Pope Benedict Resigns
“After having repeatedly examined my conscience before God, I have come to the certainty that my strengths, due to an advanced age, are no longer suited to an adequate exercise of the Petrine...
View ArticleHabemus Papam: Papa Francisco!
As soon as the white smoke rose from the special chimney atop the Sistine Chapel on Wednesday, March 13, the crowds swelled in historic St. Peter’s Square as the bells rang loudly. Thousands and...
View ArticleSecrets of…the Rome Catacombs
Originating in the 2nd century, the Catacombs of Rome have been discovered only in recent decades. These ancient catacombs, otherwise known as underground burial places, were a response to overcrowding...
View ArticleUnearth the Secrets of the Colosseum with Avventure Bellissime
Situated just east of the Roman Forum in the centre of Rome lies the famous Colosseum, also known as the Flavan Amphitheatre. Built out of concrete and stone in 70AD, it is considered one of the...
View ArticleMemorable Avventure Bellissime Day Trips from Rome
Rome is an exciting place to be. A city filled with history and culture, it’s the perfect blend of relaxation and exploration. Culinary delights, historical discoveries, exciting excursions, romantic...
View ArticleMeet the Avventure Bellissime Italy Tour Guide Team
When Avventure Bellissime (“Beautiful Adventures”) was founded in 1999, it was founded on this principle: to offer world-class Italy tours at affordable prices with exceptional customer service at...
View ArticleClient Testimonial: “Our vacation was fantastic!”
This past May (2013), Eric Martin of Clifton Royal, New Brunswick, came to Italy on an Avventure Bellissime custom Italy Vacation Package. Upon his return to Canada, he took the time to share some...
View ArticleTravelog: A memorable trip to Italy with “The Snarky Librarian”
Avventure Bellissime has been offering amazing Italy day tours and vacation packages since 1999 — and it’s been a huge success! But we wouldn’t be anything, really, if it weren’t for all those special...
View ArticleItaly Off The Beaten Path: Bologna
Which Italian city not only has rich history that draws many people to it for Italy vacations, but has been declared a European capital of culture as well as a city of music by the United Nations...
View ArticleAvventure Bellissime Announces 2 New Vacation Packages for 2014!
Exploring Italy for your 2014 vacation just got a little better with two exciting new Italy vacation packages that will be offered by Avventure Bellissime. Since 1999 the dynamic and knowledgeable...
View ArticleA Journey through Italian Christmas Traditions with Avventure Bellissime
Italians love parties and celebrations, so imagine how people across Italy embrace the season of Christmas and make Italy vacations during December a magical journey. When you book Italy Vacation...
View ArticleBest Wishes for 2014 from Avventure Bellissime
Why is it that the days between Christmas and il capodanno (New Year’s Eve) seem to pass more quickly than the other days in December? As we reflect on another great year of providing Italy tours and...
View ArticleThe Benefits of Group Travel with Avventure Bellissime
When you are able to plan your Italy vacations with set departure dates, Avventure Bellissime offers exceptional value with Small Group 2014 Italy Vacation Packages. These Italy vacation packages are...
View ArticleItaly Off The Beaten Path: Sorrento
Sorrento proves the old adage that good things come in small packages. Home to just under 17,000 people, this beautiful town in Southern Italy has been a favourite destination for Italy vacations since...
View ArticleMake History at the Vatican with Avventure Bellissime this April!
Millions of Catholic faithful from around the globe are planning Italy vacations this April to witness an historic ceremony in Rome set for the week after Easter Sunday. On April 27 Pope Francis will...
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