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Monique Skidmore

Hi there, I'm Monique, an award-winning author & cultural anthropologist with a passion for ancient sites, culture, & wine. I'm passionate about Greece, Italy, & Cyprus travel, & divide my time between Australia & Europe. Read more here
Positano from the coast

1 Day in Positano Itinerary 2025

Our 1 Day in Positano Itinerary is written from an Italian perspective about how Italians most love to spend their day. Positano is one of … Read more

Categories Italy
Venice, Italy

8 smart and easy ways to avoid Venice Crowds

There is nowhere else quite like Venice and I’m going to share with you my strategy to avoid the crowds in Venice and thoroughly enjoy … Read more

Categories History Travel, Italy
Camparino in Galleria, Milan, Italy

13 Best Places to Enjoy an Aperitivo Milan-Style

Head out for an Apertivo-Milan style in the early evening at one of these best 13 bars and see how the Milanese relax and have … Read more

Categories Italy
Winged Lion of Venice, St. Mark's basilica, Venice, Italy

Meet the Guardian Lions of Venice

Lions are the symbol of the city of Venice, of the wider Venetian Republic, and of St. Mark, the patron Saint of Venice. Lions adorn … Read more

Categories Italy, Travel Blog
Chiesa D'Annunciata from Villa Rufolo, Ravello, Amalfi Coast, Italy

17 Best Things to Do in Ravello Italy in 2025

Why do you need to know the best 17 things to do in Ravello? Simple – while Amalfi and Positano attract most visitors on the … Read more

Categories History Travel, Italy
Ampitheatre of Pompeii, Italy

Visit the Amazing Amphitheatre of Pompeii

There are many exciting sites that vie for your intention and time at ancient Pompeii, but the Ampitheatre of Pompeii is a remarkable structure and … Read more

Categories History Travel, Italy
Coliseum of Rome, Italy on christmas

11 Best Christmas markets Rome has to offer 2025

If you are in Rome around Christmas, you’ll get to visit Rome’s best Christmas markets with this comprehensive guide. In December, the Eternal City’s streets … Read more

Categories Italy
Muir Woods Redwoods, California, USA

17 Ideas for San Francisco Day Trips

Why take a few San Francisco Day trips? Well If you have more than 3 days in San Francisco, then it’s a good idea to … Read more

Categories United States of America
Raphael Rooms, Vatican Museums, Rome. Italy

Ultimate Itinerary for 4 Days in Rome

This ultimate itinerary for 4 days in Rome covers all the major sites, sounds, and tastes of the Eternal City. You could live your whole … Read more

Categories History Travel, Italy
cinque terre vs florence feature

Cinque Terre vs Florence: How to choose where to go

Cinque Terre vs Florence – How to choose where to go for your next vacation? Both are both fabulous destinations that I would recommend to … Read more

Categories History Travel, Italy
The xterior front entrance of the Pantheon in Rome, italy

Visit the Pantheon Rome: Everything you Need to Know

The Pantheon Rome is one of the world’s most iconic buildings and in this article, you’ll learn everything you need to know about how, when, … Read more

Categories History Travel, Italy
Ravioli in Siena, Italy

Siena food: What and where to eat in Siena in 2025

Spending a day in Siena exploring the city and its many monuments and museums also requires that part of that time be devoted to exploring … Read more

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Hi! I'm an anthropologist & history travel expert. I spend a part of each year in Greece, Italy, & Cyprus.

You can plan & book your next trip here while learning more about the cultures & histories of some of the world's most exciting destinations. 

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