You've probably heard of Modena from the famed Netflix series, "Chef's Table," with the very first episode featuring Osteria Francescana by Massimo Bottura. While Osteria Francescana is a great highlight of the city, there's so much more to to it. Best of all, Modena can easily be seen in just a day, especially if you…
After somewhere around twenty visits to Italy, I finally made my way to the Italian Dolomites. What finally brought me there was my desire to treat myself by staying at La Roccia Wellness Hotel in Cavalese, Italy. La Roccia Wellness Hotel was the prime getaway from my typical New York City stressful routine. In total,…
Bologna, Italy has become more and more popular over the years. As a large university city, Bologna has plenty to offer for all ages with a lively, vibrant atmosphere. If you're short on time and want to see Bologna, but you can only manage a visit with a day trip from Milan or Florence, have…
Bologna is a foodie's dream, but unfortunately, a visit here can often come with a hefty price tag. Easily accessible by Florence or Milan, especially with a Eurail pass, many travelers seek a visit to Bologna when visiting Italy. The city is well-known as a foodie destination where dishes like lasagna, tortellini en brodo, and…
In January 2023, I finally completed my mission of traveling to all New 7 Wonders of the World... alone! It is up there with climbing Mount Kilimanjaro as one of my proudest travel accomplishments. Since I have now completed this feat, the least I could do is share exactly how I traveled to each one…
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…
