Those visiting Cinque Terre will definitely be able to relax in the smaller villages, including Vernazza. This village is home to many different historical sites, including Doria Castle.

Debbie Parrott travelled with Railbookers (020 3327 0869; railbookers.com), which offers a tailor-made, five-night holiday to Cinque Terre, via the Alps, from £939 per person, including rail ...

The nearest airports are: Florence Airport (FLR), about 110 miles southeast; Milan-Malpensa Airport (MXP), around 180 miles north; and Genoa Airport (GOA), approximately 60 miles northwest.

Milan is the best international gateway to Cinque Terre. From Milan’s Central Station (Milano Centrale), it’s a three-hour train ride to Monterosso for $30. Add another $10 for First-Class ...

After the Cinque Terre was discovered by tourists in the 1970s, the economy began a gradual shift from agriculture to tourism. Today only about 275 acres are cultivated.