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Stories, tales, legends and curiosities...

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.

After all, even a journey begins with words…

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Coastal Watchtowers

Coastal Watchtowers

These imposing towers were the backbone of the medieval defense system Credits: Flickr As the heel of the Italian boot, Puglia is surrounded by the Mediterranean Sea, leaving it vulnerable read full article >>
Jack Frusciante Has Left the Band

Jack Frusciante Has Left the Band

Jack Frusciante Has Left the Band is a love story with Rock ‘n’ Roll, a good storyline for an amazing book. It is a best-selling by Enrico Brizzi, one of Italy's most poplar young read full article >>
Best posts of the last week of August

Best posts of the last week of August

Credits: Flickr Did you miss some interesting post last week? Let's check: Telegraph.co.uk- Italy's best small Museums Italymag.co.uk- Sicily Treasure: Taormina Modern Italian read full article >>
The Night of the Taranta

The Night of the Taranta

A Celebration of the Magico-Religious Folk Dance Credits: Flickr The 14th annual Notte della Taranta is underway from 11-27 August in Melpignano (Puglia) with a series of musical events read full article >>
How to experience Versailles at only 8 Km from Turin

How to experience Versailles at only 8 Km from Turin

Credits: Flickr It has been defined “the Italian Versailles” or “the small Versailles”. The Palace of Venaria is a must-see stop when you decide to visit the Turin and surroundings. Built in read full article >>
Free Gardens in Florence: Secret Places in and around the city

Free Gardens in Florence: Secret Places in and around the city

Wandering around the city: The Gardens of Florence One thing Florence doesn’t skip on is gorgeous gardens and parks. As August starts to wind down, the gardens can be a great escape. These read full article >>
Architectural Splendors - Ten reasons to visit Campania

Architectural Splendors - Ten reasons to visit Campania

Discover ten stunning reasons to visit southern Italy’s Campania region! Credits: Flickr While Rome boasts the Colosseum and Venice the Doge’s Palace, the region of Campania is home to a read full article >>
How to use the snow in cuisine?

How to use the snow in cuisine?

Credits: Flickr The origins of Sorbetto come by Arabians, who invented the sherbet, a drink made of fruit, water and sweetener. Arabians definitely improved their technique during the read full article >>

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Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa
Zash Country Boutique Hotel & Spa (Sicily)
Hôtel des Pecheurs – Corsica
Hôtel des Pecheurs – Corsica (Sardinia)
Masseria Cervarolo
Masseria Cervarolo (Puglia)
Lupaia
Lupaia (Tuscany)
Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA and Winery
Castello di Velona Resort, Thermal SPA and Winery (Tuscany)
Grand Hotel Resort Ma and Ma - Adults Only
Grand Hotel Resort Ma and Ma - Adults Only (Sardinia)
Vivosa Apulia Resort
Vivosa Apulia Resort (Puglia)
Faro Capo Spartivento
Faro Capo Spartivento (Sardinia)
Marina di Scarlino Resort
Marina di Scarlino Resort (Tuscany)
Don Ferrante Dimore di Charme
Don Ferrante Dimore di Charme (Puglia)
Boutique Hotel Villa Sostaga
Boutique Hotel Villa Sostaga (Veneto)
Le Dune Suite Hotel
Le Dune Suite Hotel (Puglia)
Hotel Margherita Praiano
Hotel Margherita Praiano (Campania)
Verdura Resort
Verdura Resort (Sicily)
Falkensteiner Resort Capo Boi
Falkensteiner Resort Capo Boi (Sardinia)
Hotel Hermitage
Hotel Hermitage (Tuscany)
Sextantio Albergo Diffuso
Sextantio Albergo Diffuso (Abruzzo)
Tenuta Centoporte
Tenuta Centoporte (Puglia)
Maison Tofani
Maison Tofani (Campania)
La Peschiera
La Peschiera (Puglia)
Mari del Sud Resort
Mari del Sud Resort (Sicily)
Canne Bianche Lifestyle Hotel
Canne Bianche Lifestyle Hotel (Puglia)
Le Grotte della Civita
Le Grotte della Civita (Puglia)
The Pelican Beach Resort and Spa - Adults only
The Pelican Beach Resort and Spa - Adults only (Sardinia)
Versilia Lido UNA Esperienze
Versilia Lido UNA Esperienze (Tuscany)
Hotel Il Porto
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Minareto
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Marinedda Hotel Thalasso e Spa
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Villas Resort
Villas Resort (Sardinia)
Hotel Biodola
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Del Golfo
Del Golfo (Tuscany)
Palazzo Seneca Relais and Chateaux
Palazzo Seneca Relais and Chateaux (Umbria)
La Plage Resort
La Plage Resort (Sicily)
La Villa del Mare
La Villa del Mare (Sardinia)
Tombolo Talasso Resort
Tombolo Talasso Resort (Tuscany)
CPH Pevero Hotel
CPH Pevero Hotel (Sardinia)
Masseria Li Foggi
Masseria Li Foggi (Puglia)
Abi d Oru Beach Hotel and Spa
Abi d Oru Beach Hotel and Spa (Sardinia)
Sant Angelo Luxury Resort
Sant Angelo Luxury Resort (Puglia)
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Relais Corte Altavilla
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