Self-guided tours in Italy

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Kennel waiting for tourists in Rimini
Rimini has opened a new beach called Dog No Problem, intended only for travelers with pets. Leisure entrance there without dogs is strictly prohibited , and animals are all necessary conditions .

The idea of ​​creating belongs Dog No Problem Marco Agostini and Luke , one of the owners of conventional beaches in Rimini . According to them, every year more and more tourists take their pets on holiday and want to relax with them on the beach in a comfortable environment. Beach Dog No Problem endowed with a bed for dogs, special showers and a large playground . Optionally, you can use the services of a trainer or vet , reports The Local.

In the near future plans to open Agostini on the beach a couple of cafes and restaurants, and for the next season - to build a hotel for dog owners

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Beach Non smokers only opened in Venice

At the Venetian resort Bibione in Italy opened the first beach where smoking is prohibited.

The law banning smoking in public places there and spread to a wide stretch of coast.

In 2011, local authorities conducted a survey among residents and visitors and found that many are unhappy with the smell of smoke and lots of cigarette butts in the sea and on the beach, writes Corriere della Sera.

92% of respondents were in favor of a ban on smoking.

The result will be not only the fight against passive smoking, but also to improve the environment, because 27% of waste going to the beach of Bibione, related to smoking.

As reported by the local mayor, cigarette butts contain many toxic things decomposition which sometimes takes many years.

Despite the fact that, according to the mayor, the main objective of the project - not to punish smokers, and to raise awareness of environmental issues, anyone who smokes on the beach smoking rooms, now pays a fine of 50 euros.

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Tourists are invited to a night tour of Vesuvius

An exciting offer for tourists intending to visit Italy - night tours of Mount Vesuvius and the Roman city of Herculaneum, which after Pompeii was destroyed in a volcanic eruption in 79 AD.

Excursions are spectacular introduction to the history of the famous disaster: walk among the archaeological sites interspersed with theatrical performances.

Tour participants indicate, for example, a boat with a beach on the Bay of Naples, where once found the remains of a plurality of residents of Herculaneum, which was unable to escape from the scorching lava flow of gas and ash.

Attention is invited tourists and virtual reconstruction of the theater and the term of the deceased city. The route continues on the slopes of Vesuvius, where you can not only enjoy the nocturnal species, but also to hear a comment from professional volcanologists.

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Borgo Egnazia invites to play tennis with the best players
One of the most luxurious hotels in Puglia Borgo Egnazia offers to spend your vacation in sunny Italy surrounded by ancient olive trees and just a few steps from the magical beaches of the Adriatic coast. Especially for guests who plan to visit the hotel in June or September, Borgo Egnazia prepared a special gift - a unique opportunity to play tennis champions.

From 7 to 18 June, you can fight with Joachim Johansson - famous Swedish tennis player. Number 9 in the ATP rankings in 2005, winner of championships in Memphis, Adelaide and Marseille, the U.S. Open semi-finalist in 2004. In statistics aces performed during the match, which started in 1991, Johansson is one of the leading places with the result 51 - aces as he performed in the fourth round match of the Australian Open in 2005 against Andre Agassi.

From 8 to 22 September at the hotel will visit the Czech professional tennis player Karel Nováček. Number 8 in the world rankings in 1991, winner of the competition in Hamburg, Munich and Dubai, the U.S. Open finalist in doubles. Triumphed over giants like Boris Becker, Pete Sampras and Stefan Edberg. The cost of four private lessons with these great tennis players will be 219 euros (each lesson lasts 45 minutes).

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Venice promises compensation for rain
At two beaches in the province of Venice launched an unusual system. It ensures visitors resort either tan or refunds in vain spent on rent sunbeds and umbrellas.

In Italy this summer was rainy, sometimes as a result of visitors returning from the resort unhappy. In order to prevent the outflow of tourists, was invented by "insurance" against bad weather.

