In Love in Italy: A Traveler's Guide to the Most Romantic Destinations in the Country of Amore

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As we settled in at our table, we began chatting with the couple beside us, who were celebrating their anniversary. Going back to countries I have visited is not usually something I enjoy but now I know that I had no clue of the wealth of cultural treasures that each different region in Italy holds. With its elaborate masks, colorful costumes, and enchanting atmosphere, it transports visitors to a world of fantasy and mystery.

It is not a question of age or of months spent together, but of languages…love languages, which Italy speaks so well. Italy is a wine lover's paradise, with vineyards scattered throughout the country producing a staggering variety of wines. While I was focusing on figuring out my major, career path and which sorority would accept me, Italian feel HARD by the wayside. The Atlantic Palace has had a makeover since we were there in 2013 and it looks all kind of swish now!

Thankfully the hotel had a semi-regular shuttle bus down to, and most importantly, up from, the town.

Keep reading to see how I ended up living in this country, with no Italian family, background or connections to speak of. Highlights from Tis Travel’s November Spotlight on Italy: Piedmont We enjoyed sharing the many interesting treasures of Italy’s Piedmont region with you during the month of November.We also share food and laughter with friends, go swimming and boating, and delight in dolce far niente — the sweetness of doing nothing. The Spanish class would’ve involved me taking a placement exam and so I made the mature decision to switch languages to Italian. As always, I struggled though my language classes and never put any more time than necessary into them. It seemed like hours passed as I sat enjoying a meal of linguine and clams, probably pulled from the Ligurian Sea that morning, along with a nice glass of local wine.