Ah, Roma. Rome is a city full of so much history and culture that it makes its way onto nearly everyone’s bucket list. The challenge with Rome, and it’s one that we’ve heard over and over again, is that there is so much to do and see within the boundaries of the city that planning…
Florence is without a doubt one of the most beautiful cities in all of Italy. Known as the ‘Birthplace of Renaissance’, the city is an unparalleled hub of world-class art and architecture. From Michelangelo’s Statue of David to the towering Duomo and its renowned dome, Florence is home to more masterpieces than you’ll know what…
One of the things I find most interesting about Rome is the contrast between the elements of Ancient Roman history, which is perhaps the most well-known empire in human history (at least the most “well-known” in modern times), and the fact that Italy as a nation is relatively young. One of the youngest in Europe,…
Ah, Roma! The home of pasta, pizza, and all the other delicious things that are generally full of gluten. It can’t possibly be easy to eat gluten free in a city like Rome, right? At least that’s what I thought before my first trip to Rome nearly a decade ago just after I was diagnosed…
One thing I don’t think people really understand – I certainly didn’t – before they learn more about Italy is how diverse Italy is from a historical, cultural, and political perspective. Italy is one of the youngest countries in the European Union, having only been unified in 1861. Of course, it’s hard to picture that…
Wondering what to do in Florence? You’ve come to the right place! Though both of us had been to the magnificent city of Florence before – each for a couple of days – we decided to devote a full 5 days to this Renaissance-rich city on our latest trip to get a level deeper than…