In General Info/ Italy Easy Day Trips From 5 Major Cities in Italy We often get asked about easy day trips from Lucca and other major cities throughout Italy. When Shari, a faithful, long-time subscriber of this… Continue Reading →
In General Info/ Italy/ Northern Italy The Historical Regatta, Venice The Historical Regatta is the main event in the annual “Voga alla Veneta” rowing calendar. This unique sport (which only takes place in Venice… Continue Reading →
In General Info/ Italy/ Northern Italy Ducale Palace and Park, Parma Ducale Palace and Park One of Many Parks in Parma, Italy Finding Ducale Park was a bonus when we stayed in Parma. Plenty of… Continue Reading →
In Central Italy/ General Info/ Italy Lucca Comic & Games 2022 | Big Invasion The Lucca Comic & Games event takes place every year between the end of October and the beginning of November. Lucca’s event It is… Continue Reading →
In General Info/ Italy/ Northern Italy Cittadella Park | Historical Park in Parma The Cittadella Park Cittadella Park was originally built for defensive purposes and was then transformed into a prison and a place of torture. Today,… Continue Reading →
In Italy/ Northern Italy Rimini, Italy: Beautiful Beachtown The Beach Town of Rimini Rimini is a small coastal town on the Adriatic coast, in Italy’s Emilia-Romagna region. It’s known for its beachside… Continue Reading →
In Central Italy/ Italy Leaning Tower of Pisa: The Amazing Climb The Leaning Tower of Pisa The Leaning Tower of Pisa is iconic and easily recognizable when in this town, or even just passing on… Continue Reading →
In Central Italy/ Food/ Italy Balsamic in Modena: Outstanding Experience 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… Continue Reading →
In Central Italy/ General Info/ Italy Top 12 Things To Do in Florence Top 12 Things to do in Florence, Italy The top 12 things to do in Florence is a list of our favorite sites. We… Continue Reading →
In Central Italy/ General Info/ Italy Thrilling Day Driving a Vintage Fiat 500 in Tuscany What an unforgettable experience driving a Vintage Fiat 500 in Tuscany! Not too long ago, friends Gina and Jay arrived in Lucca from their… Continue Reading →
In Central Italy/ Food/ Italy Dario: The Man, The Legend, My Hero Dario Cecchini In 2019 Ilene and I were introduced to a few cooking shows by our daughter Ally and her significant other Brett. There… Continue Reading →
In Central Italy/ Italy Guinigi Tower | Lucca’s Beautiful Landmark The Guinigi Tower is a beautiful landmark of Lucca and is easily recognizable by the garden on the top. A wonderful view of the… Continue Reading →
