Few countries are quite as magical as Italy. From the ancient monuments of Rome to the picturesque canals of Venice, it’s no wonder that Italy is perennially one of the most popular vacation spots. If ...

Swoony reads will transport you from the doldrums of winter to a Caribbean resort, a Hamptons beach, the streets of Paris and ...

Italy is known as one of the most romantic European destinations, but that doesn't mean the entire country is bursting with chocolates and roses. During peak travel season, the nation of pasta and ...

If you're in search of a sun-drenched autumn escape, an Italian 'hidden gem' provides ample sand, sea and awe-inspiring beauty. Puglia, situated on Italy's southeast coast, is renowned for its lengthy ...

Editor’s Note: This story was originally published in March 2024. It was republished in February 2025 to mark the launch of CNN’s Chance Encounters podcast Bianca Gignac was swimming under the stars, ...

Buildings on the coast of Lake Como, Italy. “Romantic” is certainly a subjective term. A long-distance hike through the mountains, with chilly nights spent in a two-person tent, might be a recipe for ...

(CNN) — Bianca Gignac was swimming under the stars, against a backdrop of colorful, cliffside houses, with a complete stranger, her clothes left in a pile on a rock. Bianca was in the harbor of ...