Luckily, Matera is not too far from Naples, one of the more budget-friendly cities to fly into in Italy -- especially if you book a low-cost carrier. From there a bus ride to Matera will run you ...

A trip to Matera, Italy, will take you back in time. By. Stacey Leasca. Stacey Leasca. ... Ham Dungeons, Vinegar Lofts, and More Adventures in Italy’s Oddly Specific Food Museums.

The city of Matera, famed for the ancient cave dwellings of its Sassi di Matera neighbourhoods, in Basilicata, southern Italy Ken Doherty Tue Nov 12 2024 - 05:00 ...

Of all of Italy's 20 regions, Sicily is my favorite. On my first visit nearly a decade ago, the region's volcanic landscapes, unbeatable street food scene, and welcoming locals won me over.

Skip the Amalfi Coast and visit some of the other amazing spots in Southern Italy instead, such as the Aeolian Islands in Sicily or Matera in Basilicata.