Headed to Tuscany? Traveling by bus in Tuscany just got easier! The AT company (Autolinee Toscane) has been experimenting with paying once you board the bus, including the tram system in Florence. And now you can! Tap Payments When Traveling …
Boarding Pass: Check-In Advice – Why You Should Print
Boarding pass and check-in advice… when in doubt, print it out. It’s my opinion, plain and simple. In this digital age, many think it is ridiculous to bother printing out a boarding pass when traveling. So, I ask you… which …
Viareggio Restaurants
We’ve eaten at several restaurants in this town and this by far, is one of our new favorites. Thanks to friends who took us there! Walk as you are heading down the pier and its the last one before you …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Rental Ban Changes the Florence Historic Center
Florence has announced a rental ban on new short-term rentals such as Airbnb’s in the Renaissance historic center. Were you aware? This crackdown is an attempt to make more homes available for locals. Rental Ban in Florence As one of …