National Geographic’s Travel List

The Best of Italy 2010
Do you know what is a common thing among three Italian places: Cinque Terre, Rome and Cortina? Not good at guessing? Here is the answer. They are not only beautiful and charming places, but also they can boast of carrying the names of the “Bests”. These places are all listed in the National Geographic’s website as one of the best places in the world under categories of: Walking and Hiking tours, Ski runs and lodges and film footsteps. Check them out!

The National Geographic Society has been encouraging people to care about the planet since the end of 19th century. It is also one of the biggest and well known scientific and educational non-profit organizations in the world. National Geographic Magazine is a monthly journal containing articles about geography, popular science, history, culture, current events, and photography. The column “travel” includes the top destinations all over the world.

Rome – the eternal city – is listed under the category “Film Footsteps”. You can reveal the mysteries of the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Castel Sant’Angelo, and St. Peter’s in the movie “Angels and Demons”. In addition, most of the world famous classical movies were made in Rome: Fellini’s classic Roma and Roman Holiday. Visit the city that inspired many great creators and is a hot spot for a film industry.


Mediterranean sea on one side and mountains on the other. This unique combination has earned the title of the top Walks and Hiking Tours for Italian Cinque Terre. The Cinque Terre is a rugged portion of coast on comprising five little villages. The place is famous not only for its spectacular views, but also for its amazing cuisine. Multiply this fabulous experience by five.

Even though the Cortina Center is rather small, but is can boast of the qualified services and great opportunities for the winter sports lovers. Cortina was the host town of the Winter Olympic Games in 1956. Experience an active holiday! Resort’s ski-ranges, scenery, accommodations and shops are waiting to be discovered.

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