With its candy-colored houses stacked precariously on the hillsides of the Italian Riviera, the Cinque Terre is a can’t-miss sight on any trip to Italy. These stunning towns are one of Italy’s major draws and visiting them is definitely a bucket list item come true. While I suggest that two days in Cinque Terre is…
Rolling hills with perfect rows of manicured vineyards, hilltop towns with medieval architecture, and some of the best food you’ll find in all of Italy: these are just three of the reasons to take a Tuscany road trip. While you can go on day trips to Tuscany from Florence, the best way to explore the…
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The gateway to the spectacular Valley of the Temples, Agrigento is one of the most popular places to visit in Sicily. Whether you only have a few days or you’re planning a longer road trip around Sicily, you should absolutely spend at least a day in Agrigento and appreciate its small town charms. I visited…
Messina sits almost at the northeastern tip of Sicily, just across the strait from Reggio Calabria, the southernmost city in mainland Italy. Despite its prime location, Messina is one of the less frequently visited places in Sicily, and it’s often overlooked in favor of other, more famous cities. Planning your trip to Messina last minute?…
Emerging majestically above other rooftops in the Florence skyline, the Brunelleschi Dome adorns the Santa Fiore del Maria Cathedral, instantly recognizable as a symbol of Florence. I’m always impressed when something built hundreds of years ago retains its superlative status even in the modern age. Brunelleschi’s ingenious design means that, more than 500 years later,…
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…
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Not sure if it’s worth climbing the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy? Here’s my honest opinion based on my experience doing it
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While Rome is filled with wonderful squares, fountains, and awe-inspiring ancient ruins, nothing will capture your interest like the Colosseum! The nearly 2,000-year-old amphitheater is the symbol of the Eternal City and a must-see on any Rome itinerary — whether you have one day, 3 days, or a full week! But visiting the Colosseum comes…
Home to dreamy white-sand beaches, turquoise waters that rival the Caribbean Sea, adorable seaside villages, and exclusive clubs and restaurants, Sardinia is a dream summer destination that everyone should visit once in their lives. What better way to explore this wonderful island than on a Sardinia road trip? Once you rent a car and start…
