Rimini is in the Emilia-Romagna region and was founded by Romans in 268 BC. It has over 15 km of beaches and is a popular seaside resort. Federico Fellini was born here, and the city is known for its nightlife and historic sites. It hasRead Post
15 fun things to do in Modena, Italy on a day trip
If you’re looking for experiences related to food, art, and cars in one city; then Modena is the right fit for you. The hometown of Luciano Pavarotti and Enzo Ferrari lies not far from Bologna in the Emilia Romagna region of Italy. Its small alleysRead Post
The Roma Pass: The Ultimate Guide on Whether it’s Worth the Money
Over 10 million tourists go to Rome each year, making the city Italy’s most popular destination. This means one thing: it’s crowded, especially in the high season. Booking tickets to major attractions or queuing for entry can waste your precious vacation time. So, is thereRead Post
4 days in Rome: itinerary with fun things to do and see
Wondering how to spend 4 days in Rome so you see as much of the sights as possible? I created this itinerary for my own trip and am sharing it with you! It’s a combination of lots of independent exploring and a couple of cool tours I took that allowed me to learn more about the city’s history and (food) culture. Read Post
Doing a Colosseum Underground Tour in Rome with Walks of Italy
I always thought I wasn’t big on tours of the educational kind. I like exploring places by myself and I always figure that if I want to know more, I’ll Google it later. Walks of Italy has proved me wrong. I took two walking toursRead Post
Visiting the Enzo Ferrari Museum in Modena in Italy
The Museum Enzo Ferrari Modena consists of a main hall and the completely restored workshop of Enzo Ferrari’s father. It showcases Ferrari cars and engines, dives into Ferrari’s movie history and tells visitors more about the life of Enzo Ferrari. Read Post
Visiting the Lamborghini Museum in Sant’Agata Bolognese
The Sant’ Agata Bolognese Lamborghini Museum near Bologna in Italy showcases a large collection of Lamborghini cars, as well as engines, videos and a ton of information. Make your Lamborghini visit complete with a Lamborghini factory tour and see how these beautiful cars are made. Even if you’re not a car fan, like me, it’s a fun place to visit. Read Post
75 fast facts about Italy that will surprise you
Did you know Italy is the country with the most UNESCO World Heritage Sites in the world? I’ve researched this and 70 other interesting facts about Italy and gathered them for you in this massive post. Check it out! Read Post
10 fun things to do in Parma, Italy in one day
The colorful town of Parma in the Emilia Romagna region of Italy is known for its music, medieval architecture, and impressive art. Yet, it’s even more famous for its traditions and food – the two specialties being Parmigiano Reggiano (cheese) and Prosciutto di Parma (ParmaRead Post
6 fun city day trips from Bologna (+ a special country!)
Architecture, fast cars, and amazing food – the region of Emilia Romagna in Italy has it all. And guess what? Unlike some other regions, it’s super easy to explore by train, especially if you choose the centrally located city of Bologna as your base. WhatRead Post
Things to do in Ferrara, Italy on a day trip
Smaller than Bologna, less known than Parma and Modena, Ferrara might not be the first place on your list when you’re traveling to the Emilia Romagna region in Italy and yet I love it. Why, you ask? Because there are plenty of things to doRead Post
Testing the Taste of Testaccio Food Tour in Rome, Italy
Taking a food tour is a great way to learn about local cuisine, to find out where the locals eat and to know how to avoid any tourist traps. I tried out the Taste of Testaccio Food Tour in Rome so I can tell you whether it’s a yaay or a nay. And? You’ll read that here! Read Post
Where to stay in Umbria – 7 beautiful Umbrian towns to visit
If you’re wondering where to go in Umbria, Italy, these 7 Umbrian towns are the answer. Think small alleys, flowers hanging from balconies and great views. They’re perfect for wandering around, taking photos and eating delicious Italian food. Read Post
Going on a Bologna Food Tour with Taste Bologna
The best coffee, the finest meat, real gelato and manually rolled pasta… Want to know where the great food stores and restaurants in Bologna, Italy are? Or what to eat where? Take a food tour and find out. That’s what I did! Read Post
17 things to do in Ravenna, Italy on a fun day trip
The city of Ravenna in the Emilia Romagna region of Italy is known for its early Christian and Byzantine mosaics. As most of the mosaics of Ravenna can be found inside historical buildings – of which 8 are UNESCO World Heritage sites- Ravenna is aRead Post
Visiting the little-known border town Gorizia in Italy
Gorizia is a small town in the Friuli-Venezia Giulia region of Italy where you can stand with one foot in Italy and with the other in Slovenia, where you can climb up to a castle, visit a palace and have a marvelous lunch. Obviously, I did all of that and a bit more on a sunfilled morning. Read Post
Food and fun things to do in charming little Grado, Friuli
The Comune di Grado in the Friuli region of Italy is a place to wind down. Also known as “The Sunny Island”, it has a completely southward facing beach, a lovely old town center and a beautiful little harbor with a great fish restaurant. Read Post
Having the Vatican Museums all to yourself… at night
I haven’t been to Rome yet, but it’s been on my list for quite some time now. I think the reason I haven’t gone yet is because I’m afraid it won’t live up to my expectations. How could those not be sky scraper high after readingRead Post