If you’re planning your trip to Lake Garda and you want to fit in some beach time, you’re probably wondering where to go. After all, the shore of Lake Garda is around 100 miles long! I too was once in your position, but after visiting Lake Garda multiple times, I have some suggestions for you. […]
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Ciao! Are you trying to figure out if you should rent a car for your trip to Italy? Are you nervous about the differences between driving in the US and driving in Italy? Maybe you’ve heard stories about renting a car in Italy and you’re not sure if you should just stick to the trains.
Corvara in Badia is a small-ish village nestled in at the bottom of a few famous mountain passes in Alta Badia. It’s a skier’s / hiker’s / cyclist’s paradise, it’s got restaurants to satisfy gourmands and hungry hikers, and it’s a Ladin area – so you get a taste of the Ladin culture if you
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If you’re on your way to Italy and are interested in seeing colorful places like La Boca in Buenos Aires, Guanajuato in Mexico, Bo Kaap in South Africa, or Copenhagen in Denmark – you’re in for a treat! Here in Italy, we’ve got plenty of small villages and neighborhoods in cities that pop with color.
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Heading to Florence from Milan by train? Here’s what to expect. From getting train tickets before your trip, to what to expect at the station in Florence, I’ve got you covered step by step. You’ll find my tips and advice peppered in along the way. I have done this trip countless times, most recently with
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Heading to Milan from Florence by train? Here’s what to expect. From getting train tickets before your trip, to finding a taxi when you arrive in Milan, I’ve got you covered step by step. You’ll find my tips and advice for a smooth trip peppered in along the way. I live here in Italy, and
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Colfosco is a piccolo (small) village in the Dolomite mountains in northern Italy. Colfosco may be tiny, but it packs a punch in the winter (skiing, anyone?) and the summer (gorgeous hikes and heart-racing bike rides). Colfosco sits between the epic hairpin turns of Passo Gardena and the bustling ski/hike/bike town of Corvara in Badia.
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Ciao! If you’re thinking about hiking to the Cascate del Pisciadù, check out this mini guide that will explain: I’m a mom in Italy who’s been in love with the Dolomites since I first set foot in the area in 2004. I’m back every year, now with my three small boys. We’ll take you along
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If you’re busy packing for your Italy trip, don’t forget to ‘pack’ your mobile phone with these apps that will make your vacation smooth and fun! I’m a mom in Italy, a vacation planner, and a former cycling and hiking guide. I spend a lot of time traveling around Italy and there are some Italy
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A small village brimming with charm at every turn, and it’s right on Lake Garda! Bardolino offers wonderful dining, drinking, and shopping; beautiful vistas of Lake Garda and a myriad of ways to enjoy the lake, like walking and biking. Near Bardolino there are more picturesque towns to explore, and even amusement parks! My guide,
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