Thinking about visiting San Pancho, Mexico, and wondering where to stay? Here are the best San Pancho hotels to put on your radar. San Pancho, Mexico—officially called San Francisco, Nayarit—is one of those rare beach towns that feels almost untouched by time. Tucked along the Riviera Nayarit, it’s small, colorful, and packed w[...]
Having lived in Italy for the past few years, I've learned that some places don’t just meet expectations—they quietly, elegantly surpass them. Pienza, Italy, is one of those places. Located in the heart of the Val d’Orcia, this small Renaissance town isn't just beautiful; it's masterfully designed to be beautiful, the literal b[...]
Here’s how to spend the perfect day in Montepulciano, Italy—wine, views, and pasta included. Perched high in the hills of southern Tuscany, Montepulciano is a town that seems tailor-made for postcards—and wine labels. With its Renaissance architecture, panoramic views, and deep roots in winemaking, it offers a perfect blend of c[...]
Looking for the perfect Florence itinerary for an exquisite 3 days in the city? Keep reading... A living canvas of Renaissance genius and contemporary Italian creativity, Florence is layered with centuries of art, architecture, and exquisite craftsmanship. Every corner offers something to study: the curve of a dome, the way afternoon[...]
Looking for high-quality or specialty coffee in Florence? Here are the best cafes in Florence, Italy. Florence might be famous for its Renaissance art, Chianti wine, and gelato that borders on religious experience, but its coffee scene is undergoing a quiet little renaissance of its own. Between the centuries-old institutions wher[...]
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 David, the Uffizi, the Duomo—but look beyond the tourist crowds and gilded galleries, and you’ll find a quieter, more creative heartbeat pulsing through the city. Fro[...]
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 tradition. You see it in the architecture, in the art, and—perhaps most enduringly—in the food. Tuscan cuisine is defined by simplicity and seasonality, and Florence holds[...]
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 doesn’t just ask to be admired—it demands it. The Renaissance city rises from the Arno River like a perfectly aged Chianti: deep, rich, and complex, with layer upon laye[...]
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 Lucan Dolomites of Basilicata. Just over an hour from Matera and an hour and a half from Altamura in Puglia, this area makes for an easy and rewarding day trip if you wan[...]
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 that gets under your skin — loud, chaotic, intoxicating — and absolutely alive with flavor. It’s a city where meals still matter, where nonnas roll pasta behind fo[...]