Henceforth, the tourist can be sure that if that day when he outlined the trek to the beach, suddenly it starts to rain, they spent money to rent a sunbed and umbrella will certainly be returned.

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Luxury shopping for foreign tourists - a new service from Naples tour operators
Naples - personal assistant greets tourists at the hotel or on the quay (if arriving by cruise ship or private yacht) and accompanies them in shopping for luxurious shopping or luxury boutiques, selected in accordance with the customer's personal preferences.

Project "Private Luxury Shopping", the brainchild of Pl Mangement & Discover Napoli Destinations, implemented in collaboration with a network of boutiques and prestigious brands. Luxury shopping with an assistant already "made ​​his first steps" and has already gained success.

Pl Management, founded in 2011, is the reference point for Italian and international luxury brands, Discover Napoli Destinations is a company providing travel services, its activities are aimed at the dissemination and promotion of tourism in Naples and the Campania region. The two companies joined forces after official data, it was found that 70% of the tourists prefer to buy luxury Italian goods in other major cities in Italy, while in Naples percentage drops to 10%. What is the reason? After all, the luxury shops in Naples rife, but too often they just stay in the shadows.

"Today the image of Naples in the tourism sector is identified with a delicious Italian pizza or discoveries remarkable tradition of craftsmanship. Nevertheless, Naples has for centuries considered the capital of elegance, almost like Paris - Jenny says Tina Cannon, one of the founders of Discover Napoli Destinations - We hope to revive this view by showing tourists that of famous Neapolitan reality, you can indulge in the luxury shopping and the main shopping streets of Naples in no way inferior to the most famous shopping streets in the world. "

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In Rome Movie Park offers entertainment
July 24 in the south-western suburbs of Rome Castel Romano (Castel Romano) will open a theme park named after the famous Italian film studio Cinecittà World. In the park recreated film sets eight different movies.

According ENIT, just a new theme park rides will be twenty, designed for visitors of all ages, four restaurants, several cinemas and many shops. Among entertainment - extreme roller coaster and tower from which visitors will "drop" to the ground. Reach Cinecittà World of the Italian capital to travel by underground or bus. Detailed access routes with numbers listed on the site of the complex. The cost of the ticket to the amusement park is 29 euros.

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Castle Hotel Castello di Spaltenna is 8 routes in the famous wine region
Want to see those landscapes that inspired Leonardo da Vinci to create a portrait of the mysterious Mona Lisa? Want to know the details of the production of dry red wine and a glass of tart taste of Chianti on the backdrop of stunning views, swing open before your eyes with the height of an ancient castle Di Broglio? Finally want to implement a healthy stroll through the picturesque hills, vineyards, olive groves and green forests Spaltenny? Oh, amata mia, amore mio, Tuscany ... you're too captivating!

Open genuine Tuscany invites charming castle Castello di Spaltenna, which offers to choose from 8 routes marvelous Chianti:

Route 1: From vertine Greve (Chianti)

Your journey begins in the medieval hamlet of vertine where there is a small handicraft production of cashmere products "Chianti Cashmere." On the farm you can buy a few souvenirs in the gift yourself and your friends - scarves, shawls, scarves, capes and blankets woven by hand from local wool goats.

Further, in the commune of Radda is certainly worth visiting ancient palace del Podesta, which is preserved in its original form and now serves the public needs, since it is a local municipality; Church of San Nicolo and the Museum of Sacred Art, recently opened in the former convent of San Francesco. Well, in order to solve the mystery of the Mona Lisa smile beautiful, you must go to Villa Vinamadzhio landscapes which inspired the creation of Leonardo's most famous painting in the world. Completed this route in the town of Greve in Chianti, which is called the gateway to the Chianti region. Here is a museum of wine, where visitors have the unique opportunity to taste more than 200 different brands of wine.

