This essay is a part of Companion Fare, a series of personal stories about nonromantic love and travel.

Pantelleria’s extreme conditions have shaped its centuries-old way of growing grapes—a method that is recognized by UNESCO.

From fresh catches at the local market to cacciucco at restaurants, some of Italy's best seafood can be found in this ...

Set between dramatic mountains and miles of coastline, this lesser-known region offers stunning scenery, outdoor adventure, ...

Enjoy the sandy shores of this secluded island frequented by locals that recently appeared after engineering advances to ...