Bari

In Apulia, just above the heel of the Italian boot, awaits one of the oldest cities in the country: Bari. Stroll through the countless narrow streets that surround the Basilica of Saint Nicholas, while you marvel at the picturesque scene of a local nonna kneading pasta on her doorstep. Bari is all about the cucina povera, the delicious yet simple cuisine that makes you wish you'd never have to leave. But go easy on it before diving into the Adriatic Sea. Why not go and admire the many cultural and historical sights first? If you have some time, do make the 1-hour trip to Alberobello, a Unesco World Heritage Site. You’ll wonder at the many trulli, those famous small white houses with conical roofs you've surely seen on Instagram. All that's left to do, is to book Brussels Airlines flights.