Planning your first trip to Salento? Get ready to discover two seas, historic towns, charming villages, Mediterranean cuisine and a region with so much to explore. Perhaps you’ve already seen pictures of turquoise waters and beautiful sandy beaches. But where should you stay? Do you need a rental car? Which places are really worth visiting?…
A traditional masseria surrounded by olive trees, a small hotel in a historic town centre or a holiday home just a few minutes from the sea? Salento offers a wonderful variety of places to stay. But which accommodation is truly right for you and the kind of holiday you have in mind? I’ve been living…
Winter in Salento? For many people, it might sound like an unusual choice. After all, the southernmost part of Puglia is best known for its beaches, turquoise sea and lively summer months. But when the beach clubs close, the seaside towns become quieter and the beaches are almost deserted, Salento reveals a completely different side….
Did Italy really invent summer in Salento? Of course not. But sometimes, you could almost believe it. When the sun sets over the Ionian Sea, the narrow streets of little towns come alive again in the evening, and the smell of freshly baked bread drifts out of a local bakery, it’s easy to understand why…
Discover Salento Through Its Food When you visit Salento, in southern Puglia, you’ll discover much more than beautiful coastlines, historic villages and Mediterranean landscapes. This region also has plenty to offer when it comes to food and wine. Traditional Salento cuisine is closely connected to the region’s history and everyday life. Many local dishes developed…
Where History, Traditions and the Joy of Life Meet Salento, in Puglia, is much more than sunshine, beaches and the sea. Take a little time to explore, and you’ll discover a region with thousands of years of history, where traditions are still part of everyday life. Historic town centres, small churches, religious festivals, music, dance…
Sun, Sea and Two Beautiful Coastlines Fine sand beneath your feet, crystal-clear water and the gentle sound of the waves: the beaches of Salento are among the highlights of a holiday in Southern Italy. But no two beaches here are quite the same. Between the Adriatic coast and the Ionian Sea, you’ll find long sandy…
Three Cities, Three Different Characters – Each Tells a Story of Salento Salento is famous not only for its beautiful beaches and turquoise sea. Its towns and cities also have fascinating stories to tell – stories of centuries gone by, ancient traditions and the unique way of life in Southern Italy. Sometimes, all it takes…
Salento is much more than a summer destination. From peaceful winter days to vibrant August nights, this beautiful corner of Southern Italy has its own special charm in every season. Discover the best time to experience Salento in your own way. The Best Time to Visit Salento Salento has a wonderful way of reinventing itself…