Mount Etna, one of the world’s best known active volcanoes. Walking up the mountain takes about 4 hours and is quite a slog, but the views from the top, as well as the landscape of the volcano itself, makes it well worth the effort.    

Look at the Stars in the Milan Planetarium

The planetarium in Milan is like no other that you have visited before, because this is actually the largest planetarium in the whole of the country. There are guided projections every Saturday and Sunday, so this would be the best time to visit and do some star gazing. It’s also a great place to get kids to learn something new and interested in space and science.

Drink Italian Craft Beers in Rome

Italy is, of course, famous for its broad selection of exquisite wine, but if you are a beer drinker, fear not because there is also a growing craft beer culture in the country. If the idea of sipping on some delicious Italian beers sounds like a good idea to you, be sure to make your way to Open Baladin in Rome. This hidden place on a side street serves up more than 40 beers on tap, including chocolate and coffee flavoured beers, so there is bound to be something that gets your tastebuds going

Eat Delicious Caponata in Sicily

Sicily is an island with a huge amount of offer. As well as great beaches and mountains, it has a food culture that is distinct from the mainland, and one of the traditional dishes that comes from Sicily is caponata. This dish is simple, like many Italian dishes, and it’s all the more delicious because of it. Caponata is essentially aubergine that is cooked with tomatoes, raisins, capers and pine nuts. Scoop it up with bread and you’ll be in food heaven.

Visit a Medieval Fortress in Milan

Italy is a country that is totally bursting full of historic attractions, but Milan is probably best known as a contemporary city that’s more famous for Fashion Week than for its castles, but don’t skip Milan if you are interested in history because a Medieval fortress called Sforza Castle is well worth some of your time. Inside this beautiful building, you can also find a complex of cool museums, such as the Museum of Ancient Art, the Museum of Musical Instruments, and the Egyptian Museum. 

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Unique Activities You Get to Enjoy Only in Italy

Take the Ferry to Monte Isola

Lake Iseo is not the largest or deepest lake in Italy, not even in the Lombardy region, but we think that it’s one of the country’s underrated treasures. You can relax around its shores, or if you feel like an adventure, take a trip to Monte Isola, an island in the centre of the lake that’s actually the largest inhabited lake island in southern Europe. There are only 2000 residents and no cars, so it’s perfect if you want to destress completely.  

Try a Ravioli Dessert Called Seadas

Ravioli is a well known Italian dish: pillows of pasta that are filled with some kind of deliciousness whether it’s meat ragu, lobster, or something else. But did you know that ravioli can also be transformed into a dessert in Italy, and that this is called Seadas? This dish is most commonly eaten on the island of Sardinia, and consists of ravioli filled with cheese and honey, and it is then deep fried rather than boiled so it becomes a kind of fritter.    

Visit a Flea Market on the Banks of Lake Maggiore

Before you leave Italy, you will no doubt want to shop for some cool things to take home with you. Trust us when we tell you to bypass the overpriced and cheesy tourist shops and to head to Lake Maggiore instead, where you can find an open-air flea market called Borgo d’Ale. And since this market is in Italy, it’s not only a place find cool antiques and trinkets, but there is also plenty of regional food, including yummy Grana Padano cheese.    

Enjoy a Sunset Kayak in Procida

Procida is one of the Italian islands that is way off the tourist radar, and this is why you should definitely go there on your trip to Italy. This island is located off the coast of Naples, and is filled with beautiful lemon groves, and houses that are painted in the most gorgeous Mediterranean pastel shades. One of the coolest activities on the island is a spot of sunset kayaking, so you can enjoy the calm waters while watching the pink sun go down over the ocean.    

Join the Party at Just Cavalli Hollywood, Milan

Milan is a city that is famous the world over for its glamour and decadence, and you can experience a touch of this decadence for yourself if you visit the Just Cavalli Hollywood club in the city. As you might have guessed, the club is actually owned by Cavalli, the famous fashion designer, and it is beyond sleek. The cocktails are great, the clientele is intimidatingly good looking, and we love it! 

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