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, […]

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 […]

If you’ve ever had a full English or Scottish breakfast, you know they don’t mess around when it comes to a proper morning meal. But a traditional Irish breakfast is a classic of its own. It’s a hearty start to the day with no room left for lunch. A traditional Irish breakfast shares some familiar […]

I’m a big fan of a full English breakfast, even though it’s a lot of food. At least, I thought it was a lot of food until I met its Scottish cousin! A traditional breakfast in Scotland shares some familiar staples with an English breakfast, but adds its own bold items for a fully Scottish […]

An American woman was sitting behind us during a lovely brunch at Fortnum & Mason. We thought nothing of it until we heard her order, specifically asking for the “cooked bacon” instead of the uncooked bacon. The waiter was understandably confused, saying “our bacon is cooked, madam”. She kept insisting that he bring her the […]

Venice is a city like no other. It’s a masterpiece of canals, palaces, and timeless beauty. But staying in luxury hotels in Venice, Italy isn’t just about comfort! It’s also about experiencing the city’s history, culture, and romance firsthand. From opulent palazzos on the Grand Canal to secluded island retreats, Venice offers a range of […]

Venice is one of the most unique cities in the world, known for its canals, stunning architecture, and centuries of history. If you’ve spent much time there, you may think you know a lot of Venice Italy facts. But you (probably) know less than you think! Venice is so unique that it’s been listed as […]

I spent 2022 living in Frankfurt, Germany. The culture, language, and surroundings were all new. After a couple months I found myself needing a short break. Someplace familiar. A Venice, Italy trip would be perfect! After studying abroad in Italy and traveling there multiple times, Italy feels much more familiar than Germany. I’ve been to […]

Florence was the first city in Europe to enchant me. On my first visit, I fell in love. The unique tapestry of Florence neighborhoods, each with its own story and atmosphere, still holds a special place in my heart. I still can’t explain exactly what it was that first attracted me to Florence. It wasn’t […]