The Juniper Journal · Italy

Stories from the road.
Notes from the planners.

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Featured · Italy

Sep 29 · 12 min read

Italy's Harvest Season: Truffles, Grapes and Olive Oil by Region

The best time for truffle season in Italy: legal season dates by region, the 2026 Alba fair calendar, the early vendemmia and the olive harvest, month by month.

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Italy Honeymoon 2027: The Complete Planning Guide

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ItalyMar 11 · 6 min read

8 Religious Sites Across Italy You Must Visit

Italy offers some of the world’s most renowned wonders and sights. Juniper Tours looks forward to helping you visit one of these religious sites on your trip.

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Where to Stay for the 2026 Winter Olympics. Compare Milan, Cortina, Valtellina & Verona with travel times, hotels, and limited-time Black Friday deals!

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10-Day Italy Honeymoon Itinerary

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Best Time for a Honeymoon in Italy

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Stories from the road.Notes from the planners.