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Rome
11 Best Christmas markets Rome has to offer [2023]
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…
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…
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,…
What are the Colosseum Hours of Operation?
Are you wondering what the Colosseum hours of operation are and if they change during the year? the timetable varies considerably during the year…
Colosseum at Night: pros & cons of best 3 tours with an unbeatable atmosphere
Why should you visit the Colosseum at night and how do you choose the best one? Here are the best tours, tickets, and reasons…
Conquer Rome in a day – Guide to 24 incredible hours in Rome
How is it possible to see all the main sites of Rome in a day without rushing around madly and ending up exhausted? If…
Gladiators at the Colosseum
The Colosseum is one of the world’s must-see sites and part of its enduring fascination lies in the famous Roman gladiators at the Colosseum.…
Vatican Museum Opening Hours + tickets [2024]
Vatican Museum opening hours, closures, and last entry times can be confusing! Displaying more than 20,000 works of art and including the Sistine Chapel,…
Dress code in the Vatican
A handy guide to the dress code in the Vatican that explains why there’s a dress code for the Vatican, when and where it’s…
Cinque Terre and the Italian Riviera
How to Get to Cinque Terre – Avoid the Crowds and Enjoy the Beauty
In the picture-perfect Cinque Terre clusters of pastel-colored houses, narrow cobblestone streets, terraces laddering the cliff sides and picture-perfect harbors bring in over 2.5…
Vernazza Italy: the Colorful UNESCO Masterpiece of Cinque Terre
Vernazza Italy is the picturesque second village of the five Cinque Terre villages and stands out as the jewel of these stunning villages. One…
12 best Genoa beaches and beachside accommodation
The Genoa beaches of Liguria and the Italian Riviera are deservedly some of the most sought-after travel destinations in Italy. The port city of…
Magical Manarola Italy Travel Guide
Plan your Cinque Terre holiday with this comprehensive travel guide to magical Manarola Italy. Where to stay, where to eat, and the best wine…
What’s the best Cinque Terre beach?
It’s no easy feat to choose the best Cinque Terre beach. This complete guide to the best beaches in Cinque Terre, both in and…
Where to Stay in Cinque Terre: A Guide to Choosing Your Favorite Village
The Cinque Terre is deservedly known as one of Italy’s most beautiful places. Dotted along the gorgeous Italian Riviera coastline, there’s a string of…
Northern 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…
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…
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…
The New Tuscany? Oltrepo Pavese Travel + Wine Guide
Is Oltrepò Pavese the new Tuscany? This hidden wine region in Lombardy, wedged between Pavia, Alessandria, Piacenza, and Genoa provinces is proving a wine…
Borromean Islands, Lake Maggiore: A Practical Guide [2024]
You can see the beguiling Borromean Islands from the shores of Lake Maggiore, but what’s the best way of visiting them, and what should…
20 BEST things to do at Lago Maggiore (Lake Maggiore) 2024
Beautiful and charming Lago Maggiore in Italy is a traveler’s paradise. Whether traveling alone, as a couple, or with family, there are exciting and…
10 Best Dolomites Lakes for every kind of vacation + where to stay
The Dolomites Lakes nestle in the valleys made by the 18 peaks of the UNESCO-listed Dolomites mountains that cover 141,903 ha. Tourists flock here…
Ultimate Guide to Italy’s Lake Como Beaches
In Lombardy, there is no sea, but there are plenty of picturesque Lake Como Beaches. Lake Como has 170 kilometers of coastline where lidos,…
Most Beautiful Castle on Lake Garda? Here’s the best 13 to choose from
Castles are always places that dominate the surrounding landscape. Whether they are built on the tops of mountains or hills or are on the…
Top 10 reasons why Lake Como winter holidays are magical
Lake Como winter holidays feature Christmas markets, light shows, fairgrounds and skating rinks, visits to historical villas and castles, winter sports, boat trips, day…
Is there an airport in Lake Garda? 8 nearest airports to Italy’s Lake Garda
Although it would be very convenient to have an airport in Lake Garda, reaching Lake Garda by air is easier than you might think.…
The 17 best beaches Lake Garda has to offer
The 17 best beaches Lake Garda has to offer have crystal-clear waters and enchanting natural landscapes that have made Lake Garda a deservedly hot…
Florence and Tuscany
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…
Sunset Florence: 7 Best spots to watch the magical Florence sunset
Here is a list of the top 7 spots where can you find an incredible view of Florence and the sun sets over the…
Aperitivo Siena: where to experience this fun Italian tradition
An aperitivo (aperitif), after work has finished for the day and before dinner, during the “Aperitivo hour” has become an Italian tradition. Perhaps it’s…
10 reasons why you must try Pecorini di Pienza in Tuscany
Pecorini di Pienza is not only known to lovers of Tuscany but is appreciated all over the world. But once you’ve had it in…
Pompeii and Herculaneum
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…
Pompeii vs Herculaneum: Pros, Cons, How to Visit
In this guide to the great archaeological sites, we consider the big question of Pompeii vs Herculaneum. If you are trying to make the…
Forum at Pompeii: Don’t miss these 6 sites!
The Forum at Pompeii was at the core of Pompeii’s political and religious power and it is an absolute must-see on your visit to…
Herculaneum Ruins: How and Why to Visit in 2024
When most people think about touring Italy, visiting the ruins of Pompeii often comes to mind—but many have never heard of the ancient city…
Visiting Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius: tickets, travel tips, tours, highlights [2024]
Easily accessed from Sorrento, Naples, and Rome, Pompeii is an enormous preserved snapshot of ancient history. The remains of this ancient city have been…
Amalfi Coast
1 Day in Positano Itinerary 2024
Our 1 Day in Positano Itinerary is written from an Italian perspective about how Italians most love to spend their day. Positano is one…
17 Best Things to Do in Ravello Italy in 2024
Why do you need to know the best 17 things to do in Ravello? Simple – while Amalfi and Positano attract most visitors on…
Where to Stay in the Amalfi Coast + Capri
Wondering where to stay in Amalfi Coast towns? With so many beautiful villages and world-class hotels, it can be hard to choose the best…
Which airport for Amalfi Coast?
When planning your vacation to the Amalfi Coast, it’s important to consider the logistics of how to get there, including which Amalfi Coast airport…
Amalfi Coast Wedding – How To Plan Your Dreamy Destination Wedding
All you need to know before you start planning your Amalfi coast wedding, and the best 10 wedding venues on the Amalfi Coast. Whether…
