I love hanging out in Taormina as much as anyone. Who doesn’t like the colorful, lively resort town? Highlights include visiting the Teatro Greco (Greek Theater), shopping along Corso Umberto, lounging at the Isola Bella pebbly beach, and having an evening aperitivo in town. If you’ve got itchy feet and are looking for a day […]
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Updated on January 15, 2024 If you’re here, you’re trying to decide which area to visit – Alpe di Siusi or Seceda. I’m often asked this question, and my easy response is… both! Both Alpe di Siusi and Seceda are spectacular and worth a visit while you’re exploring the Dolomites. I’ve been visiting the Dolomites
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Are you plotting out your meals for your upcoming trip to Bolzano? Maybe you’re wandering around Bolzano, trying to choose a restaurant for dinner. Either way – I’ve got you covered with my list of Bolzano restaurants. There’s something for everyone: We’re a family of five based in Tuscany, and we’re always happy to dine
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Updated on January 15, 2024 Have you seen photos of the Dolomites and want to ride your bike there…. But you’re daunted by the challenge of the epic climbs? Well, I’ve ridden almost all of the Dolomites passes and the scenery is spectacular, the riding is incredible, and it’s tough! If you’re not in amazing
When you think of Italian Lakes, you probably immediately picture the Italian Lakes District in Northern Italy and its famous lakes – Lake Como, Lake Maggiore, Lake Garda, Lake Maggiore, Lake Iseo, and Lake Orta. While those lakes are gorgeous and definitely worth a visit, Italy is home to over 1500 lakes, and many of
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I’m often asked if we have Uber in Italy. After all, wouldn’t it be convenient to just pull up the Uber app on your phone in Milan and catch an inexpensive ride across town? Well, yes, it would be nice, but the Uber ride hailing app that you know and love doesn’t exist in Italy.
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This article was originally written by Clair Rogers and has been edited and added to by Candice Criscione. Last updated on May 2, 2026. Italy is home to the largest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the World – 61 to be precise – 55 are cultural and 6 natural, putting it just ahead
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Updated January 14, 2025 I’ve been visiting the Dolomites annually since 2004 in many ways: Each trip includes some time on the UNESCO World Heritage site of Alpe di Siusi, one of the most gorgeous parts of the Northern Italian mountain area. Fun Fact: Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm in German, Mont Sëuc in Ladin)
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Updated January 15, 2024 Are you trying to decide if you should bring your kids to Gardaland while you’re in Italy? Or maybe you’re set on visiting but are looking for some helpful tips for your visit? Either way, I’ve got you covered. Our family just returned from another trip to Gardaland and we had
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Are you looking for a place to call casa (home) while visiting Puglia? Or, maybe you just want to know how to spend a day or two visiting Monopoli. Either way, keep reading for my tips and advice for exploring Monopoli and making the most of your time in the small city in Puglia’s Valle
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