A culinary gem that's often overshadowed by other regions in the country, Emilia Romagna sits in northeastern Italy with Bologna as its capital. Thanks to its strategic location between the River Po and the Apennine Mountains, Emilia Romagna is one of Italy's most fertile regions.
Wander through the cobblestone streets and enjoy the scenery of the region's small medieval villages, then tour the authentic restaurants of larger cities like Bologna and Modena. Don't forgot Parma — the birthplace of both Parmesan cheese and Parma ham. Bologna is also home to the recently-opened Eataly World, a massive food-themed park.