Are you thinking of visiting the Grotte di Castellana but aren’t sure if you should take time away from your other Puglia activities and destinations? Go for it! A visit to the Grotte di Castellana complements time spent in Puglia’s whitewashed towns, relaxing at its sandy beaches with turquoise waters, and eating its delicious food …
Grotte di Castellana (Castellana Caves) – How to Visit Them (+ Tips) Read More »
I’ve been visiting Puglia since the early 2000’s, first as a cycling guide, and now with my family. Tourism has grown so much, but there are still some ‘hidden gems,’ and Locorotondo is one of them. The town is often passed over for other Valle d’Itria favorites like Polignano a Mare, Alberobello, and Ostuni… But, …
A Quick Guide to Locorotondo, Italy – My Favorite Small Town in Puglia! Read More »
Ostuni, Italy is definitely more popular than when I first visited in the early 2000’s but I still enjoy a stroll through Puglia’s Città Bianca (White City) and I recommend at least a quick stop if you’re in the area. Ostuni gets its nickname from its whitewashed walls. Back in the mid-17th century, the town …
Ostuni, Italy – One-Day Itinerary for Puglia’s ‘White City’ (+ Map & Tips) Read More »
Have you spent time in Milan elbowing your way through the crowds and now you want to visit a quieter Italian city? Are you curious to see the somewhat unknown Bergamo, named Italy’s 2023 Capital of Culture? Maybe you want to see what all the fuss is about, but you’ve only got the morning and …
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Völs am Schlern is our family’s favorite base for visiting the Dolomites in Italy. I first visited in 2004 for work, and I’ve returned every year since, for both work and play. Our family loves this tiny village at the base of the Schlern for its: fantastic views of the Schlern (Sciliar) range easy access …
Völs am Schlern, Italy (Fiè allo Sciliar) – A Perfect Dolomites Base Read More »
First off, you may be going back and forth on whether you should attempt a Florence to Venice day trip. It is quite a trek from the Renaissance City to La Serenissima. Is it worth traveling from Florence to Venice and back in one day? YES, if that’s all the time your itinerary allows and …
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Scicli, Sicily – say that 10 times fast! Scicli, pronounced SHEE-klee, is one of the Val di Noto baroque towns, but it’s less visited than Ragusa, Noto, or Modica. The town has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2002, and it gained recognition as a set for the popular 90’s television series, …
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Castelrotto (aka Kastelruth), loved by Italians and visitors, is one of the Borghi più belli d’Italia (one of Italy’s most beautiful small towns). The village is set in a gorgeous spot with a view of the Sciliar range, and the tiny center is made up of cobblestone lanes, piazzas with cafes, and some gorgeous frescoed …
Visiting Castelrotto (Kastelruth) Italy – On a Day Trip or as Your Dolomites Base Read More »
Are you trying to decide if you should add the Boboli Gardens to your Florence itinerary? Maybe you’re unsure if it’s worth paying to visit Boboli Gardens. After all, public gardens are free in so many other European cities (and there are free gardens in Florence). Our family is based here in Tuscany and we …
Are you trying to decide if you should visit the Petriolo hot springs (aka Bagni di Petriolo) while you’re driving around Tuscany? Maybe you’ve just visited Saturnia’s hot springs and want to more hot, sulphurous water in your life. Petriolo has one of Tuscany’s warmest hot springs (water flows at 40-43° C, compared to Saturnia’s …
Petriolo Hot Springs in Tuscany – Are They Worth a Visit? Read More »
