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 the 1860’s. Of course, it’s hard to picture…
Florence, similar to Venice, has a bit of a reputation for being packed full of tourists – many of whom are only in town for a day – all milling about to see the same three sights, eating at the same few restaurants (that aren’t particularly Florentine or Tuscan), and leaving. To be honest, on…
We have now been to Florence several times in the past few years (three times, at the time of writing), and each time we seem to peel back another layer of the proverbial onion. Florence is a beautiful city, with tons of history (the Medici family in real life is way better drama than Game…
You’ve got your flights booked, your hotel picked out, and maybe even your bags packed for your trip to Florence, which means it’s time to figure out the details. Like where to find the best coffee in Florence. Florence, like most other cities in Italy, has a proud coffee tradition, consisting of strong espresso made…
Wondering what the best things to do in Catania are? Or maybe you’re trying to figure out whether or not you should spend any time in Catania while you’re in Sicily. Either way, you’re in the right place. In this guide, we’re going to try to convince you that you should spend a day in…
Want to do a guided tour of the Colosseum, but you’re not sure if it’s worth it? Or maybe you’re wondering which of the thousands of Colosseum tours in Rome to choose when there are so many options to choose from? Either way, you’re in the right place. We’re covering our experience on a Colosseum…