San Gimignano is a romantic glamor girl of Tuscany. It’s one of Italy’s best preserved and most beautiful medieval villages. As you stroll San Gimignano’s cobbled lanes, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped into a time machine. Nicknamed the “Medieval Manhattan,” San Gimignano is famous for its “Bella Torres” or “Beautiful Towers.” The walled town known … Read more
If you’re planning your first trip to Italy, it’s essential to have some key information and tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience. In this guide, I provide all the vital details you’ll need to know about visiting Italy, as well as advice on what mistakes to avoid. In addition, I’ll give you insights … Read more
Here’s my guide to visiting Pienza Italy, a stunning UNESCO-listed town in Tuscany. You’ll find all the top attractions and best things to do in Pienza. Pienza is located in the gorgeous Val d’Orcia region of central Tuscany, where cypress trees line winding roads and sun-bleached valleys. Pienza is known as the first “ideal Renaissance … Read more
Planning a visit to the Vatican? This Vatican guide gives you the lowdown on how to get tickets to the Vatican, how to skip the line, and advice on what tours to take. There are a lot of options and it can be confusing. Hopefully, this guide will give you all the information you need … Read more
Here’s my guide to visiting the Basilica of Sant Maria Glorioso dei Frari in Venice Italy, simply known as the “Frari.” I give you an overview of the basilica’s history and tell you what to see inside. The Frari is a mini museum of Venetian Renaissance art and one of the city’s greatest artistic storehouses. … Read more
Planning a trip to Europe and looking for some unusual places to visit? Here’s my guide to 25+ hidden gems in Europe. I love ferreting out unique and less touristy hidden gems in Europe. In my lifetime of travels in Europe, it’s always the tiny picturesque towns that steal my heart, don’t let go, and … Read more
If you’re seeking a brief history of Florence to prepare for your visit, look no further. Known as the Cradle of the Renaissance, Florence is a captivating city that left an indelible mark on art, culture, and politics. With its rich history spanning nearly 3,000 years, Florence traces its origins back to 59 B.C. as … Read more
Planning a visit to the Accademia Gallery in Venice Italy? The Galleria dell’Accademia is Venice’s most important museum and one of the best museums in Italy. In this guide, I give you an overview of the museum and identify 15 masterpieces you can’t miss. The Accademia houses the world’s best collection of pre-19th century Venetian … Read more
Endlessly inspiring and ethereal, Rome is the magical mecca of carbs and ancient architecture. It’s a grand showcase of Western civilization, full of Imperial pomp and circumstance. Rome has spent several milennia accumulating layers of beauty, history, and romance — just waiting for its admirers to arrive. Ideally, you should visit Rome for a full … Read more
Looking for the top attractions and best things to do and see in Vicenza Italy. Vicenza? That’s a great idea. Vicenza is a fantastic and underrated UNESCO-listed city, where you can take a Palladian journey. Vicenza was the crucible of the celebrated Andrea Palladio. Palladio was one of the world’s greatest architects. Palladio created elegant … Read more