Everywhere in Tuscany is well-travelled - especially in summertime - but after Florence, anywhere will seem comparatively peaceful, even the hubs of Siena and Lucca.

Giovanna Dell'Orto details her four favourite walks in Liguria, the arc-shaped slice of Italy that stretches from the border with France to Tuscany's coast.

Milan's furniture design fair, the Salone del Mobile, is a mecca for international trend-seekers.

Jim Eagles explores the violent history and stunning beauty of Tuscany and Umbria.

Wellington-based Tim Wigmore is one of the up-and-coming designers exhibiting at this year's Satellite Salone.

Today, the crowds descended upon the Fiera Pavillions in Milan to see what the biggest names in global furniture manufacturing had on offer.

Judging by the impressive display at the Swarovski Crystal Palace today we can assume that the dark days are almost over.

Hands up if the words "Italian wine" conjure up images of cheap Chianti in a wicker-covered bottle?

The damage Italy's Prime Minister inflicts on his country continues unchecked.

A well-made, inexpensive Italian red wine is a great joy, says John Hawkesby.

Italy's Agriculture Minister and the Slow Food movement battle over the McItaly burger - made of Italian beef, Asiago cheese and artichoke spread.

Thousands of tourists wearing masks and costumes thronged Venice's car-free streets on Saturday as the city's celebration of Carnival began.

Even budget travellers in Italy can afford to factor in some luxury, writes Peter Bills.

Be inspired and put wine on top of the 2010 agenda.

Fashion blogger Isaac Hindin-Miller files from Milan Fashion Week.