Swim, sunbathe, and escape to the best beaches in Hydra, Greece—from local swim spots to remote, boat-accessed coves. Hydra’s appeal lies in its deliberate simplicity—no cars, no airports, and no overdevelopment. It’s long been a hideaway for artists, writers, and now, a new wave of fashion insiders and creatives who appreciat[...]
Find out where to stay in Hydra with my curated list of the best hotels in Hydra, Greece. A siren of the Saronic Gulf, Hydra has long lured aesthetes, writers, and wanderers to its sun-splashed shores. With its stone mansions stacked like a Cubist dream above a horseshoe harbor, and donkeys clip-clopping along narrow lanes where cars[...]
Find out what it's like staying at Mandraki Beach Resort, Hydra, Greece. Of all the places I’ve stayed in Greece, none have felt quite as cinematic—or secluded—as Mandraki Beach Resort on Hydra. Tucked into a quiet cove on an island famously free of cars and clocks, Mandraki, one of the island's three 5-star hotels, is the kind[...]
Wondering where to stay in Hvar island? From glamorous harbor hotels to hidden coastal villas, here's your ultimate guide to the island’s best bases. If there’s one place in Croatia that truly lives up to the hype, it's Hvar Island. With its crystalline coves, lavender-scented hillsides, and a glittering harbor packed with yachts,[...]
From seaside grills to family-run taverns, here are the best restaurants in Hvar, beyond just the buzz of Hvar Town. Hvar might be known for its party scene and glitzy beach clubs, but spend a little time here and you'll quickly realize there's much more simmering beneath the surface — especially when it comes to food. Yes, the isla[...]
Escape the crowds and uncover the timeless charm of Stari Grad, Hvar’s quieter, culture-rich side. There’s no doubt that Hvar has earned its reputation as one of Croatia’s most dazzling islands—sun-drenched, full of glamour, and backed by centuries of layered history. From the clinking cocktail glasses in Hvar Town’s high-en[...]
The most stunning beaches on Hvar—revealed. With a reputation that straddles both glitz and off-grid allure, Hvar Island isn’t exactly a secret—but its beaches still hold plenty of them. Imagine secluded coves where the water is so clear it disappears under your toes, pine-fringed bays that smell like summer itself, and sun-blea[...]
Tucked away in the quiet town of Caserta, just north of Naples, lies one of Italy’s most jaw-dropping and criminally underrated royal residences: the Royal Palace of Caserta (Reggia di Caserta). Imagine Versailles, but with fewer crowds and a distinctly Italian flair—marble for miles, endless symmetrical gardens, fountains that e[...]
From Roman ruins to rooftop bars, here are the best things to do in Verona, Italy, to experience Verona like a well-informed local. Verona is often thought of as just the city of Romeo and Juliet, but spend even a day here and you’ll quickly see it’s a lot more than that. It’s compact and easy to explore, but packed with history[...]
Planning your trip and wondering where to eat in Verona? From cozy osterias serving slow-cooked local classics to elegant spots with wine lists the size of encyclopedias, this guide to the best restaurants in Verona has you covered. Verona might be best known as the backdrop for Shakespeare’s star-crossed lovers, but its charm goes[...]