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Enjoy the Mountain Vibe at Bruneck’s Christmas Market

The beauty of the South-Tyrolean Bruneck Christmas market is that it retains the original market vibe. Almost everything for sale is locally crafted, cooked or created.

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Discovering the magic of Bolzano’s Christmas Market

I had the pleasure of spending a few magical days exploring Bolzano’s Christmas market, an experience that left me enchanted by its unique blend of cultures, festive atmosphere and mouthwatering foods.

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Hiking Lago di Barcis near Aviano

At the foot of the Friulian Dolomites lies Lago di Barcis, located a short 30-minute drive north of Aviano Air Base.

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6 of Italy’s best unknown national parks

From coastlines to cliffs, lakes to mountains, Italy boasts some fantastic national parks perfect for outdoor discovery.

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Positano on the Amalfi Coast

Roughly an hour and a half south of Naples, Positano is everything a picture-perfect Amalfi Coast dream is made of

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Shopping highlights in downtown Naples

For those new to the city, here is your guide to the best shopping highlights in downtown Naples.

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Day trips from Aviano: Miramare Castle

Miramare Castle lies along the Trieste coastline. It is 90 minutes from Aviano Air Base, making for an easy day trip.

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Exploring Sicily’s annual festivals

These are some of the festivals in Sicily you should put on your calendars!

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Modica: Sicily’s Chocolate Village

Only a 1.5-hour drive away from NAS Sigonella, Modica is perfect for a leisurely outing to taste Sicily’s specialty chocolate

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Prosecco Hills of Italy

Our 35-kilometer e-bike ride immersed us in the picturesque landscape of the Prosecco Hills of Italy

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A quick weekend trip to Milan

Here is the perfect weekend itinerary for a quick trip to bustling Italian city of Milan and the surrounding scenic lakes and villages.

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A short drive from Sigonella: Visiting the island of Ortigia

Ortigia is a city that is not something to be missed, whether you are on vacation or living on the island. 

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San Gennaro in Naples

With blood said to have saved the city from volcanic disaster, Naples has a unique and special celebration for their patron saint, San Gennaro.

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Beautiful beaches of southeastern Sicily

Here is your guide the the best beaches of Sicily, from pebbly coves to sandy strands, they are all within striking distance of NAS Sigonella.

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