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Chiara covers destinations and tables for Holiday.it: which town to make your base, when to go, and where dinner is worth the detour.

Le Vie dei Tesori 2026: Which Sicilian City Should You Choose?SicilyLe Vie dei Tesori 2026: Which Sicilian City Should You Choose?Le Vie dei Tesori runs across Sicily from 19 September to 15 November 2026. Compare the cities, the dates and the coupon rules before booking the trip.1 September 2026Bari to Matera by Train: Rail Service Returns on 31 August 2026BasilicataBari to Matera by Train: Rail Service Returns on 31 August 2026Rail travel between Bari and Matera resumes on 31 August 2026 after summer works. Weekday trains, Sunday replacement buses and the two airport options.31 August 2026Rome to Civita di Bagnoregio Without a Car: What Actually WorksLazioRome to Civita di Bagnoregio Without a Car: What Actually WorksRome to Civita di Bagnoregio without a car is possible, but the bus connection is fragile. Compare the Orvieto and Viterbo routes before travelling from Rome.31 August 2026Lake Como vs Lake Garda: Which Italian Lake Should You Choose?Italian LakesLake Como vs Lake Garda: Which Italian Lake Should You Choose?Lake Como or Lake Garda? Compare atmosphere, transport, beaches, families, couples, costs and car-free travel before choosing the right Italian lake.29 August 2026Tuscany Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidTuscanyTuscany Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidYou can visit Tuscany without a car if you choose the right base. See where trains and buses work, where they fail and which towns to stay in.29 August 2026Sardinia vs Sicily: Which Island Should You Choose for Your Trip?Italy Travel PlanningSardinia vs Sicily: Which Island Should You Choose for Your Trip?Sardinia or Sicily? This honest guide compares beaches, food, culture, driving, cost, luxury, families and first-time trips so you choose the right island.14 August 2026Puglia Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidPugliaPuglia Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidCan you visit Puglia without a car? Yes, if you choose the right base. Here is where to stay, how to use trains and buses, and when renting a car still makes sense.9 August 2026Mallorca Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidMallorcaMallorca Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidCan you visit Mallorca without a car? Yes, if you choose the right base. Here is where to stay, how to use buses, trains and ferries, and what not to plan.8 August 2026Sorrento vs Positano vs Amalfi: Where Should You Stay on the Amalfi Coast?Amalfi CoastSorrento vs Positano vs Amalfi: Where Should You Stay on the Amalfi Coast?Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi give three completely different trips. Here is where to stay for ferries, romance, first-timers, no-car travel, families and Capri.7 August 2026Amalfi Coast Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidAmalfi CoastAmalfi Coast Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidCan you visit the Amalfi Coast without a car? Yes, and often you should. Here is where to stay, how to use ferries and buses, and which mistakes to avoid.6 August 2026Lake Como Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidLake ComoLake Como Without a Car: Where to Stay, How to Move and What to AvoidCan you visit Lake Como without a car? Yes, if you choose the right base. Here is where to stay, how to use trains and ferries, and when not having a car becomes a problem.5 August 2026Where to Stay in Sardinia First Time: The Base Decision That Makes or Breaks the TripSardiniaWhere to Stay in Sardinia First Time: The Base Decision That Makes or Breaks the TripWhere should you stay in Sardinia for the first time? This guide explains the best bases for beaches, no-car trips, families, couples, Costa Smeralda, Alghero, Cagliari and Baunei.4 August 2026Venice Access Fee Ends Today: What Travellers Should Know After July 27VeniceVenice Access Fee Ends Today: What Travellers Should Know After July 27Venice's 2026 access fee trial ended on July 27. Here is what day visitors, hotel guests and travellers should know now, and why the fee may return stronger.28 July 2026Caminito del Rey in 2026: The Booking Decides the DayAndalusiaCaminito del Rey in 2026: The Booking Decides the DayThe Caminito del Rey runs on timed tickets, one direction and a shuttle between the ends. Here is how to book it and build the Malaga day around it.19 July 2026The 30 Best Restaurants on the Amalfi Coast, Town by TownGuidesThe 30 Best Restaurants on the Amalfi Coast, Town by TownThirty restaurants, six dining zones and one rule: choose the table that belongs to the day you are already having.14 July 2026Dolomites 2026: Alpe di Siusi and Seceda now require smarter planningDolomitesDolomites 2026: Alpe di Siusi and Seceda now require smarter planningAlpe di Siusi has new 2026 parking reservations, while Seceda requires timed cable car planning. Here is how to visit without wasting the day.12 July 2026Lake Como’s boat crackdown is a travel planning warningLake ComoLake Como’s boat crackdown is a travel planning warningLake Como has introduced new navigation limits in 2026 as boat traffic rises. Here is how to plan Como, Bellagio and the lake smarter.4 July 2026New York to Sardinia nonstop: how to plan the JFK to Olbia routeSardiniaNew York to Sardinia nonstop: how to plan the JFK to Olbia routeDelta's new JFK to Olbia nonstop changes how Americans can plan Sardinia. Where to stay, how long to go and what to avoid.3 July 2026