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Visitor Perspective, the Carta Unica ticket of Orvieto, by Palazzo Misciattelli: #2, the Orvieto Underground
In honour of the upcoming 2025 Jubilee, Palazzo Misciattelli is delighted to introduce a series of posts on all the sites included in the Orvieto Carta Unica, from the visitor’s perspective! #2,…
August 28, 2024 -
Visitor Perspective, the Carta Unica ticket of Orvieto, by Palazzo Misciattelli: #1, the Duomo
In honour of the upcoming 2025 Jubilee, Palazzo Misciattelli is delighted to introduce a series of posts on all the sites included in the Orvieto Carta Unica, from the visitor’s perspective! #1:…
August 28, 2024 -
Experiences in Umbria – Golfing in Italy + Nightlife!
Golfing in Italy….within an hour or so drive from Orvieto, you can find some spectacular golf courses. From Marco Simone near Rome to the fabulous Antognolla near Perugia – Orvieto is surrounded by fantastic golfing. Then come home to Palazzo Misciattelli where you can walk to countless restaurants and bars for a fun night out on the town. And then simply walk home!
November 24, 2023 -
What distinguishes Palazzo Misciattelli in Italy?
Interesting fact: the number of tourists to visit Italy per year exceeds the actual population of Italy! Italy’s population is 60 million and the number of visitors to Italy last year reached…
November 15, 2023 -
Pasta Making at Palazzo Misciattelli
Recently we had special guests at Palazzo Misciattelli for a three night stay on their honeymoon. We welcomed them as we do all of our guests with special gifts in their Luxury…
November 2, 2023 -
How does Orvieto fit into the itinerary of a trip to Italy?
Does a trip to Italy always have to include Rome, Florence, Venice and Amalfi coast? Well, here’s the thing. I always advocate for the less-trafficked destinations. Why? Because the experience is more…
October 11, 2023 -
Parking and Getting Around in Orvieto, Umbria
Palazzo Misciattelli is positioned in the centro storico, or historic center, of the ancient city of Orvieto. It has been a family residence for generations, and now also is a boutique lodging…
September 14, 2023 -
Palazzo Misciattelli – A Four Story Palazzo with 3000 Years of History
At first glance, the Palazzo seems straightforward enough. 10,000 square feet of above ground space over four levels. With additional very deep cantinas below ground. Is it a “Renaissance” palazzo? A “Medieval”…
August 3, 2023 -
Returning to Italy
When I was small, growing up in America, I learned my grandparents were from Italy. This sparked an utter fascination. What is Italy? Where is it? I grilled my family. I begged…
February 23, 2021 -
The Marchesa on the Balcony
I remember the first time I met the Marchesa. It was on the balcony of Arrigo’s brother’s house. Below us was that vast expanse of valleys and hill towns and fields spread…
February 23, 2021
Recent Posts
- Visitor Perspective, the Carta Unica ticket of Orvieto, by Palazzo Misciattelli: #2, the Orvieto Underground
- Visitor Perspective, the Carta Unica ticket of Orvieto, by Palazzo Misciattelli: #1, the Duomo
- An exclusive week in Orvieto… a stay at Palazzo Misciattelli
- Experiences in Umbria – Golfing in Italy + Nightlife!
- What distinguishes Palazzo Misciattelli in Italy?