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Valletta, Malta
Malta Where to Eat

11 Best Restaurants in Valletta, Malta

February 27, 2025

Looking for where to eat in Valletta? These are the best restaurants in Valletta, Malta from fine dining to casual gems. Valletta is a city that never fails to impre[...]

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Puglia, Italy
Europe Italy Puglia Travel Tips & Tricks

Driving in Puglia: Everything You Need to Know

February 26, 2025

Driving in Puglia is an adventure—one that’s both exhilarating and, at times, utterly perplexing. If you’ve ever driven in Italy before, you might think you know w[...]

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Krakow, Poland
Europe Poland Travel Guides

3 Day Krakow Itinerary: Best Things to Do

February 23, 2025

Planning a 3 day Krakow itinerary and wondering about the best things to do? Keep reading to uncover my recommendations after countless visits to the old Polish capital.[...]

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Salento, Puglia, Italy
Europe Italy Puglia Travel Guides

15 Most Beautiful Beaches in Salento, Puglia

February 19, 2025

If you're looking for the best beaches in Salento, Puglia, Italy you're in the right place. Read on for all my local recommendations as a Puglia local. I can’t bel[...]

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Gallipoli, Puglia
Italy Puglia Travel Guides

Best Things to Do in Gallipoli: An Insider Travel Guide

February 14, 2025

Gallipoli, Italy is one of those places that surprises you. A fortified old town floating on the Ionian Sea, connected to the mainland by a 16th-century bridge, it feels[...]

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Grottaglie, Puglia
Italy Puglia Travel Guides

A Guide to Grottaglie: The Ceramics Heart of Puglia

February 11, 2025

Grottaglie Puglia is the region's ceramics capital, a town shaped by centuries of craft and tradition. Perched on the edge of Taranto’s red earth countryside, it’s a[...]

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Monopoli, Puglia
Europe Italy Puglia Travel Guides

The 13 Best Beaches in Monopoli, Puglia

February 8, 2025

Looking for the best beaches in Monopoli Puglia? Here are the best beaches near Monopoli from a Puglia expat. Monopoli’s coastline is one of the most stunning in[...]

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Altamura, Puglia
Italy Puglia Travel Guides

The Complete Guide to Altamura, Puglia, Italy

February 4, 2025

Looking to visit Altamura, Puglia? Keep reading to discover everything you need to know to visit the beautiful town. Altamura is one of those places in Puglia that do[...]

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Ostuni, Italy
Italy Puglia Where to Eat

12 Best Restaurants in Ostuni, Puglia

January 28, 2025

Uncover the best restaurants in Ostuni, from an Ostuni local. Located in the heart of Puglia’s sun-soaked countryside, Ostuni has been my home for the last two yea[...]

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Procida, Italy
Europe Italy Travel Guides

The Best Beaches on Procida Island, Italy

January 24, 2025

Wandering where to throw down a towel on Procida? These are the best beaches in Procida, Italy. Procida, the smallest and perhaps most understated of the three islan[...]

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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. 

#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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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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