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…
Note as of May 9: The Conclave is over and there is a new Pope! However, the Sistine Chapel will still be closed for a few more days. I made a rookie mistake on my first solo trip to Italy: I showed up to the Vatican without a ticket, fully convinced I could just waltz right in….
There’s a reason why Positano is the Amalfi Coast’s poster child. Pastel houses spill down the cliffs toward the coast, lemon trees dot the terraced hillside, the turquoise sea gleams almost anywhere you are in the town, and every corner seems perfectly engineered for a photograph. I mean, come on. I’ve visited Positano in both…
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When most people think of Positano, they picture summer in full swing— teal-and-orange striped umbrellas lining the beach, sun-drenched Aperol spritzes, and long, lazy days soaking in the sea. But Positano isn’t only a summer destination… in fact, I personally really loved it in March. OK, granted, March won’t show you Positano at its most…
Following the coast near Palermo, you’ll see dramatic landscapes give way to stunning sandy beaches, colorful beach umbrellas, and vibrant teal waters. Nearly every beach you see will invite you to plop down with a book and stay a while, but it’s hard to choose which to visit, especially if you have a shorter stay…
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…
A series of five seaside villages cascading down precarious cliffs, with narrow cobblestone alleys in between warmly-painted colorful homes — all with the scent of the sea. Sounds like a dream? It’s a living one: the UNESCO World Heritage Site of the Cinque Terre, the gem of Liguria. This beloved quintet of fishing towns, the…
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Pisa may be best known for its iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, but there’s more to the Tuscan city than its famous crooked tower. Home to lovely medieval architecture, the world’s first university botanical garden, great museums, and amazing Tuscan restaurants, Pisa is a perfect Italian city to explore on a weekend trip — especially…
