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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 a young man living in Paris, he changed his name to ‘Jacques Casanova de Seingalt,’ which better fit his bold spirit …
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, the Duomo and the David are just three Florentine attractions that have become famous the world over. But sightseeing can be …
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 in 2015 when I took on an internship at Florence’s Institute of Prehistory. I loved the work, the weather and the …
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 Eternal City practically spill out onto the streets, despite the abundant historical sites and bustle of passersby, humming scooters, and daily …
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. The pristine fifty kilometer Amalfi Coast is one of the most desirable sun-soaked destinations in Italy. Despite the Amalfi’s immense allure, …
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 the beating heart of the city’s cobbled UNESCO centre, not least the world-famous galleries of the Uffiziand the Accademia. These attractions …
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 Venice should set aside both time and itineraries to explore La Serenissima at their leisure. On dry land is perfectly fine, …
Travel, Wine, And Food On A Budget In Tuscany Tuscany View Italy’s precious jewel, the luscious region of Tuscany, encompasses Florence, the culturally rich city that sparked the Renaissance, and endless stretches of green, amber, and gold countryside. Akin to Florence, which holds some of the world’s finest art museums and architectural phenomena, each Tuscan …
Navigating Venice’s Modern And Contemporary Art Dazzling, timeless, and wonderfully entwined with the sea, Venice has been admired worldwide as a prominent center for art and aesthetics for centuries. Artists of all kinds are captivated by Venice’s deep-rooted and seemingly everlasting beauty, as well as drawn by the many esteemed art museums, galleries, and collections …
Spending The Perfect Easter In Florence Easter is a special time in Florence. As scenes of solemn masses its dozens of churches are given new lease of life; its streets are awash with the colour of passing processions (their Florentine participants decked out in the same medieval regalia once worn by their ancestors); and, come …