When I started this blog back in January 2011, all I really wanted was a little corner of the internet where I could share my first solo trip to Italy. I imagined my family and friends following along, seeing the … Continued
Sicily is one of the most fascinating and beautiful places in Italy. As Goethe wrote, “To have seen Italy without having seen Sicily is not to have seen Italy at all, for Sicily is the clue to everything.” Being Sicilian … Continued
Last Blog Post of 2024 Another year has come and gone, and I have some thoughts I’d like to share with you. In many ways, it’s been a challenging year for most of us, but I’m grateful for the … Continued
In Italy, I appreciate the beauty that surrounds me, but sometimes the unexpected and unusual sights pique my curiosity. The above photo is an installation inside the Toledo station of the Naples Metro. Titled “By the sea…you and me,” … Continued
If you’ve ever traveled to Italy, you already know from experience to be prepared to walk a lot. In fact, you can count on walking quite a few miles a day. During my recent trips to Italy, I walk an … Continued
