Only have a day to spend in the romantic city of Verona? No problem! This Italian city is known as the setting for Romeo & Juliet and offers plenty of charm on its own outside of the two star-crossed lovers. From beautiful Italian architecture to hidden alleys with fantastic restaurants and gelaterias, there’s plenty to
It shouldn’t be a surprise that you’ll be dining well when you visit Italy, but if you’re off to Florence and want to dig into something traditional and local, you’re in for a real treat! With the rich soil of the rolling hills in the Tuscan countryside, it’s easy to see why Florentine food is
I know it seems impossible to see the Eternal City in just two days but if the opportunity comes along to visit Rome, even just for two days, you take it! Rick and I certainly did with our most recent trip to Europe and it was worth the long days to explore this amazing city.
It seems impossible to imagine strolling the streets of Florence without a gelato in hand! Especially after a delicious meal of bistecca fiorentina paired with a lovely chianti. While Florence is home to classic art, a Renaissance culture, and stunning architecture, it’s also home to some wonderful gelaterie as well. It’s possible I’ve tried every
Italy is one of my favorite European countries and maybe it’s the food, the views, the history, the wine, the people, the language, the architecture, or a mix of everything that keeps me wanting to explore more of this stunningly beautiful country. If you’re looking to escape the crowds in Rome, Florence, Venice, and Milan,
If there’s one weakness I have, it’s Italian food and Italian wine. It’s so amazing what they do with just a few ingredients and then present a masterpiece on a plate and in a glass. While many restaurants here are great at serving up Italian dishes, sometimes you just can’t beat the real thing by
Everyone has their own preference when it comes to how they travel and one of my favorites is with tour groups. I love that they coordinate transportation, hotels, and the agenda and I just get to enjoy the ride. I’ve done a couple of tours with EF Ultimate Break and this summer I brought Rick
Just because you’re visiting the Eternal City, doesn’t mean you have to eternally be paying for activities while there! There are a number of free things to do in Rome to add to your itinerary to stretch your vacation budget! From fountains to monuments, there are plenty of free things to see and experience in
A vacation in Florence is one you won’t want to forget and by knowing where to go for amazing photos of this beautiful Renaissance city, you’ll be able to remember it better later on. Florence, or Firenze, is home to stunning cathedrals, beautiful architecture, museums filled with impressive works of art, and amazing Tuscan cuisine
Planning to experience la dolce vita in Italy soon? Lucky you! As you get ready to see the historic landmarks, indulge in pasta and pizza, and treat yourself to a life’s worth of gelato, one thing that always seems to pop up when people are planning on visiting Italy: Fashion. Italians tend to be a