Cervo and Laigueglia: the baroque jewels of the Riviera di Ponente
Cervo and Laigueglia, two jewels of the Riviera di Ponente just an hour from Genoa: Ligurian Baroque, white beaches and fishing villages where time slows down between history and the sea.
Levanto and Cinque Terre by boat: the secret to escaping the crowds
Levanto: the secret village that offers the most authentic access to the Cinque Terre by sea, avoiding crowded trails. A…
San Fruttuoso: the medieval abbey reachable only by boat or on foot
The Benedictine abbey of San Fruttuoso, reachable only by boat or on foot, preserves a thousand years of history among…
Sestri Levante: between Andersen and two enchanted bays
Discover Sestri Levante, the city of two bays that enchanted Hans Christian Andersen. A journey between Danish fairy tales and…

Langhe and Monferrato: a weekend of Barolo and truffles 2 hours from Genoa
A weekend in the Langhe and Monferrato: from the Barolo vineyards to the Alba Truffle Fair, a journey of flavors and UNESCO landscapes just 2…

Dolceacqua: the medieval village that Monet painted three times
Dolceacqua, the medieval village painted by Monet: Doria castle, Rossese DOC wine and witch villages two hours from Genoa.

Varese Ligure: the ecological circular village of the La Spezia Apennines
The first Italian village with 100% renewable energy is also a unique medieval jewel: Varese Ligure, with its perfect circular plan, awaits you 90 minutes…

Portofino: the golden village reflected in the bluest sea
45 minutes from Genoa, Portofino reveals its magic among colorful houses, golden sunsets and authentic flavors. Your guide to experiencing Italy's most beautiful village beyond…

Finale Ligure: rock climbing, prehistoric caves and golden beaches
From Genoa to Finale Ligure: 1800 climbing routes, ancient prehistoric caves and golden beaches of the Riviera di Ponente. A perfect day trip just an…

The Ligurian-Piedmontese Apennines: villages and castles an hour from Genoa
Val Trebbia, Val d’Aveto and Rezzoaglio: medieval villages, porcini mushrooms and breathtaking views just an hour from Genoa. The Ligurian Apennines await you for a…
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