Are you dreaming of the Cinque Terre? The best way to see the picturesque towns is on a Cinque Terre boat tour. Avoid the crowds that flood the villages by day and enjoy spectacular views as the sun sets when you take to the sea and enjoy one of the world’s most enchanting landscapes from […]
Even if you can’t be there in person, a virtual trip to Italy is good for the soul. Do you dream of Italy? I sure do, but as we live on the other side of the world we can’t be there as often as we would like. So to keep my connections to this beautiful […]
Ready to explore some of the best things to do in Piedmont, Italy? Let’s get started. There’s no doubt that Italy is home to many gorgeous places, but the Piedmont region will really leave you breathless. Nestled between France and Switzerland, Piedmont’s name means “at the mountain’s feet,” in reference to its location at the […]
Want to learn how to say “I love you” in Italian? Si, si, of course you do. Italian is a beautiful, lyrical language that has charmed visitors for centuries. But, here’s the thing. There are are few rules you need to know before you say those sweet words. In English, “I love you” is used […]
Traveling through Italy and looking for the perfect 3-day itinerary for Florence? Three days might not seem like enough time to see the birthplace of the Renaissance in all its beauty, but it’s not an impossible feat. With only 72 hours to work with, you’ll need to plan your Florence, Italy, itinerary carefully. This three-day […]
Listen to “233. A Taste of Puglia: Local Dishes and Flavors to Try” on Spreaker. Summary In this episode, we talk to Flavia Giordano of Spaghetti ABC, a food educator, cookbook writer, and certified taster (someone’s got to do it!). With her archaeologist background and passion for the food of her region, Flavia brings the […]
What to expect at the Aleph Rome Hotel A boutique modern property with just over 80 rooms, the Aleph Rome is part of Hilton’s Curio Collection of hotels with independent flair. Located in a historic former bank, the hotel fuses traditional features (think marble details and even the bank vault) with modern local artwork. Guests […]
10 essential tips from a solo traveler with over a decade of experience wandering off the beaten path in Italy and beyond. Are you dreaming about a solo adventure in Italy? With so many incredible places to explore, dishes to try, and sights to see, Italy is a fantastic destination for anyone new to solo […]
Listen to “232. Secrets of Milan Shared by a Local” on Spreaker. Stylish Milan, in the North of Italy, often receives short shrift compared to Italy’s more famous tourist cities. We aim to address this oversight by sharing some of the secrets of this cosmopolitan Italian city, from art collections tucked away in historic buildings […]
Rome’s “most famous” dishes are often mistaken for a holy trinity of pasta – cacio e pepe, amatriciana, and carbonara – but the concentration on these three dishes might make you miss the bigger picture of what Roman food really is. There are many classics that deserve to be on your Roman culinary agenda, and […]