A Day in Siena, Italy Spend a day in Siena to experience this compact town. We enjoyed a full day in Siena back in 2012 and then during our 90-day stay in Florence in 2017, we decided to spend several nights …
Retirement Travel in Italy: Valuable Budget Tips and Ideas
Thinking of retirement travel? Retirement might be the best time to travel—and there’s no place more rewarding to explore than Italy. With more flexibility in your schedule and a lifetime of experience behind you, you can slow down and truly …
Discover Monteriggioni | Learn More About the Hidden Town
If you’ve ever dreamed of stepping into a medieval postcard, Monteriggioni is one of several places you can do just this. This tiny, perfectly preserved walled village in Tuscany feels like a film set—but it’s real and waiting to be …
The Vasari Corridor: The Medici’s Secret Passageway Now Open
For centuries, the Vasari Corridor was one of Florence’s best-kept secrets. The corridor is hidden… yet, it’s in plain sight. It runs above the busy streets and the crowded Ponte Vecchio. Giorgio Vasari built it in 1565 for the Medici …
17 Amazing Sites to Check Out When in Rome
17 Amazing Rome Sites Rome is a city that never runs out of surprises. Sure, the Colosseum, Vatican, and Trevi Fountain are must-sees, but there’s so much more beyond the usual tourist circuit. Our list of the top 17 sites …
Not To Be Missed: Scuola del Cuoio (Leather School) Florence
Florence, where art and craftsmanship merge seamlessly, is home to one of its most remarkable treasures—the Scuola del Cuoio. Nestled within the historic Monastery of Santa Croce, this iconic leather school offers a window into the past. Visiting here is …
Montepulciano | Amazing Town in Tuscany Worth Visiting
Approaching Montepulciano is like watching a postcard come to life. As the rolling Tuscan hills give way to a skyline crowned with medieval towers and rooftops, it’s impossible not to feel a sense of anticipation. For us, Montepulciano is more …
The Best Winter Activities to Experience in Italy
It’s a season of magic and wonder with winter activities in Italy. From snow-covered Alps to festive markets, explore Italy’s ultimate winter wonderland during the “off-season.” Visiting Italy during the winter has many advantages, such as smaller crowds, budget-friendly prices, …
Assisi, Italy | Enjoy the Beauty, Magic & History
Assisi is a hill town and comune located in the Province of Perugia in the Umbria region in central Italy. You can see exactly where it is located by clicking here This special town was the birthplace of one of …
Santo Spirito Church | Florence | An Amazing Find
Santo Spirito Church Santo Spirito Church is nestled in the lively Oltrarno district of Florence. The Basilica of Santo Spirito is a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture and a haven of tranquility amidst the city’s artistic hustle and bustle. Designed by …
Roman Aqueducts- Spectacular & Best Ancient Masterpieces
I’m amazed at how the Roman Aqueducts completely changed lives. Imagine a time when running water wasn’t just a turn of a faucet away. Ancient Rome turned this dream into a reality over 2,000 years ago. The Roman Empire, a …
Italy’s Lesser-Known Islands: Do You Know the Hidden Gems?
The lesser-known islands in Italy, many of which are uninhabited are fascinating. There are a total of 450 islands in Italy – all with diversity in size, population, and distance to the mainland. When I considered doing a post on the …