Here’s my guide to the top attractions and best things to do and see in Vicenza Italy. Vicenza is 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 buildings. With their graceful … Read more
If you are searching for the perfect 10 days in Italy itinerary, you have come to the right place! This guide takes you to Italy’s classic cities: Rome, Florence, and Venice. In ten days, you’ll also have time for some charming side trips to Italy’s most beautiful towns. And, if you want to stay even longer … Read more
Are you an art lover looking for the perfect cultural European city break or weekend getaway? If so, here’s my guide to the 15 best cities in Europe for art lovers. These artsy cities are home to Europe’s best museums and art collections. For each of these European cities, I tell you where to find … Read more
Need some destination inspiration for a trip to Italy? Here’s my guide to 11 ways to spend 1 week in Italy, with 11 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 … Read more
Here’s my guide to 27 of the world’s best small museums. Despite their size, these small museums have giant art collections. Great art often hides in less famous sites. These little gems preach quality over quantity. They boast magnificent — and sometimes overlooked — treasure trove collections. On a visit, you may feel like you’ve … Read more
“An orange gem resting on a blue glass plate: it’s Venice seen from above.” — Henry James Here’s my guide to the top must visit attractions on the Grand Canal in Venice. Cruising down the Grand Canal is a classic, unmissable thing to do in the floating city of Venice. As you sail, you can admire Venice’s must see … Read more
Here’s the ultimate guide to visiting the spectacular Te Palace. The palace is located in the hidden gem town of Mantua in northern Italy. Te Palace is one of the world’s most unique and beautiful buildings, a wildly inventive and theatrical feat of both architecture and decoration. Te Palace was designed and built by Raphael’s … Read more
Want to know here to find the best art in Italy? Look no further! This is the definitive guide to the best art works and masterpieces in Italy. This guide includes famous paintings, sculpture, and frescos from ancient Rome to the Renaissance to Modern art. I describe the art works and tell you where to … Read more
Here’s my guide to seeing the masterpieces of sculptor Andrea del Verrocchio in Florence Italy. Posterity knows Verrochio mostly as the teacher of the immortal Leonardo da Vinci. But Verrocchio is one of the most important and underrated artists of the Renaissance. Unless you’re a Renaissance devotee, he may be the most influential artist you’ve … Read more
Here’s my guide to visiting the lovely town of Mantua in Italy’s Lombardy region. This Mantua guide covers the top attractions in art-filled Mantua. You’ll discover the must visit churches, opulent palaces, and historic landmarks. Mantua is a small town with big art. It’s the perfect for art lovers and history buffs. Italy is usually … Read more