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Italy Travel Guides

25 Hidden Gems in Florence, Italy to Seek Out on Your Trip

April 10, 2025

Go beyond the frescoes—discover the design-driven hidden gems in Florence Italy. Florence may be best known for its blockbuster Renaissance hits—Michelangelo’s[...]

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Florence, Italy
Italy Where to Eat

20 Best Restaurants in Florence, Italy: A Curated Guide

April 8, 2025

Looking for where to eat in Florence? These are the best restaurants in Florence, Italy for traditional Florentine fare and beyond. Florence is a city built on tradi[...]

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Florence, Italy
Europe Italy Travel Guides

12 Most Beautiful Views in Florence, Italy

April 4, 2025

Looking for the best view in Florence, Italy? From secret gardens to sky-high towers, here’s where to find the city’s most breathtaking perspectives. Florence doe[...]

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Castelmezzano & Pietrapertosa, Basilicata, Italy
Italy Travel Guides

A Complete Guide to Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa, Italy

April 1, 2025

On a sunny, early spring day, I decided to make the short drive from my home in Ostuni, Puglia, to explore Castelmezzano and Pietrapertosa, two villages tucked into the[...]

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Naples, Italy
Italy Where to Eat

The Best Restaurants in Naples, Italy: Where to Eat

March 29, 2025

Discover the best restaurants in Naples, Italy—where bold flavors, local traditions, and unforgettable meals go far beyond just pizza. Naples is one of those cities[...]

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Puglia, Italy
Italy Lifestyle Puglia

11 Best Beach Clubs in Puglia, Italy

March 20, 2025

Looking for the best beach clubs in Puglia? Here are my top picks. With its dramatic cliffs, golden sand coves, and impossibly clear waters, Puglia’s coastline is[...]

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Naples, Italy
Food Italy Where to Eat

Self-Guided Naples Pizza Tour: The Best Pizza in Naples

March 18, 2025

Thinking about heading out on a Naples pizza tour? Here are my recommendations for the best pizza in Naples, Italy so you can create your own, self-guided pizza tour of[...]

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Naples, Italy
Accommodation Italy

Where to Stay in Naples, Italy: Best Areas & Hotels

March 14, 2025

Not sure where to stay in Naples, Italy? Here's my take on the best area to stay in Naples, Italy and my top picks for luxury and boutique hotels in each. After spen[...]

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Naples, Italy
Italy Travel Guides

14 Must-Visit Beaches In and Near Naples, Italy

March 11, 2025

Looking for where to lay down a towel on a trip to Naples? These are the best beaches in (and around) Naples, Italy. Naples, with its chaotic charm, ancient history,[...]

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Italy Travel Guides

3 Days in Naples Itinerary: The Insider’s Guide

March 5, 2025

Looking for the perfect 3 day Naples itinerary for a long weekend in the Campania city? Keep reading... Naples is a city of contrasts—gritty yet grand, chaotic yet[...]

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Dubrovnik, Croatia certainly has its fair share of beautiful beaches. Here are some of the best to bookmark for your trip this summer. 

-Banje Beach
-Donje Celo Beach on Koločep Island
-Sveti Jakov Beach
-Vrbica Beach
-Pasjača Beach

For the full list, the guide is on the blog and includes many hidden gems I found on my most recent trip. 

#dubrovnik #dubrovnikonmymind #dubrovnikcroatia
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Dubrovnik, Croatia certainly has its fair share of beautiful beaches. Here are some of the best to bookmark for your trip this summer. -Banje Beach -Donje Celo Beach on Koločep Island -Sveti Jakov Beach -Vrbica Beach -Pasjača Beach For the full list, the guide is on the blog and includes many hidden gems I found on my most recent trip. #dubrovnik #dubrovnikonmymind #dubrovnikcroatia
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The best things to do in Cartagena, Colombia, one of my all time favorite Latin destinations. SAVE THIS if you’re planning a trip there soon. 

- Explore the historic, walled center
- Dance salsa at Havana and explore Getsemani
- Sample the coffee scene
- Have a coffee at a bookstore
- Sample the street food
- Head to a rooftop bar for sunset

What would you do first? 

#cartagenacolombia #cartagenadeindias #cartagena
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The best things to do in Cartagena, Colombia, one of my all time favorite Latin destinations. SAVE THIS if you’re planning a trip there soon. - Explore the historic, walled center - Dance salsa at Havana and explore Getsemani - Sample the coffee scene - Have a coffee at a bookstore - Sample the street food - Head to a rooftop bar for sunset What would you do first? #cartagenacolombia #cartagenadeindias #cartagena
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From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
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From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
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Spend one day in Siena. 

