Italian Riviera Adventure Guide: San Remo, Portofino, Genoa

Pinned between the mountains and the sea, on land stretching from the French border to Tuscany, more than half of Liguria (the Italian Riviera), is protected park land. The towns are fascinating, both for their history and their gorgeous settings amid the forests, valleys, and peaks of the Apennine Mountains. The hiking here is fantastic. In addition to Genoa, you'll find the gorgeous coastal cities of Camogli, Santa Margherita Ligure, Sestri Levante, and Portovenere, plus enchanting Portofino. San Remo as well, home of the famous Music Festival. The author, who has long spent several months here each year, takes you through every town and region as you explore the Roman ruins, the artists workshops, feudal castles, and the ancient paths that still connect the villages. The print edition (410 pages) can be ordered at http://www.amazon.com/Adventure-Guides-Italian-Riviera-Portofino/dp/1588435776/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1234555684&sr=1-2.