Discover the best places to visit in Italy, the many cities and archeological sites sites, and learn how to plan a perfect holiday wherever you go.
Siena is one of the best places to stay in Tuscany for basing yourself close to all the top cities and attractions in the region. However, the surrounding region is equally captivating. From medieval hilltop towns to rolling vineyards and picturesque countryside, there are numerous opportunities for day trips from Siena that will allow you … Read more
Whenever I get asked “what are the best cities to visit in Italy?” I actually struggle to give a definite answer. While Italy is a fairly compact country, it is incredibly varied in terms of landscapes, cultures and history, and this is inevitably reflected in the cities that dot the Bel Paese (Beautiful Country, in … Read more
I didn’t just get to see Stromboli volcano. I also got to listen to its voice. And the Stromboli hike was a thrilling experience. As a proper volcano and hiking junkie, I could no longer postpone a trip to the Aeolian Islands. I had hiked various active volcanoes in the world. I had gone volcano … Read more
You can only scratch the surface of Rome in 2 days – but if that is all you have, you may as well make the most of it. The Eternal City – Città Eterna, as we lovingly call it in Italy – has so much to see and do that a lifetime won’t be enough to … Read more
Are you looking for where to stay in Bari? This post has you covered! Bari is one of the most underrated cities in Southern Italy. I have visited a few times – the first, well before my blogging days – and I have always enjoyed it way more than I thought I would. If you … Read more
Getting from Marco Polo Airport to Venice is actually very easy. In this post, I will share all the best options. The main airport serving Venice is, of course, Marco Polo Airport. The international airport is connected to a number of destinations, including a long list of European cities and a collection of long haul … Read more
Rione Monti is one of my favorite neighborhoods in Rome. You will find this charming neighborhood of the Eternal City sandwiched between Rome Termini station and the Colosseum – which means you really have no excuse not to visit. Scattered around Rione Monti you will find a wealth of interesting sites and beautiful churches. The … Read more
The Esquiline Hill – simply called Esquilino by locals – is the largest of the seven hills of Rome, covering an area that includes the main transportation hub in the city (Termini Station) and goes all the way to the Colosseum, and where you will find beautiful churches (some definitely more famous than others), markets … Read more