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View of grassy area and in the distance, the beach at the Torre Guaceto nature reserve in Puglia. On the left are umbrellas and the private beach and to the right are sandy areas of the public beach.

TORRE GUACETO BEACH – How to Spend a Day at the Nature Reserve’s Spiaggia

Do you want to visit Torre Guaceto’s spectacular beach but feel a little confused about…

Two boys walk down a stone street in a pedestrian area of Martina Franca, Puglia. Restaurants with outdoor tables lines both sides of the street. Old buildings on either side with balconies with iron railings.

MARTINA FRANCA WITH KIDS – Frankly, It’s Fabulous

Martina Franca has everything you need for a visit with kids – a playground, excellent…

A mom cycles with her three boys on an empty road in Puglia, Italy. Olive trees and low stone walls line either side of the road. Two boys are on their own bikes and the third boy is on a child seat on the mom's bike.

CYCLING IN PUGLIA WITH KIDS – Our Experience

Do you love exploring new places by bicycle as a family? So do we! I…

Two boys wait at the counter of a ceramics shop and the artisan wraps up their purchase of colorful bowls. The walls and shelves are decorated with ceramics.

GROTTAGLIE WITH KIDS – And a Mom Who Wants to Buy Ceramics

Have you heard of Grottaglie and its gorgeous ceramics… but the thought of entering a…

Three boys sit on a stone wall with the port of Trani and the sunset behind them.

TRANI WITH KIDS – How To Plan Your Trip (Based on Our Family’s Visits)

We’ve just finished up a Puglia road trip and Trani was our first stop. We’re…

Boys walk under an archway to enter the historic center of Cisternino in Puglia, Italy. Trees in terracotta pots on either side. Sign for Piazza Mazzini and Porta Piccènne on the right of the arch. Three women walk out of the arch toward the camera.

CISTERNINO WITH KIDS – How to Visit (& Why You Should!)

Cisternino is a town in Puglia I gravitate towards with kids… but not for a…

Grandfather hugs his grandson and smiles in front of the Colosseum in Rome, Italy.

ITALY WITH KIDS & GRANDPARENTS – How to Plan Your Multigenerational Trip

Italy is a special place to visit with multiple generations. Bella Italia is overflowing with…

Boys drive go-karts and scooter toys down a path at Das Grafenstein Family Suites near Merano in the Dolomites, Italy.

DAS GRAFENSTEIN FAMILY HOTEL REVIEW – A Kid’s Paradise Near Merano (Dolomites)

Are you researching family hotels for your trip to the Dolomites? If so, I’ve got…

The Sciliar mountain range as seen from Fie allo Sciliar in July

3-DAY DOLOMITES ITINERARY – Using Fiè allo Sciliar as a Base

If you’re planning a visit to Italy and want to visit the montane più belle…

Entrance to the pharmacy inside the Pisa airport in Itlay. Displays of baby products, bandaids, and medicines. Ads on either side of the large doorway.

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR CHILD GETS SICK ON VACATION IN ITALY

QUICK GUIDE:Emergency – call 118 or 112.Non-Urgent Doctor Visit – ask your accommodation or search…

A child runs through the snow on a large alpine plateau. Large mountains in the background. This is Alpe di Siusi in the Dolomites, Italy.

FAMILY PACKING LIST for the Dolomites in the Winter

Are you heading to the Dolomites in the winter? Do you need some help brainstorming…

Boys walking the trail toward mountains in the Dolomites.

VISITING THE DOLOMITES WITHOUT A CAR – It’s Possible, & Sometimes Preferable

Are you trying to decide if you should rent a car for your visit to…

Two children read books from the Who Was? series - Who Was Galileo? and Who Was Leonardo da Vinci. Their faces are hidden behind the books and they're sitting against a white wall.

‘WHO WAS?’ BOOKS FOR A FAMILY TRIP TO ITALY

If you’ve got kids, you’ve likely heard of or read many of the books in…

Boy makes a snow angel in snow on Alpe di Siusi in the Dolomites, Italy. Trees and mountains in the background.

A WINTER VISIT TO THE DOLOMITES WITH KIDS – All You Need to Know

Are you thinking of planning a family trip to the Dolomites in the winter? Wondering…

Small children take ski lessons with instructors on a gentle slope on Alpe di Siusi in the Dolomites. The Alpe is covered in snow and there are large mountains in the background.

