Moving to Rome!
One of my favorite places in Rome, especially at sunset, is atop the Passagiata del Pincio, overlooking the Roman skyline. I used a photo I took... Read more →
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Milan Cathedral: Statue of St. Bartholomew… Flayed Alive!
If you’ve ever been to Milan Cathedral, you’ve probably noticed the statue of St. Bartholomew in the right transept. He’s hard to miss,... Read more →
Travel Quote: Teetering In The Unknown
Do you agree? Find more travel quotes and original photo art in the... Read more →
Milan’s “Living Room”: Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II
Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II is one of the most iconic places in Milan, Italy, and rightly so! Ever since it was completed in 1867, proud... Read more →
Eating on a Budget in Italy
A trip to Italy isn’t complete without one thing: good food. Pasta, pizza, gelato, wine – there’s so much to taste and so little time! What... Read more →
My 7 Favorite Travel Essentials to Always Pack
I’m often asked what to pack for a trip to Italy. Though the list is long (you can find it in my e-book, “Planning Your Dream Trip To... Read more →
RECIPE: Pizzoccheri della Valtellina, an Italian Alpine Tradition
A few years ago, I was traveling through Lake Como and made friends with some of the ferry workers. One day, they suggested I try this little... Read more →
Milan: The Abbey at Chiaravalle
It took me over five months, after moving to Milan last year, to make it out to the Abbey at Chiaravalle. I’m not sure why - it’s a simple,... Read more →
Find A Better Connection
On a trip to Italy five years ago, I discovered what has become one of my favorite vacation activities: hiking (in other words, wandering around the... Read more →
Italy’s Best Piazzas
What's your favorite piazza in Italy for people-watching while sipping a glass of wine? Let's plan your dream trip to Italy together - find out... Read more →