http://www.hidden-italy.com/rss/latest.xml Latest postings en-us http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/la_befana_le_marche.html 12 December 2009. Detailed picture of the witch-like character, La Befana, during a ceremony in Sant'Angelo in Pontano, Le Marche on 6 January 2008. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/befana_children.html 12 December 2009. Taking place on the same day as the Christian Feast of the Epiphany, La Befana sits quietly and waits for the next child who will receive a present. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/speedcamera.html 24 October 2009. Picture of an Italian speed camera sign, warning vehicles about these new devices. http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/speedcameras.html 24 October 2009. Updated information on the plastic roadside speed cameras. http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/drive06.html 17 July 2009. Updated prices from the UK, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria, Italy and San Marino; the strong Euro in 2009 means that UK drivers no longer get much cheaper fuel, with the exception of Luxembourg and Austria. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/quintanabanner.html 16 May 2009. La Quintana is an annual historical festival that takes place in the ancient city of Ascoli Piceno, Le Marche, on the first Sunday in August. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/quint_proc.html 16 May 2009. It is this ancient city's medieval joust, and is preceded by a huge costumed procession through each of the city's six neighbourhoods http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/quint_assembly.html 16 May 2009.The joust and games take place in the city's football stadium; this photo shows the processions from the various districts of Ascoli Piceno assembling before the grand proclamation. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/madonna_ascoli.html 16 May 2009. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/quint_joust.html 16 May 2009. At the Tournament a (horse) rider represents each Sestieri (borough) and is dressed in their colours http://www.hidden-italy.com/trains/train01.html 30 January 2009. More useful information about Italian railroad stations, providing details of how to use timetables and platforms. http://www.hidden-italy.com/culture/culture01.html 25 October 2008. Did you know - why Italian windows are much easier to clean than British windows. http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/drive06.html 10 July 2008. Updated diesel and petrol prices added for UK, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Austria, Italy and the Republic of San Marino. http://www.hidden-italy.com/culture/italian_proverbs.html 21 May 2008. Il bicchiere della staffa = the class of the stirrup. But what does it mean? http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/drive06.html 20 May 2008. Some more information added about Serravalle, San Marino and the ease by which you can get cheaper fuel. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/san_ginesio.html 7 May 2008. Evocative picture of the countryside showing San Ginesio and the Sibillini mountains. http://www.hidden-italy.com/culture/italian_proverbs.html 7 May 2008. Some wonderful and colourful expressions and proverbs in the Gravinese dialect. http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/_hall_of_fame.html 28 March 2008. More high scores added. http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/italianroadsigns.html 2 February 2008. Going to drive in Italy? Think you know a bit of Italian? Nervous about finding your way around? This fun self-test gives you a chance to see and learn about road signs and their meanings. http://www.hidden-italy.com/culture/sayings01.html 10 January 2008. A new dialectic saying from Puglia. http://www.hidden-italy.com/marche/marche03.html 10 January 2008. New pullman timetables uploaded and available in pdf format. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/image017.html 20 December 2007. Typical alpine pass in the Valle D'Aosta, not far from the little St. Bernard Pass. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/roundabout.html 20 December 2007. Remember that lane discipline is often interpreted with amazing flexibility, as this picture shows! http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/rail_station.html 20 December 2007. Which train will I take - the graffiti-strewn train on the laft or the TrenItalian on platform 1? http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/train_view.html 20 December 2007. This is the stunning Vale of Aosta in north-western Italy. Aosta is easily reachable from Torino (Turin). http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/modena_station.html 20 December 2007. Italy's rail system boasts some beautifully-designed trains, including the Cisalpino units. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/italian_hotel.html 20 December 2007. A typical Italian piazza (square) in Le Marche, showing the church and hotel/bar. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/fossombrone.html 20 December 2007. This picture of the town in northern Le Marche shows that there is much undiscovered and unexplored countrysde in this region. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/house_for_sale.html 20 December 2007. Detail of a house for sale sign - the house has since been sold. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/trento.html 20 December 2007. Rooftop view of this impressive northern city, nestling in the Dolomite mountains and the River Aldige. http://www.hidden-italy.com/trains/train02.html 18 November 2007. Advice on getting the best from your first class travel; top tips on using the TrenItalia website. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/image013.html 2 November 2007. There are several Roman remains in this important provincial city in Italy. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/image014.html 2 November 2007. The nearby fort was well defended and this bridge was an invaluable part of the structure. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/image015.html 2 November 2007. The famous resting place of the monk, now saint. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/image016.html 2 November 2007. High in the Dolomite mountains, Lake Toblino is well worth a visit. http://www.hidden-italy.com/hotels/accom01.html 8 October 2007. What happens when you pull the chord in the bathroom... http://www.hidden-italy.com/culture/culture02.html 8 October 2007. Greeting Italians - why you should avoid saying ciao to strangers. http://www.hidden-italy.com/marche/marche01.html 19 September 2007. Le Marche's verdant pastures and upland. http://www.hidden-italy.com/marche/marche02.html 19 September 2007. Winter persuits in Le Marche, specifically hunting and skiing. http://www.hidden-italy.com/links/links01.html 19 June 2007. Links added including the excellent Europe a la Carte. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/image009.html 14 June 2007. Pictures of Mogliano's colourful July festival. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/image011.html 14 June 2007. Pictures of the moving memorial in the town square. http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/drive03.html 11 June 2007. More advice on lane discipline and practice. http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/drive02.html 25 April 2007. More information on pedestrian (zebra) crossing and on passing cyclists. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/imagesTN01.html 16 April 2007. Pictures of Modena's wonderful indoor market; Bologna's twin towers; a reenactment of the Austrian withdrawal from Molgliano; a typical citadella. http://www.hidden-italy.com/images/imagesTN02.html 16 April 2007. Presepi exhibition (unique Christmas cribs with a twist!); evidence of ancient musicians in Spoleto. http://www.hidden-italy.com/culture/sayings01.html 16 April 2007. Advice from an Italian on how to choose a wife; why the best intentions can go wrong. http://www.hidden-italy.com/hotels/bargain_accom.html 14 March 2007. More tips and advice on getting the best hotel, bed and breakfast deals. http://www.hidden-italy.com/hotels/accom01.html 14 March 2007. Additional information on hotel standards. http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/drive04.html 14 March 2007. Tips on overtaking, joining and leaving the autostrada. http://www.hidden-italy.com/car/travel01.html 6 March 2007. Arriving through the port of Ancona.