Italy routinely appears at the top of the bucket lists of travelers from all over the world. And who can fault them? From cities steeped in history to colorful little coastal villages, Italy offers a plethora of destinations to suit every type of traveler. Whether you are a first-time visitor to Italy, or you have just completed visit #15, you will come away wanting to return yet another time.
Discover how to spend two perfect days in Venice. Hop on a vaporetto to explore Murano and Burano. Hike the Sentiero Azzuro in the Cinque Terre. Enjoy an unforgettable sunset from the Piazzale Michelangelo in Firenze. Be charmed by the medieval hill towns of Tuscany. Enjoy the spectacular Amalfi Coast drive. Throw a coin into the Fontana di Trevi, to ensure your return to the Eternal City.
Browse my posts to discover all the wonderful experiences that can be yours in Italy!
If you love art or history, or art history, put Ravenna on the itinerary for your next trip to Italy! Located in the northeastern part of Italy in the Emilia-Romagna region, Ravenna is famous for its stunning ancient mosaics. Read on to discover how to visit the best of the Ravenna mosaics in just one […]
Sorrento is the perfect place to base yourself while you explore Campania, one of Italy’s beautiful southern regions. Sorrento is well connected by bus and ferry with all of the places of import in the region, so it is easy and convenient to do day trips by public transport while staying in Sorrento. Read on […]
Tuscany is all about la dolce vita. Its picture postcard scenery, charming hill towns, and historic cities will captivate you and make you wish you could spend seven months here instead of just seven days. But if a week is what you have, keep reading to discover the perfect Tuscany trip itinerary that will help […]
If you are an art lover, there’s a lot of fabulous art in Rome that you can view without forking over a penny. Rome’s many churches contain a wealth of art masterpieces. But there’s one museum with an entrance fee I think you should definitely visit, and that is the Galleria Borghese. Read on to […]
Spending two or more days in Venice, Italy? Consider a day trip to one or more of the smaller outlying islands. Just a vaporetto ride away, the island of Murano makes for an amazing full or part day trip from Venice, either alone or in conjunction with the neighboring islands of Burano and Torcello. Read […]
Visiting all the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Italy is one of the items on my bucket list. Italy currently has the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites in the world. From historic city centers to amazing archaeological ruins, and from majestic mountains to picturesque coasts, Italy’s UNESCO World Heritage sites will make fabulous […]
Rome is a bucket list destination for many travelers. The Eternal City offers so much to see and do that no single list of “25 things to do in Rome” can capture every wonderful experience you can enjoy here. But if your time in Rome is limited (we spent almost four full days here), my […]
Looking for the perfect three-week itinerary for your first visit to Italy? You’ve come to the right place! From cities brimming with history to colorful little coastal towns, and from art and architecture gems to beautiful beaches and charming country roads, Italy has much to offer every type of traveler. And who can ignore the […]
Planning your first visit to fabulous Florence? With probably the highest concentration of art and architecture masterpieces in all of Europe, and its great food scene, gelato, and shopping, Florence will definitely be one of the highlights of your first visit to Italy. Read on to discover the 10 best things to do on your […]
The Isle of Capri is just a ferry ride away if you’re visiting Sorrento, Naples, or the Amalfi Coast of Italy. With its beautiful blue waters and gorgeous gardens, and plenty to see and do, Capri makes for a fabulous day trip from any of these places. So read on to discover what to do […]
Hi! I’m Dhara. Through this blog, I hope to inspire you to seek out and savor beautiful travel moments. Join my husband and I as we explore the world in search of memorable travel experiences.