ALPE DI SIUSI WITH KIDS – Winter Edition

I’m all about visiting Alpe di Siusi during the summer with kids, and that’s when…

Christmas trees surround a statue at the Bolzano Christmas market in the Dolomites, Italy. The cathedral is in the background. It's nighttime.

DOLOMITES IN THE WINTER – 7 Activities For Non-Skiers

Do you want to visit the Dolomites in Italy during the winter but have no…

Boy sits on wooden bench at bus stop in the Dolomites (Castelrotto) in Italy. Mountains and village buildings behind him.

VISITING THE DOLOMITES IN WINTER WITHOUT A CAR – How We Did It

Ciao! Are you wondering if it’s possible to visit the Dolomites in the winter without…

Inside the Bari airport. A high-ceilinged area with car rental desks and people walking around.

CAR RENTAL AT THE BARI AIRPORT – From Pickup to Drop Off

If you’re heading to Puglia and are thinking about renting a car – smart choice! …

Boy in red sweatshirt sits next to window on a train in the Dolomites, Italy. Out the window are low mountains and winter vineyards.

FLORENCE TO BOLZANO BY TRAIN – My Quick Guide

If you’re heading up to Bolzano from Florence, it’s easy to arrive by train. You…

Boy in brown coat walks down via dei Portici in Bolzano. It's a cobblestone street with porticoes on either side. Small Christmas trees line the street and people are walking in either direction.

A WINTER VISIT TO BOLZANO WITH KIDS – Yay or Nay?

Are you trying to decide if you should visit Bolzano with your kids during the…

Cobblestone street with view of shop entrances under a portico. Bicycle and Christmas tree in front of the portico. Street lit up in evening in Bolzano, Italy.

BOLZANO IN WINTER – Well-Worth a Visit!

Thinking of visiting Bolzano in the inverno (winter)? Stop thinking about it and make it…

Boy in brown coat runs in the Bolzano Christmas market, passing wooden stalls on the left and lit Christmas trees on the right. He's heading toward a large Christmas tree up ahead.

BOLZANO’S CHRISTMAS MARKET – Our Family’s Favorite Mercatino di Natale

Whether you’re trying to decide if you should hit up Bolzano’s Christmas Market on your…

VENICE WITH A TODDLER – A Mom in Italy’s Complete Guide

Hi! Are you planning a trip to Venice (or trying to decide if you should…

Bright orange sunrise and view of rooftops and bird flying in Venice, Italy.

MY FAVORITE VENICE CLIMBS & VIEWPOINTS – With or Without Kids

We all know that Venice is unique, so why not see if from a unique…

View of St. Mark's Basilica and bell tower and Venice rooftops from the top of Scala Contarini del Bovolo in Venice, Italy.

HOW TO ‘CLIMB’ ST. MARK’S BELL TOWER IN VENICE – My Quick Guide

Are you heading to Venice for the first time and thinking about heading up to…

View of Venice, Italy rooftops and the Scala Contarini del Bovolo. The top of the St. Mark's bell tower and basilica can be seen in the distance.

SCALA CONTARINI DEL BOVOLO – A Kid-Friendly Tower Climb in Venice

One of my favorite things to do in Venice is see the city from above. …

Burano Island's playground set against the Venice lagoon and Mazzorbo Island. The playground has colorful play structures including tubes, slides, swings, and spring toys. The ground is grassy.

VENICE PLAYGROUNDS & PARKS WE LOVE – Get Your Wiggles Out in Venice

Ciao! If your kids are like mine, your trip to Venice will need to include…

Two stone statues (the Moors) hammer onto a large bell on the top of the Clock Tower in Venice. In the back is the rooftop of St. Mark's Basilica and the lagoon.

CLIMBING THE VENICE CLOCK TOWER – A Unique Way to See Venice from Above

If you’re planning a trip to Venice, don’t miss a chance to see Venice from…

Boy in red sweatshirt walks down a gravel trail with volcanic stones on right and rope railing on left. Whispy clouds and brush covered hills in front of him.

MOUNT VESUVIUS HIKE WITH KIDS – Our Experience + Tips from a Mom in Italy

Mount Vesuvius is one of the most imposing sites in Italy and if your kids…

Boy walks down cobblestone street in Rome. A few others are on the street but it's not crowded. Shops on either side of the street (the one on the left is a leather shop). Sunny skies.

HOW TO AVOID CROWDS WHILE TRAVELING IN ITALY – My 2025 Guide

If you were in Italy in 2024 and were put off by the intense crowds…