Spectacular Mantua Italy: the cultural powerhouse of the Renaissance
Mantua, Italy, is a spectacular Renaissance gem you have probably never heard of. Visit Mantua and discover an amazing city that is overlooked by most tourists.
18th-century Royal Palace of Caserta, a magnificent palazzo near Naples
King Charles III commissioned the Royal Palace of Caserta in the 18th century. It’s the largest royal residence in the world and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here is what you need to know.
10 Awesome reasons to visit Italy and keep going back
As one of the most visited countries in Europe, Italy offers visitors an unparalleled experience. From art, architecture and fashion to food history and amazing views.
Urbino: Italy’s spectacular Italian Renaissance town
While Florence is known as the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance, the small town of Urbino is where some of the greatest minds of the time lived and created …
8 lessons from travelling to Italy on a brink of a pandemic
I went to Italy just as the Coronavirus started to take hold of the country. This is what happened and how I got out …
9 exciting reasons to add Genoa to your Italian itinerary
In many ways, Genoa tends to fly under the radar of most tourists. While rougher around the edges than the areas that surround it, the city has plenty of charm to offer. Oozing with history, this once-prominent maritime republic is home to famous Italians as well as some epic culinary specialties. There are plenty of…
Why you should visit Rome, the Eternal City
As the cradle of the Roman Empire and the heart of the Catholic Church, Rome is full of history, culture, art and of course amazing food …
Toronto to Rome: how to do a transatlantic crossing without flying
As the global movement for climate change gains traction, many people, including me, are wondering what we can do to help. So, with all the flight shaming going on, can we give up flying by finding flying alternatives?
Truly, madly Venice: guide to visiting Italy’s water city
Once a powerful city state, Venice dominated trade in the Mediterranean for centuries. Today it’s a beautiful place to explore and get lost in.
10 Stunning Italian coastal towns for views and beaches
From the well-known places often frequented by tourist, to the less familiar, here is a list of some of our fave Italian coastal towns
Ostia Antica & Herculaneum: 2 great alternatives to Pompeii
Pompeii is a popular destination for tourists travelling to Italy. While it’s an interesting place to visit, the lesser-known towns of Ostia Antica and Herculaneum, offer a great alternative …
City guides: things to do in Palermo Sicily Italy
While lacking the polish of Florence or the spotlight of Rome, Palermo has its own type of charm. Under the grime lies beauty of a time gone by, when different cultures dominated and left their mark …
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