As White Lotus Season 2 comes to a conclusion, the desire to travel to Sicily has rapidly increased. This is long overdue, as Sicily is fairly overlooked in comparison to mainland Italy. There are so many reasons to visit Sicily, and after I went in June of 2021, I can confirm a revisit will be…
Pro-tip: Don't feel like doing all of the planning on your own? Book a guided historical tour to see the city's highlights.
Stop #1: Duomo di Milano
My first time visiting the Duomo di Milano in May 2019. PHOTO: Kaitlyn Rosati
If you only have one day in Milan, it's worth prioritizing its most famous sight…
Many travelers skip Naples due to its poor reputation. "It's seedy," "it's dangerous," "it's dirty," "it's rough around the edges." These are all common concerns that visitors will hear from other travelers and locals alike. However, Naples is ... kind of amazing. It's totally different from the rest of Italy. It's kind of like if…
Florence is one of the most sought-out destinations in Italy, and despite the year-round crowds, nothing really holds a candle to the city's art, history, and cuisine. It's no wonder why so many praise Florence as one of their favorites in the country. Plus, it's a great hub for day trips to Lucca, Pisa, Cinque…
Italy is one of the most popular destinations in the world for tourists. Though you might think it's going to be extremely similar to any typical Western nation, there are actually a lot of little quirks and rules to know about traveling through Italy. After having been to Italy over 10 times, these are some…
No visit to Italy is complete without a visit to its capital, Rome. However, because the country has so much to see, there's a chance you'll want to cut your time in Rome short in lieu of some other underrated Italian gems. Even if you narrow your time in Rome to just one singular day,…
“Why do you love Italy so much?” my mom asked me at Cafe Florentine in New Hartford, NY over espresso. “Because it feels like home,” I said. I grew up in a small town in Upstate New York, mainly consisting of Italian-Americans and Polish-Americans. To no coincidence, my mother’s side mainly comes from Eastern…
DISCLAIMER: This was my personal experience flying during Covid-19. You should always check travel restrictions based on your location, as rules often change by the day.
I was mindlessly scrolling on my phone on May 14th, 2021, when I finally saw the words I’ve been waiting over a year to hear: “Italy is Officially Reopening…
I stayed in Florence and used it as a hub to see many nearby sights; Tuscany, Cinque Terre, etc.
I booked a day tour to go see Cinque Terre since I was unsure as to how to get there otherwise and the tour seemed like an easier option (also, tours are a nice way to meet…
Deciding where to stay in the Amalfi Coast is something I hear a lot of people questioning. There are perks to each spot:
Positano- picturesque views of the typical Amalfi Coast, beaches, and along every step there will be good food and wine (and limoncello).
Ravello- the top point of the Amalfi Coast, leading to stunning views.
Amalfi-…
