Manchester has always had an edge. Once the beating heart of the Industrial Revolution, the city has reinvented itself into a hub of sport, music, science, and culture. So if you’re thinking about visiting but wondering what the best things to do in Manchester England may be, keep reading! Today’s Manchester is full of historic […]

What is a ha ha? If you’ve ever heard someone say the phrase, you might think it’s a joke. But it’s actually a curiously real landscape feature that dates back to the 18th century. Yes, it has a very odd name. But the feature itself had a key role in preserving some of the landscapes […]

Ever notice that some bottles say “whisky” and others say whiskey”? Is it a secret code? Something special about where it’s from? Is “whiskey” a better way to spell it than “whisky”? Do they mean different things? Or it is just something to argue about after your second pour? The short answer is, proper spelling […]

The most important part of planning any trip is figuring out where to stay. Whether you’re looking for luxury hotels in Rome or something a bit more budget-friendly, the right hotel, resort, lodge, or apartment can make or break a vacation. A great choice can elevate a trip and make it even more memorable, while […]

If you’re planning a trip to Italy and visiting Rome, especially if it’s your first trip, there are so many things to see and do! It can be a bit overwhelming. That’s why I put together this guide, your go-to resource for the best things to do in Rome. A trip to Italy is about […]

The first time I visited Florence was during my senior year of high school. I’ll be honest, I knew nothing about the city. I’d never even heard of it. So needless to say, I had no idea what the best things to do in Florence Italy would be. Somehow, through my 12 years of education, […]

If you’ve ever dreamed of having your own villa, or even your own town, Tuscany is where those dreams can become reality. At least for a little while, when you stay at one of these exquisite luxury Tuscany hotels! Tuscany is a landscape unlike any other. It has some of the world’s most beautiful and […]

Everyone’s heard of Venice, but are you familiar with Chioggia Italy, or “Little Venice”? With charming canals winding through town, colorful buildings, and a more relaxed (as in far fewer tourists!) historic center, Chioggia is much more than just a smaller version of its famous neighbor. Chioggia may be less well-known, but it’s full of […]

Venice is one of the most sought after destinations in the world, one that lands on many people’s bucket lists. And for good reason! There are so many things to do in Venice, Italy that you could spend weeks exploring and still not see it all. The city is unique, with so much art, architecture, […]

The Sistine Chapel (or Cappella Sistina as it’s known in Italian) is one of the most famous landmarks of Rome. It attracts more visitors than a gelato stand on a hot summer day! And why wouldn’t it? Most people visit to take in Michelangelo’s stunning ceiling frescoes. The frescoes in the Sistine Chapel are intricate […]