What do Italians Enjoy Eating? It’s a special occasion… so what’s on the dinner tables in Italy? Have you ever wondered what a true Italian table looks like at Easter? How about at Christmas? In my opinion, Italians are masters …
Complete Seasonal Guide to Eating in Italy
Seasonal Guide to Eating in Italy Eating in Italy is one of the great experiences of visiting this country. As one of the world’s most beloved cuisines, the secret of Italian food lies in its seasonal ingredients. Life in Italy …
Cinquecento: The Fiat 500 Love and Passion
Cinquecento Love The Cinquecento… there is something special about this little car. I think it’s adorable. That’s probably not a term most people would use to describe a car. Perhaps beautiful, sexy, or sleek are more likely terms… but not …
Getting a Haircut in Italy: How to Explain What You Want
Visiting Italy and need a haircut? We’re hoping this post will help you avoid any misunderstanding when it comes to sitting in a chair and getting your haircut in Italy. A stylist or hairdresser is a person who can perform …
“Good Luck” in Italian: 10 Ways to Say
Good Luck in Italian Knowing how to say “good luck” in Italian can be useful when interacting with your Italian friends. In fact, superstitions are common throughout Italy. This is especially true in the southern part of the peninsula. Some …
15 Fun Facts About Italy: New Quiz
15 Fun Facts This 15 Fun Facts quiz is our third on the blog to provide information while making it fun. Let’s see if this quiz surprises you while testing your knowledge. Answer the fifteen questions below to get your score. Consider sharing …
Venice 2024: €5 New Fee for Daytrippers
Venice 2024 has finally revealed the details for its entrance day fee, making it the first city in the world to charge daytripper visitors. According to the mayor, Venice authorities have committed to a 30-day “experiment” in charging this fee. …
Italian Holiday Calendar 2024: Important Dates to Plan Ahead
Italian Holiday Calendar 2024 As we begin 2024, you might need to know the Italian holiday calendar if planning a trip to Italy. We thought we’d give you a bit of a heads-up to help with your trip planning. Mind …
Airline Travel for the Holiday Season | Difficult Task
Airline Travel Airline travel used to be easier. Let’s just face the facts. It has been almost three years since we celebrated Thanksgiving or Christmas with our family in America, so we decided to spend forty-five days spanning the holidays …
Cultural Heritage: Why It’s Important to Preserve
Cultural Heritage Cultural heritage… it’s something we don’t think much about. Our families gather around the dinner table for perhaps a celebration or at holiday time. Perhaps it’s a summer BBQ when we gather with family and don’t even discuss …
Brussels at Christmastime: Exciting and Enchanting
Visiting Brussels… wow… it’s been almost a year since Gary and I were there for a little winter excursion. When we returned from this trip and I had a moment to write a post, it didn’t seem like the proper …
Piedmont Guide Including Two Special Must See Destinations
Where exactly is Piedmont in Italy? Piedmont is at the foot of the Swiss Alps – where Italy meets France and Switzerland. Ancient volcanic activity has left its mark on the landscape, with over two million hectares of vineyards covering …