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Visiting Italian Riviera, Italy


Liguria, or the Italian Riviera, boasts a bounty of beaches and resort towns, such as tiny but tony Portofino and stylish Rapallo. Hiking trails lead from Portofino to the villages of Cinque Terre. The Riviera of the Setting Sun runs north from Genoa to the French border. Connected by an extensive rail network, most towns make easy daytrips from one another. Genoa is the region's principal city and is home to attractions from its famous Cathedral and the Palazzo Reale to an excellent aquarium.
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Gianni Franzi

Nov 20, 2009

Maybe we were so put off by the unsmiling, nearly scowling bartenders that we couldn't enjoy the food. Service matters, it can change the entire meal. The food was ok, nothing close to exceptional. ...more

Enoteca da Eliseo

Nov 20, 2009

The lady there is a sweetheart, the wines are good and the capers and olive snacks were excellent. more

La Casa Dei Limoni

Nov 20, 2009

Maria and Marcello were extremely gracious and kind - and this matters a lot to us. The room was clean, comfortable and the a/c worked well. The walk/hike up to the B&B is definitely not for...more

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  • Major features: shopping, historic sites, beaches, nightlife, golf courses
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  • Major features: beaches, water sports, Waimea Canyon, waterfalls
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  • Major features: nightlife, beaches, shopping, art museums
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