Branch out from the same overcrowded summer destinations with our guide to 8 alternative beach holidays for summer 2017. 

You've made it to Abruzzo but you've only got a weekend to spare. Here's how to make the most of a long weekend in the region. 

From pasta to pizza and everything in between, Abruzzo is a paradise for foodie enthusiasts.  

Many of Abruzzo's villages are officially recognised as being amongst the most beautiful in Italy. Here are some that you definitely don't want to miss out on visiting. 

From complex histories to spectacular architecture, castles have so much to offer. 

Luciano Di Gregorio gives some helpful tips for those who fancy a trip to the beach in Abruzzo.

Luciano Di Gregorio investigates why pasta is so integral to the diet of the Abruzzese.