This post is more than just a suggestive travel itinerary in Florence. To experience this city to its fullest – you only need to step out into the street. And while you’re walking, watch for the wine windows! As one …
ZTL Zone: What Exactly Does it Mean?
Navigating the charming streets of Italy can be a delightful adventure, but understanding ZTL (Zona a Traffico Limitato) parking regulations is essential for a smooth and nonstressful experience. These restricted traffic zones are designed to reduce congestion and preserve the …
Palio di Parma, Parma
Ahhh the Palio di Parma! First of all, you have probably heard of the famous Palio horserace held twice yearly in Siena, Italy. It is an amazing event; one which we still have not yet attended but is on our …
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 …
Carnival Spectacular: Spotlight On Venice – Know Before You Go
Venice’s carnival was recently voted one of the world’s top five carnivals. It’s no wonder why when I see photos on social media! Venice is a magical city for anyone to visit but… it is particularly spectacular during Carnevale di Venezia! …
Luggage: Best Type For Your Next Trip- Plus Great Tips
When getting ready to travel, chances are you will need reliable luggage to get you there. But how do you decide on the best type of luggage for your next trip? Today, there are so many choices from backpacks to …
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 …
Venice 2024: €5 New Fee for Daytrippers
FINAL UPDATE: This is no longer being charged. We will leave this post as is incase you want to know what the process was. Venice authorities found it too difficult to implement for day trippers. Venice 2024 has finally revealed …
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 …
Skiplagging Exposed: Chasing Cheaper Flights is Controversial and Risky
Skiplagging… up until a few weeks ago, I had never even heard of the term. I actually had to look it up when I saw a post from Samanta Brown about it. It’s been happening for years – has my …
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 …