Who doesn’t love Italy? The food, the culture, the people. And shopping! Whenever I visit Italy, whether it is Rome, Florence or Venice I feel inclined to book extra luggage for all the Italian souvenirs I want to take home. Maybe you’re a frequent traveler like me, shopping for the …
Not many people go to Vatican City as their de-facto destination. However, almost everyone I met who visited Rome, has planned to visit Vatican City. You want to see the St. Peter’s Basilica and roam around the Vatican Museums. These are absolute must do’s when you visit Rome. However, Vatican …
I love Rome, the capital of Italy so much. It might be my favorite city to visit. For my 4th visit, I allocated 11 days in Rome. But I decided to leave the city after 4 days and take a road trip in the regions of Lazio and Umbria. I …
When I visited Bologna, the plan was to eat as many of the delicious foods as we could find. We also used Bologna as a base, then explore more of the delicious Emilia Romagna region in Italy. Sadly, we didn’t have time to do all the day trips that make …
If you wish to include Cinque Terre in your Italian travel itinerary, you have made a wise decision. But Cinque Terre is a popular tourist destination. The villages are small and the crowds and tour groups are big. Continue reading to find out why you should spend at least 2 …
Rome and the Vatican are tied together since Christianity started. But the influence of the Pope is not limited to just the Vatican. The Vatican owns many properties and you can visit them in Rome and surroundings. If you’re wondering where you could meet and see the Pope in Rome, …
Rome is an amazing city to experience and explore. But entrance fees quickly add up, burning a hole in your travel budget the size of the Colosseum. Luckily for you, there are plenty of things to do in Rome for free and amazing free attractions. It doesn’t matter if you’re …
When you visit Rome, you want to see and experience something of the ancient Roman times. Lucky for you, Rome is stuffed to the brim with history and ruins. But which ones should you visit and are worth your time? Which Roman ruins are more than rubble and ancient walls? …
Rome is packed with Roman history, renaissance masterpieces, and hip urban activities. But in Rome, you can even find remains of a culture, pre-dating the Romans. If you’re a history lover like me, learn more about the Etruscan civilization. I’ll introduce you to this ancient culture. And I share practical …
Harbors and ports are the lifeline of many cities around the world. This wasn’t any different in Roman times. The harbor of Ostia Antica near Rome was of essential value for the expanding city of Rome. If you’re looking to escape the crowds of Rome and you’re interested in history, …
