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The Italian Riviera is of no less historical importance than other regions of Italy and in 2006 Genoa entered the ranks of the UNESCO World Heritage status for the Strada Nuova. Genoa is worth a visit for its beautiful palazzos and claim to history. Stroll the Strada Nuova and see about any upcoming art happenings at the city's center, the Piazza De Ferrari.

The lure of the Italian Riviera, though is the dramatic coastline where wooded mountains hang above the Mediterranean and small fishing villages, ports and sandy coves pepper the region.

Portofino is one of the breathtaking beach towns of the Italian Riviera with a small but beautiful beach and cove perfect for swimming. The town is best appreciated by foot or boat.

The unsurpassed vistas of the coastal walk among its five medieval fishing villages put Cinque Terre (the Five Lands) on the map. Wine, more than fishing, is the mainstay of the village - you'll see the vines growing about the terraced hills. Cinque Terre's largest village is Monterosso. Riomaggiore has the best diving.

Additional towns worth mentioning are Nervi, Camogli, Rapallo, Sestri Levante, Moneglia and Levanto, a surfing spot.
Why You’ll Love It
Getting to know the few hotels, restaurants, and bars in one of these small villages will give you a glimpse of what it feels like to actually live in Italy. The evening tranquility ensures a romantic and intimate honeymoon, as long as you pace yourself during the day. This is a great place for a good sweat in or out of the bedroom with your active spouse.
Why She’ll Love It
Strolling paths lined with olive groves and the nightly dramatic scene of lights dotting the coastline under an azure sky make it easy for her to adapt to low-key Italian Riviera living. Hiking, mountain biking, scuba diving and swimming allow her to discover natural Italy with her active spouse.
Get to Know Italian Riviera
Walk or catch a boat to the midieval abbey of San Fruttuoso. Dine at the local trattoria. Portofino houses a dolphin and whale sanctuary and gives access to a crystal clear protected marine habitat. An Italian Rivieria honeymoon is filled with active adventure and local ease.
Best Booze
A neighbor to the winelands of Piedmont, Liguria is no stranger to local wine. Dare we suggest a Barolo? Ask your waiter for a suggestion for the best wine pairing with your seafood pasta, rich risotto, or fresh pesto.