While much of Italy’s appeal is rooted in its relaxed pace and Old World feel, Milan — the nation’s second city and financial capital — offers just the opposite. But travelers who make time for Milan ...

This Northern Italian city deserves a spot on your itinerary, with its stunning castles and cathedrals, rich history, and excellent local cuisine.

If you could take a road trip with your younger self, how well do you think the two of you would get along? Would you have an admiration for each other? Would you even recognize each other? Rick ...

Europe is rich in history, but its splendid castles, antique churches, and age-old ruins tell only part of the story. To dig even deeper in time – much deeper – visit a cave. Some of my favorites, in ...