10 Best Museums in Rome That Aren’t the Vatican
While most tourists flock to the Vatican, there are also many fantastic museums in Rome that can offer a quieter and more intimate experience.
The spectacular Capitoline Museums in Rome
One of Rome’s largest and most impressive museums is the Capitoline Museums complex on top of Capitoline Hill. If you’re a museum lover like me or simply want to learn more about Ancient Rome, this is the place to visit.
Roman architecture: why it still matters 2000 years later
Roman architecture changed the world in ways that even the Romans couldn’t predict. Roman construction revolutionized building techniques and left a lasting legacy.
James Bond Italy tour: 007’s stunning Italian movie locations
When it comes to Italy, 007 can’t keep away. Bad guys, secret plots to destroy the world, dead lovers and a litany of potential new ones always seem to bring him back.
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 …
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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 surrounding it, the city has plenty of charm to offer. Oozing with history, this once-prominent maritime republic is home to famous Italians and some…
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.
