Leslie Livingston 
It was love at first sight for Nuremberg and me. Encircled by might defensive walls, Nuremberg is the archetypal medieval German city. It’s a magical stunner with both good looks and tasty food like gingerbread and bratwurst. Nuremberg is crowned by an ancient castle, scattered with candy cane houses, and boasts several must see museums. … Read more
Known as the City of Light, Paris is a city of romance, art, food, fashion, and culture. It’s one of my favorite cities in Europe, and I’m sure you’ll fall in love with it too. With so many things to see and do in Paris, the city can be overwhelming. The city is divided into … Read more
Doing some trip planning for a visit to Sintra Portugal? Here are my must know tips for visiting Sintra, which is an easy day trip from Lisbon. These useful Sintra tips will help you have an efficient visit and avoid making mistakes. Beautiful Sintra Portugal is the most popular day trip from Lisbon. As a … Read more
The Duomo di Siracusa is one of Italy’s most beautiful churches. It’s also known by its official name, the Cathedral of the Holy Nativity of Mary. The Duomo is a remarkable edifice, built on the skeleton of a 5th century B.C. Greek temple. It’s a fine example of the melting pot nature of Sicily itself … Read more
Need some destination inspiration for a trip to Italy? Here’s my guide to spending one week in Italy, with 12 sample itineraries. One week in Italy might not seem like much time. But, with some advance planning and ambition, you can definitely have a bucket list adventure. There’s nowhere more romantic (or popular) than Italy. … Read more
So you’re planning a trip to Sicily? This enchanting Italian island is one of Europe’s most dreamed of destinations. Sicily is rich in history, culture, and food. It’s one of Italy’s most exotic regions, pure passion set amid wild beauty. You can enjoy diverse landscapes — rocky volcanic coastlines, pristine beaches, and clifftop villages. Sicily will … Read more
La Martorana is a golden treasure that was my favorite church in Palermo. It’s also known by its official name, the Church of Santa Maria dell’Ammiraglio. Martorana is a small medieval church that combines Arab, Byzantine, and Norman Islamic influences. You’ll want to visit just to see the continuous cycle of jewel-like mosaics created by … Read more
Are you a classicist traveling to Syracuse Sicily? You’ll want to visit the city’s celebrated archaeological park, the Parco Archeologico della Neapolis. Founded in 734 B.C., Syracuse was once of the most beautiful Greek cities in the Mediterranean. This UNESCO-listed park complex features one of the largest and most impressive Greek theaters in existence, as … Read more
Planning a visit to Segesta Archaeological Park? This Segesta guide tells you everything to know about one of Sicily’s most picturesque rural ruins, and gives you must know tips for visiting. Long before the Greeks arrived, Segesta was the principal city of the ancient and mysterious Elymians. They lived in Sicily during the Bronze Age … Read more
Planning a visit to Palermo Cathedral? The cathedral is a prime example of Sicily’s Arab-Norman architecture and part of Palermo’s UNESCO designation. Like Palermo itself, it’s a mix of architectural styles with Greek, Roman, Arab, Norman, and Swabian features. It was expanded and altered with each change of power. Now, it’s an imposing hulk synthesizing … Read more