The Week I Fell in Love with Naples and Everything Changed
I never thought I’d fall in love with a city. But suddenly, there I was, standing on a skinny cobblestone ...
Lombard Heritage: The Medieval Treasures of Cividale del Friuli
Nestled in the northeastern corner of Italy, Cividale del Friuli captured my heart the moment I crossed its ancient stone ...
Island Old Town: The Fishing Village That Became a Beach Paradise
Every time I wander through Island Old Town, I can’t help but notice how much it’s changed from its fishing ...
Where Italy Faces East: The Historic Port That Bridges Cultures
I stood at the edge of Italy, looking east where the Adriatic touches the shore, and suddenly I was in ...
Poetry in Stone: The Cliff-Hanging Beauty of Polignano a Mare
As I wandered the narrow streets of Polignano a Mare in Apulia, Italy, I stumbled upon magic not just in ...
Getting Lost in Ostuni’s Whitewashed Maze (On Purpose)
Ostuni, Italy’s “White City,” gives you one of the most unforgettable walking adventures in the Mediterranean. As I wandered those ...
The White City on the Hill: Exploring Ostuni’s Labyrinthine Core
As I wound through Ostuni’s narrow alleyways, I felt like I’d wandered into a sun-bleached stone maze. The streets twist ...
Federico II’s Favorite: The Imperial Heritage of Overlooked Foggia
Foggia probably isn’t the first place you’d think of when digging into Italy’s imperial history, but this city actually served ...
Wheat Fields and Cathedrals: The Agricultural Heart of Puglia
Driving through Puglia, I kept spotting endless golden wheat fields stretching all the way to the horizon. The region truly ...
Mussels and Dolphins: The Environmental Contrasts of Taranto
Walking along the shores of Taranto, Italy, I can’t help but notice the intense contrasts between its gorgeous natural scenery ...
Three Perfect Days in Rome: A First-Timer’s Itinerary
Rome stole my heart the moment I stepped onto its ancient cobblestone streets. With its rich history, breathtaking architecture, and ...
Between Two Seas: The Unique Geography of Ancient Taranto
Standing on the shores of Taranto, I couldn’t help but notice how the city nestles between two very different bodies ...
The Straight Street Through History: Exploring Naples’ Spaccanapoli
When I wandered through Naples’ historic center, I quickly realized why Spaccanapoli feels like the heart of this vibrant Italian ...
The Vibrant Heart: Street Life in Naples’ Ancient Grid
When I walked through Spaccanapoli, the ancient street that literally “splits Naples” in half, I could feel the city’s pulse ...
Layers of History: Navigating Naples’ UNESCO Centro Storic
Walking through Naples’ Centro Storico feels like stepping right into a time machine. This UNESCO World Heritage Site, recognized since ...
Habsburg Gardens and Medieval Streets: The Quiet Beauty of Gorizia
Nestled on the border between Italy and Slovenia, Gorizia is one of Europe’s hidden gems that took my breath away. ...
Divided City: Exploring Gorizia’s Border History with Slovenia
Walking along the border between Gorizia, Italy, and Nova Gorica, Slovenia, I’m struck by how a single urban area can ...
Travel Guide to Recanati: The Hilltop Town of Italy’s Greatest Poet
Nestled in the rolling hills of Italy’s Marche region, Recanati is a medieval gem that captivates visitors with its stunning ...
Travel Guide to Macerata: Le Marche’s University Town and Cultural Center
Nestled in Italy’s stunning Marche region, Macerata captivated me from the moment I wandered through its honey-colored streets. This hillside ...
Renaissance Perfection: Guide to Ascoli Piceno’s Magnificent Main Square
Nestled in the heart of Italy’s Le Marche region, Ascoli Piceno’s Piazza del Popolo stands as one of the most ...
Renaissance Walking Tour: Tracing the Medici Through Florence
Walking through Florence feels like stepping into a living museum where Renaissance history unfolds with each cobblestone. The Medici family, ...