Abruzzo is known as the Green Heart of Europe.
It is the least visited Province in Italy but has an awful lot to offer as a traveller.
Just 2.5 hours away East of Rome, it can offer beaches, mountains, skiing (Which is the most southern place in Europe you can Ski), vino and 1 of the World Heritage Sites - Abruzzo National Park.
It is also the birthplace of Dean Martin
I've been visiting Abruzzo Province for the last 8 years to visit family