Five Things About Me You May Not Know
16 Mar 2026

Five Things About Me You May Not Know

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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

A Traveler’s Perspective About the Italian Lifestyle
15 Sep 2025

A Traveler’s Perspective About the Italian Lifestyle

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After so many trips to Italy, it never gets old. One of my favorite quotes about travel is from Marcel Proust, who said, “the real voyage of discovery consists not in seeking new landscapes, but in having new eyes.”  So … Continued

What Makes a Visit to Sicily so Undeniably Special?
13 Jan 2025

What Makes a Visit to Sicily so Undeniably Special?

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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

Grateful! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
22 Dec 2024

Grateful! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!

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  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

Treviso, Italy – Is it Worth Visiting?
20 Sep 2024

Treviso, Italy – Is it Worth Visiting?

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If you’re staying in Venice for several days and looking for a less touristy diversion, Treviso is only a thirty-minute train ride away. Its narrow, cobblestone alleyways and pedestrian-only streets beckon visitors to explore this picturesque town. Last spring I … Continued

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