How to explore Italy like a local
20/06/2025 · By Tim Hall
Expert Great Rail Journeys Tour Manager and blogger Tim Hall discusses how to explore Italy with his top tips and advice about food, drink and culture.
Read moreThe town of Sestri Levante, set on the coast overlooking the glittering Mediterranean, occupies a beautiful position on a peninsula, surrounded by two gorgeous bays. On one side is the Bay of Fairytales, which was named in honour of Hans Christian Andersen, the most famous former resident of Sestri Levante. On the other side of the town is the Bay of Silence, which is also known as Portobello.
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Discover the towns and villages of the Italian Riviera, which sparkle beside the Mediterranean Sea, as we explore the Cinque Terre and the city of Portofino. Explore the pastel-hued fishing village of Camogli, and relax in Sestri Levante - a town between two bays. Sail to San Fruttuoso abbey, set in a secluded cove, only accessible by boat. ...