If you’re heading to Puglia and are thinking about renting a car – smart choice! The area is best explored by car. There are multiple places to pick up a rental car in Puglia, but if you’re flying into Bari (highly likely), the Bari airport car rental location is your best bet. I find the […]
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If you’re heading up to Bolzano from Florence, it’s easy to arrive by train. You don’t need to rent a car. Follow my quick guide step-by-step, and you’ll be up in the Dolomites in no time (well, in a few hours). Note: This route is best if you’re planning to explore the area of the
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Thinking of visiting Bolzano in the inverno (winter)? Stop thinking about it and make it happen! Bolzano (aka Bozen in German) is the capital of South Tyrol, and its historic center is: It’s the perfect place for a few cozy nights in the winter, or even as a day trip from a nearby city or
BOLZANO IN WINTER – Well-Worth a Visit! Read More »
Whether you’re trying to decide if you should hit up Bolzano’s Christmas Market on your upcoming trip, or you’re already in the Dolomites and just need some help figuring out logistics of the market… I’ve got you covered! I’m a mamma of three living in Tuscany and I’ve been visiting the Dolomites every year since
BOLZANO’S CHRISTMAS MARKET – Our Family’s Favorite Mercatino di Natale Read More »
We all know that Venice is unique, so why not see if from a unique viewpoint? After you’ve gazed at Venice from the campi (piazzas), on a gondola ride, or at water’s edge, it’s time to climb! These are my favorite places to see Venice from up high. Note that I haven’t included every single
MY FAVORITE VENICE CLIMBS & VIEWPOINTS – With or Without Kids Read More »
Are you heading to Venice for the first time and thinking about heading up to the top of St. Mark’s Bell Tower? Maybe you’re already in Venice and can’t decide where you want to see Venice from above. I live in Italy and make trips to Venice with and without my family. I’ve been up
HOW TO ‘CLIMB’ ST. MARK’S BELL TOWER IN VENICE – My Quick Guide Read More »
If you’re planning a trip to Venice, don’t miss a chance to see Venice from up high. Nothing beats seeing La Serenissima from above, and lucky for you, Venice has many places to get a bird’s eye view. Most visitors make their way up to the top of the San Marco bell tower or even
CLIMBING THE VENICE CLOCK TOWER – A Unique Way to See Venice from Above Read More »
If you were in Italy in in the past and were put off by the intense crowds on your visit, don’t worry – there are ways to have Italy ‘more to yourself.’ And, if you’re planning your visit but have heard horror stories about long ferry lines in Amalfi, the packed-like-tuna Vatican Museums, or overcrowded
HOW TO AVOID CROWDS WHILE TRAVELING IN ITALY – My 2026 Guide Read More »
Ah, mosquitoes. I’ve been dealing with them here in Italy for over two decades. I still don’t have the ultimate answer to ‘how to avoid mosquitoes in Italy.’ They’re smart little (err… big) buggers, but I do have a few tips for how to prevent bites, which mosquito repellents we have in Italy, and what
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Are you packing for your Italy trip and wondering if you should try to do laundry while you’re here? Perhaps you’re already here and your clothing had a run in with a plate of pasta al ragù last night and you’re in desperate need of a laundromat. I’m a mamma of three living in central
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