Reader Question: Best Villages to See by Train

Posted on: May 17, 2011

Calabria Travel Reader Qs Reader Question: Best Villages to See by Train

I posted a note to my Facebook page last week inviting readers to send in their Calabria or southern Italy travel questions. I got a few fun ones that I’m looking forward to tackling over the next few months, but for today’s question we’re sticking to transportation.

Read the rest of this entry »

Travel Tip Tuesday: How to Dress for Summer in Southern Italy

Posted on: Apr 26, 2011

travel tip tuesday 180x120 Travel Tip Tuesday: How to Dress for Summer in Southern Italy

Many people want to know how they should dress when they are visiting a new country and yes, the answer depends on where they are going and more importantly … when. I’ve written tips for what to wear in Italy in the winter and the spring and today, I’m helping you prepare for the summer months of your Italy holidays 2011.

Read the rest of this entry »

Reader Questions: Rental Car vs. Car Service

Posted on: Mar 24, 2011

Calabria Travel Reader Qs Reader Questions: Rental Car vs. Car Service

If you have spent much time around My Bella Vita, you know how I feel about renting a car in Calabria. You should also know that I sympathize with those of you who don’t want to drive and I realize that renting a car isn’t ideal for every traveler.

Read the rest of this entry »