That’s amore!
Italy’s lake region is among the most picturesque in the world, from the Alps in Orta to the gardens and villas of Como. To experience this beauty first hand, try Italiatours fly-drive spring package. Prices start at $1,229 per person and include round-trip on Alitalia from JFK or Newark to Milan, seven nights in a three-star hotel (double occupancy), breakfasts, lunches and rental car. The special runs from April 1 to June 14; (800) 845-3365, http://www.italiatourusa.com.
Heart of Philly
The City of Brotherly Love is steeped in history, but it’s also alive with the rhythms of myriad cultures. A new Web site highlights the city’s neighborhoods: soul-food joints, Colombian restaurants, Chinese herbal shops and info about the region’s Native American heritage; http://www.philadelphiamac.org.
News for Nevis
It just got easier to get to paradise. The island of Nevis is heralding the April 6 inauguration of a 25-minute weekly flight from Antigua, operated by Caribbean Star Airlines. It connects with flights from Miami and Newark, and operates round-trip on Saturdays; http://www.caribbeanstar.com.