Hilltop Capital: The Medieval Core and Modern Expansion of Campobasso
Campobasso sits high above the landscape, and it’s got this striking split personality. The medieval core clings to a steep ...
Medieval Markets and Modern Art: A Day in Surprising Spilimbergo
Walking through the porticoed streets of Spilimbergo last Thursday, I found myself caught between two worlds—the medieval charm of market ...
That Time I Found Myself Alone in a Medieval Stone Village
I never expected to find myself completely alone in a medieval stone village. The afternoon sun cast long shadows between ...
The Authentic Italy: Why Abruzzo Preserves Traditions Lost Elsewhere
While most travelers flock to Rome, Florence, and Venice, I’ve found that the true heart of Italy beats in its ...
Ancient Remedies: Soaking in Ischia’s Millennia-Old Thermal Waters
Nestled in the sparkling Tyrrhenian Sea off Italy’s coast, Ischia has been my favorite wellness secret for years. The moment ...
Summer Opera and Winter Capocollo: The Seasonal Joys of Martina Franca
Martina Franca sits tucked into the rolling hills of southern Italy, and honestly, it always draws me back with its ...
Baroque Elegance in the Valle d’Itria: Discovering Martina Franca’s
When you walk into Martina Franca, it’s like stepping into a living painting. Every corner bursts with intricate Baroque facades ...
Standing Where Kingdoms Collided: My Day Exploring Italy’s Longest Siege
When I stood on the ancient grounds of Monte Cassino, I felt the weight of history right under my feet. ...
Castle by the Sea: The Historic Waterfront of Underrated Monopoli
When I first landed in Monopoli, tucked along Puglia’s Adriatic coast, the waterfront castle jumped out at me. This historic ...
Beyond the Name: The Authentic Coastal Charm of Monopoli
When I first rolled into Monopoli, Italy, I honestly didn’t expect it to be so much more than just a ...
The Week I Spent in a Region So Overlooked Italians Joke It Doesn’t Exist
Last week, I set off for Molise, a region so overlooked that Italians joke it doesn’t even exist. “Il Molise ...
Shepherd’s Paths: The Transhumance Traditions of Molise
In the rolling hills of Molise, Italy, I stumbled onto one of the most fascinating ancient traditions still alive today: ...
Mosaic School Legacy: The Artistic Tradition of Spilimbergo
Nestled in the charming town of Spilimbergo in northern Italy, the Scuola Mosaicisti del Friuli has been a beacon of ...
Between Cliffs and Beaches: The Natural Beauty of Gargano’s Capital
Gargano’s capital always surprises me. Tall white cliffs drop into the clear blue waters of the Adriatic Sea, and quiet ...
Ancient Trails and Empty Beaches: Exploring Undiscovered Molise
During my travels across Italy, I stumbled onto a place that honestly feels like stepping into another era—Molise, the country’s ...
Devil’s Bridge and Ancient Mysteries: Exploring UNESCO Cividale
Walking through the historic streets of Cividale del Friuli, I was drawn by a worn-out sign pointing to the “Ponte ...
White Stone Wonder: The Seaside Cathedral of Trani
When I first arrived at the edge of the Adriatic Sea, the Cathedral of Trani instantly grabbed my attention. That ...
“Molise Doesn’t Exist”: How I Discovered Italy’s Most Mysterious Region
Ever heard of an Italian region that supposedly doesn’t exist? When I first saw memes about “Molise doesn’t exist,” I ...
Beyond the Amalfi Coast: Hidden Treasures of Campania
The Amalfi Coast steals the spotlight with its stunning views and celebrity buzz, but honestly, Campania has so much more ...
Italy’s Forgotten Region: Why Molise Deserves Your Attention
Ever heard of Molise? If not, don’t worry—you’ve got plenty of company. Tucked between the better-known Abruzzo and Puglia in ...
Fortress on Impossible Rock: The Medieval Marvel of Roccascalegna
Roccascalegna Castle clings dramatically to a sheer basalt cliff, looking like it’s about to launch into the sky. When I ...