Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Three thrilling locations in Italy for cycling. If you’re planning a holiday to Italy, why not explore the sun-soaked landscapes and picturesque scenery on two wheels? Consider an active trip on your next Italian escape and open up a whole new world of…
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The Best Places to Visit in April 2024
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and our guide to The Best Places to Visit in April 2024, by Hannah REES. As spring blossoms around the world, April beckons with the promise of mild temperatures, blooming landscapes, and a perfect window for travel. If you’re planning your next getaway in April 2024, consider…
The Best Places to Visit in March 2024: Top 10 Travel Destinations
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and our guide to The Best Places to Visit in March 2024: Top 10 Travel Destinations, by Hannah REES. With the first sunny days already here and spring just around the corner, March is the perfect month to travel. The flowers are blooming, the days are longer…
48 hours in Venice : The Ultimate Two Day Itinerary
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to 48 hours in Venice : The Ultimate Two Day Itinerary. When it comes to dream destinations, few places captivate the imagination quite like Venice. Known as the “Floating City,” this enchanting Italian gem offers a unique blend of history, beauty, and romance. If…
3 destinations to visit before they’re gone
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about 3 destinations to visit before they’re gone (and some actions that may help to save them). Our planet is home to some truly remarkable locations; therefore, you probably have a few destinations already on your bucket list. Sadly, some of these incredible…
Why Italy is Beautiful in Winter
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this travel destinations post about Why Italy is Beautiful in Winter. British holidaymakers love Italy for its summer sunshine and turquoise Mediterranean views. But when the country gets a little bit quieter for the winter season, all that architectural beauty and cultural charm is still there….
Exploring the Charms of Lake Como: 5 Unforgettable Experiences
Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this travel destinations post about Exploring the Charms of Lake Como: 5 Unforgettable Experiences. Just under an hour’s drive from Milan, the city of Como looks out over the southwest end of the lake and is one of the jewels of northern Italy. Nestled in the…
What to do in Sorrento – the gateway to the Amalfi Coast
Sorrento is often the starting point for a trip to the beautiful Amalfi Coast, as from here you can easily visit Pompeii, Capri, Ischia, Naples, Positano, Amalfi and more destinations by ferry/ hydrofoil and in some cases by bus or private transfers. Read on for what to do in Sorrento, suggested day trips and…
Capri in a day : La dolce vita
The beautiful island of Capri is often associated with ‘la dolce vita’ (even though the original film was set in Rome), and a visit to Capri makes the perfect day trip from the Amalfi coast (with ferries and hydrofoils from Naples, Ischia, Procida, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi). My initial experience on arrival, however, did…