As we reported earlier this year, the Riviera Express, which connects the city of Rome to the French Mediterranean metropolis of Marseille, is finally launching this summer, with seasonal service set to start on July 4, running through August 30. Beyond Rome and Marseille, however, the train is calling at a number of dreamy coastal destinations that …

With its faraway fairytale castles, cobbled towns that look frozen in a 15th-century snapshot, and unmatched cultural allure, it’s no wonder Europe is at the top of the bucket list for most Americans flying abroad this summer. While most will be flocking to cities like London, Paris, and Rome, a sizable minority has been craving …

Picturesque pebbly beaches straddling azure bays (with what’s probably an ancient castle or Roman ruin in the background), soft lemon gelato, and blood-orange-tinged sunsets: There’s nothing quite like a European summer, and if you’re anything like us, you’ve been saving up for months for that idyllic Transatlantic getaway in July-August. But then again, there’s the fact …

Home to Blanche ‘choras’ that cling vertiginously to cliff-sides, and picture-ready blue dome churches, it’s no wonder Santorini is one of the most popular European summer getaways. If only Greece’s most picturesque island weren’t so incredibly crowded, and overnights in those iconic cave hotels with swim-up suites wouldn’t cost thousands of euros a night… But hey, …

Planning an idyllic voyage across Italy this summer, ticking off all of the significant landmarks?# From the floating canal city of Venice, to Rome’s millennia-old monuments—and every smaller, picture-perfect medieval town in between—there’s plenty to keep you busy. You’re probably thinking you don’t need us to dangle yet another tempting detour in front of your …

Thinking of heading to a summery, idyllic Italy this summer, but the discouraging TikToks showing unbelievable crowds in places like Rome and Venice, not to mention the jaw-dropping prices, have been putting you off? We might have just the perfect solution, or in any case, Delta Air Lines does: All through summer, they will be …

Nothing screams an idyllic European summer quite like an island getaway in Italy: between the vineyard-dotted countryside and the rugged coast hugged by azure seas, it’s probably the closest thing to paradise you’ll find on Earth. If only it weren’t overwhelmingly crowded, and it didn’t put such a strain on your wallet… Well, today’s your …

Meatballs in the Caribbean? Ehh, hard pass. Meatballs in Italy with Caribbean-esque waters? Now that’s amore! We all know the Amalfi Coast is on most travelers’ wishlists when they venture across the Atlantic in search of Italy’s world-renowned shores. But you might be surprised which region of Italy is breaking all-time tourism records. If you’re …

Despite the crowds, Rome never loses its luster. It’s too iconic, steeped in fascinating history. That being said, Rome no longer has to be the main gateway to explore Italy’s harder-to-reach destinations. Sure, you can visit Rome, Florence, Venice, Milan, and maybe even Turin so you can decide for yourself once and for all whether …

Flowers are in full bloom, days are getting longer, and the incessant rain that plagued much of Europe for the past few months has finally ceased, which can only mean one thing: summer is fast approaching, and it’s high time we hit the Mediterranean again. Needless to say, the bustling ancient metropolis of Rome and …

For the third year in a row, Delta Air Lines has unveiled its annual list of most-searched destinations by Americans flying abroad this summer, and if you think Cancun’s placed at number one, you’re in for a surprise. 2025 is an exciting year for Delta, with increasing frequency on some of its most popular Transatlantic …

Home to iconic landmarks like the Roman Colosseum, the floating city of Venice, and the Leaning Tower of Pisa, Italy is probably at the top of your list if you’re flying across the pond in the next few months. Just beware: that idyllic version of Positano your favorite Instagrammer sold you may not exactly apply, …