Discovering the Historic Santa Croce Neighborhood in Florence
March 31st, 2021Florence is a city of beautiful squares, from the buzz of Piazza del Duomo to sweeping city views from Piazzale Michelangelo and the historic grace of Piazza Santa Croce. Come along on a journey as we delve into the history of Piazza Santa Croce and share our favorite things to see and do in this lively Florence neighborhood. ... Read More
Etruscan Places: Even-More-Ancient Italy in the Roman Countryside
March 10th, 2021Ancient Roman relics are a common sight while traveling in Italy, but the history of Italy doesn’t start there. Long before the Romans ruled the peninsula there were the Etruscans, a civilization whose origins lay shrouded in mystery. While remnants from the Etruscans are found throughout the country, some of the most impressive sites are a stone’s throw away from Rome and make a perfect off-the-beaten-path day trip. ... Read More
Why Pompeii Should Be On Your Italy Bucket List
February 24th, 2021Italy is home to countless treasures from the past and one of the country’s most visited spots is the ancient city of Pompeii. Over the past year, excavations at Pompeii have revealed incredible finds. So whether you’ve visited Pompeii in the past or are planning your Italy travels, here’s why you’ll want to visit Pompeii on your next Italy holiday. ... Read More
Verona’s Romantic Inspiration from Romeo and Juliet
February 10th, 2021Called the City of Love, Verona is famous as the setting for Shakespeare’s play Romeo and Juliet. Find out fact from fiction with Verona’s connection to these star-crossed lovers and see why you won’t want to miss a visit to this charming city. But be prepared … you might just fall in love! ... Read More
5 of Our Favorite Tuscany Hill Towns
January 27th, 2021These days while we’re all dreaming of being able to return to Italy, there’s one place that’s especially good at capturing our hearts and imagination: Tuscany. Isn’t there just something magical about those picture-perfect landscapes of rolling hills dotted with towns, vineyards, and rows of cypress tress? To inspire your future travel plans and keep Italy close to your heart, we’re sharing 5 of our favorite hill towns in Tuscany. ... Read More
Spaghetti Carbonara – Ultimate Comfort Food
December 9th, 2020Spaghetti alla Carbonara is a simple and delicious pasta dish considered a signature dish of Rome and made even more popular by lively debates on the most authentic recipe and its origins. Truth or Fiction? When we were children in Rome in the 1960s the story was that the dish is a simple preparation of ... Read More
Cheers! Create an Italian Aperitivo at Home
September 5th, 2020With a little creativity—and a little alcohol—la dolce vita can certainly be experienced just about anywhere. In fact, with some prep and planning, it’s easy to put together an Italian aperitivo at home. ... Read More
Opera Houses in Italy: What to Know about Going to the Opera in Italy
February 19th, 2020Italy certainly has flair for the dramatic. It makes perfect sense that opera has its origins here. Verdi and Puccini wrote stories filled with melodrama and heartbreak. The first opera was produced in Florence in 1598, with the original charter being developed in the actual room that forms part of La Camerata Fiorentina apartment from ... Read More
Movies and TV Shows to Inspire your Trip to Italy
February 5th, 2020There is so much information to plow through when you are planning a trip to Italy. Do you head to your local library or bookstore for a pile of guide books? Maybe you prefer Instagram, saving posts that catch your eye. There are blog posts to read and podcasts to listen to. Now you can ... Read More
What to do on a Rainy Day in Florence
January 8th, 2020Planning your vacation in Florence during the winter and spring months is a great idea. You miss the summer heat and the high season crowds. It is the best time of year for hearty food like pappardelle al cinghiale and glasses of deep Tuscan red wine. Most of your days will be sunny and crisp ... Read More
10 Great Places to see Art Exhibitions in Rome: Beyond the Vatican Museums
December 18th, 2019To help you explore more of Rome’s artistic treasures in Renaissance, we have put together this list of 10 great places to see art exhibitions in Rome. ... Read More