PinnedSusan Van AllenBuon FerragostoAugust 15 is a big, beautiful, summertime holiday in Italy. The tradition goes way back to the days of the Roman Empire, when it was the…Aug 15, 2023Aug 15, 2023
PinnedSusan Van AllenWhat’s So Wonderful About the Veneto?The magic of Venice expands beyond its borders, to the Veneto — a region rich with beauties and deliciousness.Apr 9Apr 9
PinnedSusan Van AllenDecember 13 — Feast of Saint LucyCelebrate the Saint of Light and Sight, Italian StyleDec 13, 2020Dec 13, 2020
PinnedSusan Van AllenFavorite Chocolate Shops in ItalyWith Valentine’s Day, thoughts turn to chocolate. Here’s an excerpt from “100 Places in Italy Every Woman Should Go” to help you find the…Feb 13, 2023Feb 13, 2023
PinnedSusan Van AllenThe Legend of La BefanaSweep Away the Old Year, Italian StyleJan 4, 2021Jan 4, 2021
Susan Van AllenFIVE HIGHLIGHTS OF SICILY TO DISCOVER BY CARMy sisters and I had an extraordinary time traveling through Sicily with an AutoEurope Car Rental in springtime — on roads bordered by…Jun 10Jun 10
Susan Van AllenWhat’s So Wonderful About Ischia?A ferry ride from Naples, across the sparkling sea, takes you to the wonderful island of Ischia.May 12May 12
Susan Van AllenIn Rome, Stop and Taste the Artichokes“Order carciofi,” (pronounced car-CHO-fee), is what I tell travelers who ask for advice about Rome. Sure, you can run around oohing and…Mar 16, 2023Mar 16, 2023
Susan Van AllenBologna: Discovering the Secrets of Real RaguIt smells good in here: high note of nose-tingling parmigiano, base of salty cured salumi, and centering it all is rich meaty ragu, the…Dec 6, 2022Dec 6, 2022
Susan Van AllenA Golden Day at 300 Gradini Beach, GaetaWhere HBO’s “My Brilliant Friend” was filmed…Aug 15, 2022Aug 15, 2022