Route 2: From Koltibuono in Broglio

This route begins with a visit to the "Abbey good harvest" - that is the name of the estate is transferred Badia and Koltibuono based monks Vallombrozianskogo Order. Here the grapes are grown and involved in the production of wine and olive oil. Then is to go wine tasting in other famous Chianti estate - Rocca di Montegrosso.

One of the main points of the program will be the inspection di Meleto Castle, which stands in the heart of Chianti. In the past, he served as the residence of one of the oldest families of the Florentine aristocracy. Today is engaged in the production of wine and gladly accept guests. Evening in the castle-tasting cellar, but on the stage of a small theater satisfied chamber performances.

Further, this route takes you to the manor Castagnoli, which produces excellent Chianti Classico, and finally to the Castle di Broglio, belonging to a family of aristocrats Ricasoli 1141. The castle area has many attractions - the church of St. James, the family vault and a small museum with a collection of art objects, documents, weapons and other heirlooms. This place is the oldest winery in Italy where Terminations produced red wines that are exported worldwide.

Route 3: Siena

This route is devoted to getting acquainted with, perhaps, the most beautiful city in Tuscany - Siena. And start the day with a visit to better Siena Cathedral, the greatest monument of Italian Gothic, where the works of art by Michelangelo, Donatello and Bernini. Near the cathedral is the Museum of the Opera. It is worth to kneel in front of famous creation Duccio di Bouninsenya "Maesta" - the altarpiece of the Virgin Mary surrounded by angels singing. The excursion continues in the Plaza del Campo, where twice a year, arrange the famous Palio horse race. Definitely worth a visit and the Municipal Museum, where one of the most stunning in the world-frescoes of allegories "of good and bad government." Complete this route follows the tower Torre del Mangin (Tower Beefeaters, height of 102 meters with an observation deck), where the whole Siena visible at a glance.

Route 4: Cortona

Another city with a rich cultural heritage is the town of Cortona, founded by the Etruscans. It is here that one of the major archaeological museums in Italy - Etruscan Academy Museum MAEC. Here are the valuable exhibits illustrating the history of the Etruscan civilization - bronze ware, collection of ceramics, jewelry, coins, statues, as well as works by artists XIII-XVIII century. Guests are also advised to inspect the main Cathedral of Cortona, the monastery at Le Celle, founded by Saint Francis of Assisi in 1211 (according to legend, the monastery was located here saint), as well as the Basilica of St. Margaret of Cortona yes, decorated with ancient frescoes depicting the phenomenon of the Holy Spirit Holy Margarita .

After lunch in a cafe Tuscher Bar can go on an excursion to the Museum of the diocese - Diocesan Museum in Cortona, where the collected works of art and religious objects from different churches in the city. Here a unique collection of paintings by artists of the early Renaissance - "Annunciation" by Fra Angelico, "The Crucifixion" by Pietro Lorenzetti, "Madonna and Child" Niccolo di Senja "Communion of the Apostles" Luca Signorelli and many other masterpieces.

Finish your route fortress, Dzhirifalko, offering a wonderful view of Lake Trasimeno and the mountains surrounding it. Open a bottle of wine and raise a glass of Chianti for another day of bright impressions!

Route 5: In the Footsteps of Leonardo

For those who seek to unravel the Da Vinci Code, offering a route entirely dedicated to the great master. Guests will visit the places of Chianti, where Leonardo lived, and that inspired him to create paintings. The program is part of the route:

• Visit Villas Vinamadzhio

• Walk on the steep slopes of the town Piantravine

• Visit the commune Loro Ciuffenna and St Peter's Church in the town Gropina

• Scenic Route "seven bridges"

• Bridge Buriano

Route 6: San Gimignano and Monetredzhioni

Did you know that in the Middle Ages also build skyscrapers? Unbelievable but true. And you can verify this by going to the most visited city in Tuscany - San Gimignano. 14 stone towers (the height of some of them up to 50 meters!) Are the pride and glory of the city. Do not forget to throw a coin in the fountain in the square Cisterna, visit the Museum of Torture and Monetredzhioni nearby, with its incredible scenery.

