If you only have a limited amount of time in Cinque Terre and want to get an overview of the area, many travelers recommend seeing the five towns by boat. Plus, the experience of cruising the ...

Earlier, I complained that the sleek, modern trains made Cinque Terre feel a bit like an amusement park. That’s true, but the trains and the ferry system also make getting around astonishingly easy.

If you’re looking for a good reason to explore the coast, consider a boat trip for a great way to see the breathtaking coastline. Another great experience is the Cinque Terre Wine Tour.

Visitors flock to this part of northwest Italy, chasing their own version of la dolce vita, the sweet life. And they come to hike.

Cinque Terre also has gorgeous beaches where you can catch some rays, just be sure to bring shoes as they are rock beaches sans sand. Or opt for a hired boat tour that will take you around all ...