How best to see Italy’s dreamy Ligurian coast? Follow the ancient cobblestoned paths that wind from town to town.

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

Here are some of Europe’s best walking trails to try: ...

In RICK STEVES’ HEART OF ITALY, Rick delves deep into the Italian heartland – the place where la dolce vita is a way of life.

EXCLUSIVE: For me, travelling in March is all about visiting the places that see the most crowds in the summer.