Crumbling stone foundations and graffiti-laced walls in Italy exude a particular type of charm. In another part of the world, this might look like a rough section of a city, or even a ghetto. The allure of Italy is sometimes … Continued
Venice is one of the most beautiful places on earth, and no place on earth is quite like it. Images of gondolas, canals, narrow alleys, grand piazzas, historic bridges, and tempting seafood dishes immediately come to mind. The sight of … Continued
If you’re traveling to Italy, you may or may not be aware of the latest laws, but some of them are essential for travelers to know. Below are a few of the more surprising and little-known laws implemented recently in … Continued
Despite what I perceive as a challenging way of life at times, Italians always appear to look happy,. What is their secret? I think it can be summed up in the concept of il dolce far niente.Translated, it means … Continued
For some of the best views of Rome, I’ve always wanted to take the “Rome from the Sky” glass-walled elevator to the top of il Vittoriano. Having already walked almost eighteen miles over the past three days, I tell my … Continued
