Every time we set eyes on the Colosseum in Rome, we’re instantly reminded just how impressive a feat it is (though, we’d also say that the Forum is arguably more impressive if you consider the scale). Can you imagine building that two thousand years ago without modern technology? It’s madness. A visit to the Colosseum…
The combination of the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica is quite possibly the most impressive collection of art in the world (the Louvre is the only collection I can think of that comes close in breadth and impressiveness). Now, I’m not saying it’s my favorite collection of art – I generally prefer museums that…
I’ve done many, many tours across Europe that never see the light of day in this corner of the internet, because I judged them to be not worth it. After all, our whole thing is making the most of your time and money with our detailed, thought-out itineraries, so it doesn’t make sense to include…
I distinctly remember being at a cafe in Paris (that shall remain unnamed) chatting with the barista a few years back about the coffee scene in Rome. I said something to the effect of “I probably won’t be drinking as much good coffee as I am here” and they guffawed and remarked that I would…
One of the things that we, as Americans, often forget when we think about Italy is the fact that it is one of the youngest countries in Europe. When we learn about Italy – or more accurately, the Italian peninsula, we learn all about Ancient Rome and its splendor and glory. What gets glossed over…
Ah, Firenze. Before our last trip to Florence, where we spent five days exploring (read: eating and drinking) our way through the city, Alysha wasn’t a fan. “It’s too touristy!” she said. And she’s not exactly wrong – Florence sees a TON of tourists, especially in the height of summer – but there’s a reason…