Siena, Italy, is a charming medieval city nestled in the heart of Tuscany, known for its well-preserved Gothic architecture and the stunning Piazza del Campo, where the famous Palio horse race takes place. 

Just about an hour and a half from Florence by car or bus, it makes for a perfect day trip filled with art, history, and panoramic views. 

You can explore the magnificent Siena Cathedral, stroll the narrow cobblestone streets, and enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine in a more relaxed setting than Florence.

Of you’re visiting Italy or Tuscany this year, make sure to add one day here into your itinerary. The one day guide to Siena is now live. 

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Spend one day in Siena. Siena, Italy, is a charming medieval city nestled in the heart of Tuscany, known for its well-preserved Gothic architecture and the stunning Piazza del Campo, where the famous Palio horse race takes place. Just about an hour and a half from Florence by car or bus, it makes for a perfect day trip filled with art, history, and panoramic views. You can explore the magnificent Siena Cathedral, stroll the narrow cobblestone streets, and enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine in a more relaxed setting than Florence. Of you’re visiting Italy or Tuscany this year, make sure to add one day here into your itinerary. The one day guide to Siena is now live. #sienaitaly
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As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
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As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. #pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
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Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
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Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. #montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
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Dubrovnik, Croatia certainly has its fair share of beautiful beaches. Here are some of the best to bookmark for your trip this summer. 

-Banje Beach
-Donje Celo Beach on Koločep Island
-Sveti Jakov Beach
-Vrbica Beach
-Pasjača Beach

For the full list, the guide is on the blog and includes many hidden gems I found on my most recent trip. 

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Dubrovnik, Croatia certainly has its fair share of beautiful beaches. Here are some of the best to bookmark for your trip this summer. -Banje Beach -Donje Celo Beach on Koločep Island -Sveti Jakov Beach -Vrbica Beach -Pasjača Beach For the full list, the guide is on the blog and includes many hidden gems I found on my most recent trip. #dubrovnik #dubrovnikonmymind #dubrovnikcroatia
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The best things to do in Cartagena, Colombia, one of my all time favorite Latin destinations. SAVE THIS if you’re planning a trip there soon. 

- Explore the historic, walled center
- Dance salsa at Havana and explore Getsemani
- Sample the coffee scene
- Have a coffee at a bookstore
- Sample the street food
- Head to a rooftop bar for sunset

What would you do first? 

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The best things to do in Cartagena, Colombia, one of my all time favorite Latin destinations. SAVE THIS if you’re planning a trip there soon. - Explore the historic, walled center - Dance salsa at Havana and explore Getsemani - Sample the coffee scene - Have a coffee at a bookstore - Sample the street food - Head to a rooftop bar for sunset What would you do first? #cartagenacolombia #cartagenadeindias #cartagena
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From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
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From the archives: sunny beach days on the Riviera Maya.
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Spend one day in Siena. 

Siena, Italy, is a charming medieval city nestled in the heart of Tuscany, known for its well-preserved Gothic architecture and the stunning Piazza del Campo, where the famous Palio horse race takes place. 

Just about an hour and a half from Florence by car or bus, it makes for a perfect day trip filled with art, history, and panoramic views. 

You can explore the magnificent Siena Cathedral, stroll the narrow cobblestone streets, and enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine in a more relaxed setting than Florence.

Of you’re visiting Italy or Tuscany this year, make sure to add one day here into your itinerary. The one day guide to Siena is now live. 

#sienaitaly
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Spend one day in Siena. Siena, Italy, is a charming medieval city nestled in the heart of Tuscany, known for its well-preserved Gothic architecture and the stunning Piazza del Campo, where the famous Palio horse race takes place. Just about an hour and a half from Florence by car or bus, it makes for a perfect day trip filled with art, history, and panoramic views. You can explore the magnificent Siena Cathedral, stroll the narrow cobblestone streets, and enjoy authentic Tuscan cuisine in a more relaxed setting than Florence. Of you’re visiting Italy or Tuscany this year, make sure to add one day here into your itinerary. The one day guide to Siena is now live. #sienaitaly
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As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. 

For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. 

#pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
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As i seem to be on a roll with all the Tuscan villages, here are some snaps from Pienza, from the archives. For anyone heading to Tuscany, the Pienza travel guide is now live too. #pienza #pienzacittàdiluce #pienzatuscany #tuscanyitaly #toscanagram #tlpicks
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Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. 

Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. 

#montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
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Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems like it’s made for postcards- and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a mix of culture, scenery and gastronomy. Make sure this charming down deserves a spot on your Tuscany itinerary. My complete guide to Montepulciano, is now live. #montepulciano #montepulciano🍷 #tuscany #toscany #toscana #toscanabella #toscanagram
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