The Amalfi Coast is a 30 mile stretch of coastline along the southern edge of Italy’s Sorrento Peninsula. Officially a UNESCO-listed landscape, the coast is lined with stunning towns running from Positano all the way along to Vietri sul Mare. The area is dotted with 500-foot-tall cliffs and over a hundred beaches, as well as …
Ancient Rome was one of the most powerful and influential civilizations in human history, spanning over a thousand years and leaving behind a rich legacy of culture, art, architecture, law, and politics. But, how much do we really know about the ancient Romans and their way of life? What lost treasures of Rome are still …
There are plenty of museums, monuments, and points of interest worth seeing, but the real gem is walking Venice to explore the quaint narrow streets and tight passageways. Built on over 100 small islets, the center of Venice is crossed by 118 canals and linked by over 400 hundred bridges. Absolutely bursting with picturesque …
The sun was shining bright and the sky was blue as the waves crashed against the shore. The sand was white and soft, and the water was crystal-clear. The beaches were filled with people enjoying the sun and the sea. Discover the best beaches in Europe, some of the most beautiful in the world. From …
Tuscany has long been associated with breathtaking scenery and some of Italy’s best made wines. In this enchanting landscape of rolling hills and winding roads, you’ll find glorious sunflower fields, ancient olive groves, medieval ruins, and wonderfully wild forests. And, of course, world-class wineries. Wine touring here is not about a five-minute tasting at a …
Full of history, beauty, and culture Rome is never wanting for a dull moment. There is certainly enough in Rome to keep you busy for a dozen lifetimes, which is why having a list Rome travel tips for the first timer will be useful. The heart of Italy, from ancient to modern times, has always …
Wow, what an adventure. I can’t believe it’s been over a month already. On August 30th, 2022 I arrived in Rome for my nearly five week stay, and what an adventure it was. I ate, I drank, I saw more churches than most do in a lifetime, and generally experienced the authentic Italian way of …
Ah Venice. You’ll find no roads here, just canals lined with timeless Renaissance and Gothic palaces. Even with a relatively small compact area there is an endless amount of things to do in Venice. Venice is built on more than a hundred small islands over a lagoon in the Adriatic Sea. The city is divided …
I think it’s impossible for one to overstate the cultural and social impact Florence has had on the modern world. City of the Medici and birthplace of the Renaissance, this historic city is jam-packed full of priceless works of art, stunning architectural beauty, and a lively spirit that breaths life into the Italian city. From …
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Situated in the southern half of Italy between Mt. Vesuvius and the Mediterranean sea, there is an endless amount of things to do in Naples, a city rich in history, beauty, and culture. For many, Naples is a slightly dirty, unsafe city, but I would dispel that image. Compared to other Italian cities like Florence, …