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    Enjoying the view of Turin, Italy, from Mont Des Capucins 

    Top Things To Do In Turin, Italy

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    From tucking into incredible food and drink (including truffles and Barolo), to enjoying stunning orange-roofed cityscapes, and exploring historic palaces and museums, there are plenty of things to do in Turin, Italy.

    Fanfare please! Lonely Planet has just announced Italy’s Piedmont region as its No.1 Best In Travel region for 2019!

    Just before the big announcement was made, I headed off on a top-secret trip to the principal city of Turin to find out what makes this part of Italy so special.

    Despite Italy being one of my favourite countries, I’ve never been to this region.

    Lonely Planet's Best In Travel Region no.1 - Piedmont, Turin

    Lonely Planet’s Best In Travel Region no.1 – Piedmont, Turin

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  • Hiking Stromboli Volcano, Aeolian Islands, Sicily

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    Hiking active volcano Stromboli is something you HAVE to do if you visit Sicily’s Aeolian Islands. You’re probably aware I’m someone who’s happiest when on an adventure. Hours by the pool don’t cut it. I get itchy feet, scared I’m missing out on something important and soon swap lying horizontally…

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  • 18 Photos That Will Make You Want To Visit Sicily

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    From incredible scenery, volcanoes and sapphire blue water, to delicious cuisine and cute towns, there are plenty of reasons to visit Sicily! I always thought Sicily sounded SO glamorous. I envisaged stylish Italians hanging around on beautiful yachts, with a glass of wine in one hand, and a fork loaded…

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  • REVIEW: Sailing Around Sicily, Italy With MedSailors

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    Sailing around Sicily’s Aeolian Islands, hiking volcanoes, bathing in mud baths, and chilled out yacht life – here’s the lowdown on MedSailors’ brand new route in Sicily, Italy. Just over two years ago I lost my MedSailors virginity. I was pretty new on the travel blogging scene, and wanted to…

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  • REVIEW: Lunch at T Beach, Grand Hotel Tremezzo, Lake Como, Italy

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    Enjoying lunch Grand Hotel Tremezzo overlooking Lake Como.. As I pulled up outside Lake Como’s Grand Hotel Tremezzo, I felt like a Hollywood movie star. Ferraris screeched to a halt outside, glamorous 40-somethings strutted into the glass lifts, and champagne corks popped at T Beach across the road. Over 100 years…

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  • Milan Food Tour: Pizza, Pasta… and Vapourised Grappa!

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    If you’re a foodie, taking a Milan food tour is a must-do!  My nose led me to Panificio Pattini – a Milan bakery packed with incredible pastries and the scent of freshly baked focaccia. This was stop one of the Milan Food Tour. I’m a strong believer that the best way…

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  • The Best Cafes To Work From In Milan

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    Looking for the best cafes to work from in Milan? Look no further! While on my recent travels, I had a few days spare in Milan before heading to Turkey. So, I checked into a super cool hostel, made some traveller friends, and went off in search of the best…

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  • Lake Como On A Budget

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    Is it possible to visit Lake Como on a budget? So you’re reading this because you want to visit Lake Como, but don’t have George Clooney’s millions. Don’t worry – it turns out you don’t need them! I visited Lake Como in late September, as the busy tourist season was…

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  • TOP TIP: Arrive In Style with Lake Como Transfers

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    I’m ready to reveal my top tip for how to travel to Lake Como in style. When I was researching routes from Milan Malpensa airport to Lake Como, it became clear this was a route taken regularly by people with large budgets. Yes, there are trains and buses, but they…

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