Part of the Gargano National Park, the five-island archipelago is marooned in the Adriatic Sea, some 14 miles off the coast of Puglia — the region that forms the heel to Italy’s boot.

Visiting The Black Sand Beaches As with many other black sand beaches, you can thank the island's active volcano for providing the volcanic ash that creates its beautiful and unusual color. Keep ...

When the 17th- and 18th-century young British bluebloods would embark on the Grand Tour of Europe as a rite of passage, they'd cross over into Italy stopping in Turin, Venice, Florence, Rome, and ...

The islands harbor one of the largest marine parks in Europe, a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, especially those who are fond of carbo-loading.

The Underappreciated Islands in Venice’s Backyard These outer islands offer beaches, mosaics, shimmering lagoon vistas, fishing villages and the rhythms of traditional Italian life ...