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Work and Play in Italy
Once business concludes, a world of wonder awaits in many of Italy’s incredible cities.
Castel dell’OvoONCE THE FINAL MEETING WRAPS and the last con-
tract is signed and sealed with a handshake, what’s next?
Do you catch a flight back home or do you take advantage
of the destination? If your next business trip is to Italy, we
suggest adding a few more days to explore the country’s
most amazing hot spots. Make time for more than meetings
in these three cities.
WHEN IN NAPLES
Pack the briefcase away and break out the backpack as you
set off to explore Naples. Whet your appetite for adventure
with the best pizza in the world, found here, and then
discover the seaside Castel dell’Ovo, one of the world’s
oldest fortifications, and the stunning artwork of “The
Veiled Christ” at San Severo Chapel. There’s more ripe
for exploration, including the catacombs of San Gennaro,
Caserta Royal Palace and Herculaneum. Before returning
to work, indulge with a luxurious spa treatment on the
beautiful island of Ischia.
WHEN IN BARI
Business is done in Bari, now what? The answer to that
question is nearly endless, but start with a stroll through
the old downtown, which retains its former Medieval
splendor and boasts a number of historic sites. Tour one of
Italy’s largest theaters, Teatro Petruzzelli, rebuilt to its former
glory after a fire in the early 1990s. When hunger strikes,
visit nearby Altamura, famous for its bread. Another nearby
small town, Alberobello, was designated a UNESCO World
Heritage site for its noteworthy trullo, white stone building
with conical roofs.
WHEN IN CATANIA
As the workload lessens, another UNESCO World Heritage
site awaits in Catania. Boasting Sicilian Baroque architecture,
Sant’Agata Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church dedicated
to Saint Agatha. The city square, Piazza del Duomo, is also
a listed site. Take in the sights, sounds and excited energy
of La Pescheria, the fish market, before embarking on a
full-day tour from Catania to the ancient town of Taormina
and the fascinating landscape of Mount Etna.
For more information, visit http://www.italia.it
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