Route 7: St. Mary's Church in Spaltenne

Through this tour, guests of the castle hotel will learn details of the story Castello di Spaltenna and charming churches on its territory.

Like its "sister" of San Giusto in Salcho, San Polo in Rosso, San Marcellino and San Vincenti, Spaltenna is a rural settlement of the Roman era. All the churches in these cities combines similarity in architecture - an iconographic structure with three naves separated by quadrangular pillars with semicircular apse. Interesting and unusual limestone wall decoration in light gray, the same color painted high bell tower, located on the side of the facade. Two towers at the corners of the entire structure and a few tops give a kind of playful character throughout the building.

Route 8: Large walk in Spaltenne

Lovers walking tours and walks hotel Castello di Spaltenna offers several routes in the surrounding Chianti:

1. Spaltenna - Frabekki - Montegrossi - Badia and Koltibuono - Spaltenna (length - 10 km)

2. Spaltenna - Frabekki - M.Muro - Barbishio - Spaltenna (length - 11 km)

3. Spaltenna - Meleto - Castagnoli - Barbishio - Spaltenna (length - 9 km)

4. Spaltenna - Adine - Galenda - San Giusto Institute Salcho - Vertin - Spaltenna (length - 12 km)

5. Spaltenna - Vertin - San Donato Institute pen - Chetamura - Koltibuono - Spaltenna (protyazhennnost - 9 km)

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"Talking trails" in the Dolomites

"Sentieri parlanti": That's called a free virtual guide to the Dolomites, is available for download in the Apple Store.

"Sentieri parlanti" - a free application that anyone interested traveler can download in Apple Store. Virtual Guide was developed to accompany tourists on routes in the Dolomites, in order to provide interesting historical and cultural information about the region of Veneto. "Talking trails" - a collaboration between the Region of Veneto, the Italian Alpine Club and the Foundation Angelini. Appendix describes many fascinating facts about the landscape, the environment, history, geology and traditions of the Dolomites.

The guide was created with the sole purpose to offer the possibility of historical and cultural enrichment to all those who are going on a camping trip to the Dolomites on the list of World Heritage Sites. "Sentieri parlanti" uses the GPS on your phone and has the following thematic structure:

- Geographical information about the region

- Geology, geomorphology and topography

- Historical and anthropological section

- Security when climbing mountains

Content is available in the form of text, audio guides, photos and video clips.

The application provides all the necessary information to find out where you are and how to get to the area where you are going, what to expect and what equipment is useful in a way.

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Tourist map of Venice

Venezia Unica Venice Card - official city travel card, get out of the merger of a number of pre-existing tourist maps of Venice. The card entitles the input queue to the main museums, foundations, and the most beautiful churches of Venice, as well as a number of useful benefits. Validity of the card - up to 7 days from the first use.

ADULT Pack

Cost € 39,90 for persons over 30 years

Free entrance to the Palazzo Ducale and 10 all the city's museums, 16 churches system «Chorus», Querini Stampalia Foundation and the Jewish Museum

JUNIOR Pack

Cost € 29,90 for those from 6 to 29 years

Free entrance to the Palazzo Ducale and 10 all the city's museums, 16 churches system «Chorus», Querini Stampalia Foundation and the Jewish Museum

SAN MARCO Pack

Cost € 24,90 for children under 6 years

Free entrance to the Palazzo Ducale and 3 any city museum in the area of ​​Piazza San Marco, 3, any church system «Chorus», Foundation Querini Stampalia

Owning any kind of card discounts at temporary exhibitions in the museums of the city (except SAN MARCO), Peggy Gugnhaym, Biennale Foundation Bevilakua la Maza, the Palazzo Grassi and the former customs house Punta della Dogana, a number of palaces, funds and exhibitions.

Also offers discounts when traveling on public transport Actv, starting with a simple single ticket for 60 minutes and finishing with a pass for 7 days.