THE ROMAN CANDLE JOURNAL
Places, people and ideas for your next Italian adventure. Explore stories from our journal, then find a tour to make the journey your own.
From Hot Springs To Spas To Ancient Sites: Italy’s Top Natural ‘Terme’ Saturnia, Tuscany Italy is full of natural ‘terme.’ The mineral rich, Mediterranean terrain is geographically ideal for hot springs to spontaneously pop…
Read the story →The emperor’s Summer Residency – Tivoli Without a doubt, Rome is a truly amazing city. You could spend months there and not see anywhere near all there is to see. However, in a short…
Read the story →The Many Colorful Personas Of Venice’s Giacomo Casanova Giovanni Giacomo Casanova Italian Adventurer Born ‘Giacomo Girolamo Casanova’ in 1725, when Italy’s Republic of Venice reigned, Casanova’s notorious legacy has lived on for centuries. As…
Read the story →The Definitive Guide To The Best Day Trips From Florence As the city that gave birth to Stendhal syndrome (that is an overdose on beautiful art), Florence has no shortage of attractions. The Uffizi,…
Read the story →Fry Me To The Moon: A Budget Guide To The Best Fried Food In Italy Burrata Cheese Fried Pizza The first time I came to Italy for more than a fleeting visit was back…
Read the story →Rome’s Best Outside Eateries Entrenched in magnificently preserved pieces of epic history, from the many medieval cobblestones to the grandeur of the Colosseum, Rome is ideal for eating outside. The restaurants and cafes of the…
Read the story →Visiting Sorrento And The Amalfi Coast On A Budget Amalfi Beach The ‘Costiera Amalfitana’ is such an idyllic spot that it seems to have sprung out of a fairytale set in an endless summer.…
Read the story →Florence With The Kids: Rocking The Cradle Of The Renaissance Florence might be world famous for many things, but being child-friendly isn’t one of them. Galleries and museums, not amusements and arcades, make up…
Read the story →Venice By Boat: Spending A Serene Day Out On The Water Wandering Venice’s side streets; promenading its Grand Canal; losing yourself, often rather literally, as you try to navigate its historical centre—everyone visiting…
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