Have you seen those “expectation vs reality” videos on TikTok and Instagram? That can happen to you in Florence if you fail to plan your trip properly. A few days before your trip, you imagine yourself standing before Michelangelo’s David, gazing up at Brunelleschi’s magnificent dome, and eating incredible pasta at a little family-run trattoria. … Read more
I thought I was prepared. I had my camera, my walking shoes, and a meticulously highlighted list of must-see masterpieces. But by the end of my first day in Florence, I was dehydrated, overwhelmed, and standing in a forty-five-minute line for a mediocre eighteen-euro plate of pasta near the Duomo. Florence is magical, no doubt … Read more
Rolling hills, cypress trees, incredible art, and wine that costs less than water. That is Tuscany for you. I don’t think anyone can claim to know Italy well if they have not explored Tuscany. However, despite all the good things that Tuscany has to offer, it is also surprisingly easy to approach it the wrong … Read more
Tuscany is the heart of the Italian Renaissance, a region where rolling hills, cypress trees, and vineyards stretch to the horizon. While cities like Florence and Siena steal the headlines, the true magic of Tuscany lies hidden in its ancient villages. These are places where time moves slowly, where stone walls whisper medieval secrets, and … Read more
Italy is meant to be enjoyed slowly. That is the only way you can absorb it all in, and enjoy the Italian concept of la dolce far niente, which simply means “the sweetness of doing nothing.” It’s not about laziness. It’s more about: Usually, I recommend a minimum of 4 nights in Rome to see … Read more
About 5 years ago, a dear friend joined me in Rome for a short trip, and I had already planned a walking plan for the entire day to acquaint him with the city layout. We, however, didn’t walk long before calling it a day. The Converse high-tops my friend was wearing could be perfect for … Read more