When one thinks of Tuscany, they likely think of the rolling hills of Montepulciano or Chianti, or maybe the bustling cities of Lucca and Florence. But did you know there's a town in Tuscany that is possibly the most unique town in all of Italy because it's made entirely of marble? The town of Carrara…
Exploring different diasporas around the globe is a preferred hobby of mine. I have a strong interest in migration patterns, and learning about why people choose (or are forced) to leave a place in exchange for another is not only interesting, but a great way to practice empathy. So, when I heard there was a…
Not all small towns in Italy are created equally, and no one makes that case as true as the charming Emilia Romagna town of Ferrara. Making for an easy day trip from either nearby Bologna, Venice, or even Milan, Ferrara is a UNESCO World Heritage protected city with Byzantine-influence, and offers a unique side of…
If you have a direct family member who was born in Italy, there's a good chance you're aware that you just might be eligible for Italian citizenship. But... beginning the process of learning, to finding documents that are over 100 years old, to fully understanding Italian law can be daunting.
After five years of trying…
Don't get me wrong; I love Florence, Italy. But over the years, the excessive crowds have managed to take away from Florence's natural charm. Not to mention, in a post-pandemic world, the prices in Florence have at least tripled since I first visited back in 2017.
That's not to say that Florence should be skipped…
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Choosing the right hotel for your travels is just as crucial as choosing the destination. Whether it’s a five-star property in a dreamy hotspot like the Maldives or a secluded oasis in remote Namibia, accommodation choices can easily make or break the travel experience.
Not all…
I'm always pining to see how I can visit typically expensive destinations on a budget. I've taken my stab at Mo'orea and Iceland on this feat, and I have found while expensive destinations are usually just that (expensive), cutting costs creatively is always an option. But... what about Monaco? The notorious playground of a country…
Summer in Europe is not for the faint of heart. Generally, it's expensive, it's crowded, and some destinations are too packed for their own good. If you're braving Europe in the summer and you want a beach destination, you've likely looked at Nice, Monaco, Cinque Terre, Amalfi Coast, maybe even Portofino. All of them are…
Getting to San Marino from Italy is not difficult by any means, but I couldn’t find a clear-cut guide online on how to do it, so I decided to make one. I suppose you're in the same position I was in, so, welcome to the official guide on how to get to San Marino from…
Italy is well known as being an exciting culinary destination, but there's one city that ranks well above the rest when it comes to perfecting Italian cuisine. Modena in Emilia Romagna (which is known as Italy's food valley) is easily one of the country's most prominent food cities, and luckily for hungry travelers, it can…
