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How are Italian bathrooms different than the ones you will find in the States? There are several differences, and in today’s post, we will…

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In Italian Christmas folklore, La Befana (pronounced [beˈfana]) is represented by an old woman riding a broomstick through the air. She delivers various sweets…

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Save Money For Travel Why is it so difficult to save money for travel? Travel enriches our lives. It’s the one thing you can…

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The Lucca Comic & Games event takes place every year between the end of October and the beginning of November. Lucca’s event It is…

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It’s been quite a while since Gary and I stopped at an Autogrill rest station on the autostrada (Italy’s highway). We mainly travel by…

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What in the World is Vino Sfuso? In case you’re not aware… let’s introduce you to an entirely different category of wine. Sfuso or…

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The Leaning Tower of Pisa The Leaning Tower of Pisa is iconic and easily recognizable when in this town, or even just passing on…

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Balsamic Vinegar: What is it about that “black gold” liquid that’s so special? Who doesn’t love balsamic vinegar? A recent trip with our good…

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A little story about electrical converters. Here I am one day clipping my hair with the electric barber-style clippers, and I smell something burning.…

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What an unforgettable experience driving a Vintage Fiat 500 in Tuscany! Not too long ago, friends Gina and Jay arrived in Lucca from their…

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The Guinigi Tower is a beautiful landmark of Lucca and is easily recognizable by the garden on the top. A wonderful view of the…

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Most of us growing up in “non-Italian” families grew up with dried pasta. For me, it was every Friday night with fish sticks. How…

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