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Intern in Rome: LEARNING TO LOVE THE ETERNAL CITY This summer I got the opportunity to study and intern in Rome. Before this trip, I had never visited Europe. I was excited, but not quite sure what to expect. The history was immense, the art was some of the best in the world, and the …
Seven Questions About Florence You Were Too Embarrassed To Ask We’ve all been there – we’re on a tour of an amazing place and our knowledgeable guide just keeps on talking, but in the back of our mind questions are popping up that seem so petty or obvious that we’re embarrassed to ask them. So …
SEVEN INTERESTING THINGS ABOUT ROME YOU PROBABLY DIDN’T KNOW Of all the numbers associated with the amazing city of Rome, perhaps none is more representative than the number seven: Rome is built on seven hills; it originally had seven kings; and, for hundreds of years, Christians have been coming to visit the city’s seven great …
Exploring The Volcanic Wonders Of Sicily: The Aeolian Islands Photo credit: Stefan While Italy is a long time favourite holiday destination for many, it can feel as if the best of this beautiful country has long-since been discovered by tourists from all over the world, and while symbolic, postcard-perfect images of the Amalfi Coast and …
The Fascinating Pope Who Wrote Letters To Pinocchio And Dickens The city of Venice was a magical place in the 1970s. Ancient local traditions were being proudly upheld, with a revival of the famously naughty Carnival festivities and a post-war economic boom in the region surrounding La Serenissima regenerating a city never far from danger. …
Giglio Island, The Hidden Paradise Of Italy Photo credit: Visit Tuscany GiglioIsland (in Italian “Isola del Giglio”) is a wonderful island of Tuscany surrounded by the Tyrrhenian sea. The island is one of seven that form the Tuscan Archipelago. Full of hidden beaches with crystal clear water, this is the perfect place to spend your …
8 Most Beautiful Gardens To Visit In Italy This Spring Photo credit: Flower Girl Don’t you think that Spring is the most beautiful season of the year? The fragrance of the blooming flowers, the smell of raw green and sprouting buds after a rain fall, trees blossoming and warm sunny days: that’s Spring. And …
FANTASTIC ITALIAN FOOD FESTIVALS THAT ARE WORTH A PIT STOP Spring and Summer are festival seasons and there’s one in every corner of Italy to suit every taste. From chilli pepper to truffle festivals, from pasta to chocolate, we’re here to help you find best food festivals worth traveling for. Food festivals are the perfect …
THE BEST VEGAN PLACES IN ROME Prosciutto and mozzarella, pasta Bolognese and pizza capricciosa – Italy is famous for its cuisine around the world. But although many recipes are based on meat and dairy, you can still enjoy delicious meals across the Eternal City – even if you are vegan. To help your stomach navigate the food search, …
BEST WINE FESTIVALS IN ITALY THAT YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS Italy is famous for its delicious food and there are lot of specialties that have become a symbol of the country all around the world (just think about Neapolitan pizza, for example). But there’s also something else that can not be easily forgotten: wine. …