What To Know When Traveling To Italy

What To Know When Traveling To Italy

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this travel destinations post about What To Know When Traveling To Italy. Italy is among the world’s more popular and compelling tourist destinations. It’s a country rich in history and culture, which is evident today in everything from its architecture to its cuisine. Planning your trip to Italy …

Venice Brings Back Day Tripper Fee for 2025

Venice Brings Back Day Tripper Fee for 2025: What You Need to Know Before You Go.

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this travel destinations post about Venice Brings Back Day Tripper Fee for 2025: What You Need to Know Before You Go. Starting in April 2025, Venice will bring back the day tripper fee for tourists visiting the city. This fee, aimed at managing the high volume of tourists …

Why Italy is beautiful in Winter

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. With fewer …

Three days in Florence : The perfect Itinerary

Three days in Florence : The perfect Itinerary

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and our guide to Three days in Florence : The perfect Itinerary. Florence, the heart of Tuscany, is a city bursting with history, art, and culture. With its stunning Renaissance architecture, world-class museums, and charming streets, it’s a destination that offers something for everyone. One of the great things …

Exploring the Amalfi Coast by Private Boat Tour

Navigating Paradise: Exploring the Amalfi Coast by Private Boat Tour

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway and this feature about Exploring the Amalfi Coast by Private Boat Tour. Nestled along the rugged coastline of southern Italy, the Amalfi Coast is a slice of paradise renowned for its stunning vistas, charming villages, and crystalline waters.  While there are many ways to experience the beauty of this …

The Best Places to Visit in May 2024

The Best Places to Visit in May 2024

Welcome back to The Velvet Runway, and our guide to The Best Places to Visit in May 2024, by Hannah REES. With spring in full bloom and summer just around the corner, May is the ideal time to travel, as prices are generally lower than in July and August and there are fewer crowds. And …

Three thrilling locations in Italy for cycling

Three thrilling locations in Italy for cycling

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 adventure.  In …

The Best Places to Visit in April 2024

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 visiting one …

The Best Places to Visit in March 2024

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 and for …

48 hours in Venice

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 you’re seeking …

Exploring the Charms of Lake Como

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 Italian Alps, …

What to do in Sorrento

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 where to …

Capri in a day

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 not quite …