How to Visit Herculaneum from Naples: Literally Everything You Need to Know!

How to Visit Herculaneum from Naples: Literally Everything You Need to Know!

Often overshadowed by Pompeii, its more famous ruined cousin, not everybody is aware that Herculaneum is a fascinating archaeological site in its own right, with findings dating back to the same period of the Mount Vesuvius explosion.  Since it is smaller, easier to visit, and often less crowded than Pompeii — some of the most…

4 Days in Naples: Itinerary for a Long Weekend in Naples (+ Pompeii & Amalfi Coast!)

4 Days in Naples: Itinerary for a Long Weekend in Naples (+ Pompeii & Amalfi Coast!)

Naples is one of the most fascinating cities in Italy: a place where it is easy to experience the country at its most authentic and discover centuries of history as well as incredibly tasty gastronomy.  Chaotic, noisy, and at times a bit overwhelming, Naples (Napoli in Italian) is a fascinating destination with very unique sights…

How Not to Get to Capri from Naples: Hydrofoil Hell vs. Ferry Bliss

How Not to Get to Capri from Naples: Hydrofoil Hell vs. Ferry Bliss

The funniest thing about my disastrous trip from Naples to Capri by fast boat is how easily it could be avoided.  My friend Megan had specifically warned me about the rough boat journey between Naples and Capri, especially in the winter months when I visited Capri (specifically, early March).  She’s emetophobic and, miraculously, still one…

11 Best Trulli Hotels in Alberobello, Italy

11 Best Trulli Hotels in Alberobello, Italy

The icon and most enduring image people have of Puglia, charming Alberobello feels ripped out of the pages of a storybook. It’s ticking all the Puglia boxes, with ancient olive trees and rolling hills. And the beauty of the landscape is the perfect backdrop for the town’s unique draw: the stone, white-washed trulli dwellings that…

The 4 Best Prosecco and Wine Tours from Venice [2025]

The 4 Best Prosecco and Wine Tours from Venice [2025]

If you’re visiting Italy, Venice is one of those can’t-miss cities. It may be cliché, but all the hype is there for a reason. How can it not be? The bustle and beauty of Saint Mark’s Square and its many landmarks and the gondola rides through the Grand Canal are out of this world! That…

3 Best Amarone Wine Tours from Verona [Curated By a Wine Nerd]

3 Best Amarone Wine Tours from Verona [Curated By a Wine Nerd]

One of the best things about a trip to Verona is just how amazingly close to the Valpolicella wine region it is! This is where you’ll find some of Italy’s most classic wines, including the delicious, prized Amarone — a collector’s favorite for its ability to age the distance. Alongside Prosecco wine (which grows in…

The 3 Best Mt. Etna Wine Tours from Catania & Taormina

The 3 Best Mt. Etna Wine Tours from Catania & Taormina

Sicily is synonmyous with sun-drenched beach towns, ancient hilltop cities, UNESCO World Heritage Sites practically around every bend… but if you ask me, the real showstopper? The food and wine. Especially when you’re sipping authentic Italian wines on the slopes of an actual (and active!) volcano. Of course, that volcano is none other than the…

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting Park Güell [Local’s Guide]

7 Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting Park Güell [Local’s Guide]

Whether you are itching to visit Gaudí architectural delights, seeking some oxygen away from the buzz of the city center, or simply looking for killer views of the city, Park Güell is well worth a visit! That said, I’ll be the first to admit that it’s not the most straightforward attraction in Barcelona. While its…

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting the Sagrada Familia

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Visiting the Sagrada Familia

Let me be blunt: La Sagrada Familia is not optional on your Barcelona itinerary. Unless you’ve got a deep, lifelong aversion to architecture, churches, or joy itself, this is one of those once-in-a-lifetime buildings you’ll kick yourself for skipping. After visiting Barcelona four times, I’ve experienced both the disappointment of missing out on visiting the Sagrada…