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LivTours Editorial Team

LivTours Editorial Team

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The LivTours Editorial Team shares practical travel tips, destination guides, and local insights to help readers plan their visits and discover more of Europe. Drawing on LivTours’ experience working with local guides and destination experts, the team combines practical advice with a passion for cultural heritage and the local stories that make each destination unique.

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Nude Beaches in Italy

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When you think about Italy, you may think of beautiful Italian coastal beaches with picturesque hidden coves. But what you might not know is that there is nearly one nude beach in every coastal city in Italy. Italians hold very progressive views about nudity and sex, much more than… Read More

12 Homes of Celebrities in Italy

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Italy is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The country is known for its fashion, vineyards, architecture, and cuisine. While in Italy, you can visit Venice, the city of canals, or you can visit Rome and see where the gladiators fought. In fact, numerous celebrities throughout… Read More

Is Fettuccine Alfredo Really Italian?

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Let’s be honest, while filling our stomachs with the delectably rich and creamy sauce covered pasta we know of as Fettuccine Alfredo, we have all believed that we were eating authentic Italian pasta. Now let’s be really honest: some of us have even stated out loud that we would… Read More

11 Pompeii Highlights

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Pompeii was a city near what is now Naples. Archaeologists believe it was originally founded in the 7th or 6th century BC. It was destroyed in 79 AD when the volcano, Mt. Vesuvius, erupted. Tons of volcanic ash buried the city, and it was lost for 1500 years. Read More

15 Fun Facts About Rome

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Rome captures the hearts of 7-10 million tourists every year. The Eternal City is bursting with history, art, and delicious food. Having been in the spotlight for centuries, you would think all of Rome’s secrets had been revealed. But there are lots of lesser-known details about the city that you… Read More

Shakespeare in Italy

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6 Shakespearean plays that are set in Italy William Shakespeare is widely regarded as one of the greatest playwrights of all time. It is not clear if Shakespeare ever visited Italy during his lifetime however, many of his plays are based there. It’s interesting, then, that nearly a third… Read More

Best Beaches in Italy

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If you’re trying to plan your vacation to Italy, you’ve certainly asked yourself the question – when is beach season in Italy? Well lucky for you, beach season in the Italy is much longer than those few short months (July & August) in the heat of summer. It starts… Read More

Undiscovered Food Gems of Florence

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As a tourist, you might sometimes want the comfort of the familiar: going to Starbucks while in a different country just feels “safe.” But, we encourage you to step out of your comfort zone and try some of the food, drink, and snack places in Florence that are highly… Read More

Spas in Rome and Roman Baths

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When in Rome do as the Romans do: go to a bathhouse, a so-called ‘terme,’ and relax at one of the natural spas in Rome. Especially during the cold and humid season the dampness of the Eternal City can feel as thought it is sinking into your bones. Therefore,… Read More

Beating the Heat while Traveling in Europe

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Fa Caldo! It’s Hot 🥵 European heat waves are breaking records and even when there isn’t a heat wave, traveling in Europe during the summer can get hot. When touring, you will most likely be outside and walking more than you are accustomed to. Following… Read More

Our tours are in the top 1% of things to do worldwide

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When it comes to travel recommendations, what to do, where to go, what to see… TripAdvisor is an undisputed authority. With millions of reviews from travellers worldwide, it has become the go-to platform for discovering the best experiences and destinations worldwide.  There are so many tour companies out… Read More

Best semi-private tours in Barcelona

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Barcelona is alluring year-round. There are so many sights and experiences, it can be overwhelming to plan the perfect itinerary. To help you explore this beautiful, vibrant city, we have listed our favorite small group tours in Barcelona. These immersive, guided experiences, led by locals, will provide unique… Read More