Lanterna di Genova – the lighthouse of the port of Genoa

Genova or Genoa is still Italy’s principal seaport serving regattas, commercial and cruise destinations. The city makes a good excursion base or starting point for a range of driving, sea-borne, walking and cycling trips exploring the famous tourist villages and hillscapes along the World Heritage site of the Italian Riviera. A popular destination for tourists due to the area’s mild climate, the charm of its old fishing ports and the beauty of its landscapes is enriched by it’s particularly rustic food and wine traditions. Many villages and towns in the area, such as Portofino, Bordighera, Lerici, and the Cinque Terre are known the world over.

Local food n walk tour host Nick Garrett (foodnwalktours.com) has been living…