Rocco Forte Hotels is launching its second hotel in the Italian capital after agreeing a multi-year lease for Hotel De La Ville near the Spanish Steps in Rome. Located on via Sistina 69/75 in Rome, the 19,000 m2 hotel De La Ville consists of two buildings built in different eras: the main building, ‘Casa Vecchia’,…
A guide to some of the best beaches in Sicily The South East coast of Sicily is still relatively unspoilt in terms of its beaches and seaside resorts, making it a good destination for travellers seeking a restful beach holiday away from mass tourism. The provinces of Siracusa and Ragusa feature plenty of characteristic towns…
What does a cappuccino really cost around the world? New research shines the spotlight on flats and flat whites everywhere, in an attempt to create a really comparable index of the cost of living Everyone loves making imaginary house purchases, don’t they? Whether you’re a holiday fantasist or a planning a neighbourhood upgrade, it’s always…
There’s a scene in Fifty Shades of Grey where Christian Grey is ordering a gin and tonic. (Don’t ask me how I know this, dear reader. Journalists have to READ EVERYTHING). He says to the waiter: ‘Hendricks if you have it, otherwise Bombay Sapphire. Cucumber with the Hendricks, lime with the Bombay.’ In my sporadic…
Venice, like many Italian cities, has a complicated relationship with tourists. On the one hand, they bring much needed revenues to the city, comprising a significant part of its income; on the other, they sometimes bring out the worst in its citizens, and indeed, worsen Venice. One of the most beautiful cities in the world,…
Today on Testaccina we’re delighted to welcome Chris Sharpe, a talented blogger based in London whose travel, nightlife and culture site, Make New Tracks, is helping Chris earn money blogging, meet extraordinary people and enjoy exhilarating experiences along the way. London-based Chris is living proof that you don’t always need to be on the road…
If you’ve ever wondered what to see when you visit Milan, read our alternative guide to Italy’s fashion capital and plan on spending some time in trendy Via Tortona. It’s not amongst the usual lists of things to do in Milan but we think it’s a great way to combine culture and lifestyle and get…
Review: Eating Italy Food Tours’ Florence food Tour Florence is the perfect foil when you’re tired of Rome. Where the Eternal City has ancient ruins, Firenze boasts Renaissance art and architecture. While Roman cuisine is entrenched in working-class traditions of make-do and season cheap cuts, Florence – while also boasting an extensive cucina povera –…
The Roman Guys Trastevere Locals Food Tour: a Rome food and walking tour If you’re investigating The Roman Guys Trastevere Locals Food Tour, you’ve come to the right place! Read on for a full review. I have to say that my favourite time of day to take a food tour in Rome would have to…
It’s 1pm on a spring Sunday in Italy. Across the country, weekend cooks are tossing stiff stalks of pasta into steaming pans of water and inviting smaller family members to set the table or change the channel; others are strolling to a trattoria, heading for brunch, or coming back from church. In yet other households,…
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