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

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

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? You’re wondering what to see in Ferrara should Read Post

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 a Read Post

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 more famous for its traditions and food – the two specialties being Parmigiano Reggiano (cheese) and Prosciutto di Parma (Parma ham) Read Post

Rimini is mostly-known as a summer beach destination in the Emilia Romagna region of Italy but the city has so much more to offer. Head toward the old historic center and you’ll find there are plenty of things to do in Rimini. Want to know Read Post

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 alleys Read Post

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. What Read Post

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

Sipping wine and enjoying bread pressed into smooth oils is just part of what one envisions when traveling to Tuscany, Italy. While relaxing with a glass of wine and fine bread selections that Tuscany offers sounds lovely, there is far more to do when you Read Post

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

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

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 tours with Read Post

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

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 beautiful photos and eating delicious Italian food. Read Post

A city built on over one hundred islands, Venice is a popular tourist destination in Italy. With the absence of roads and the abundance of canal waterways, the city offers a romantic and unique atmosphere. Pair romance with world renowned art and architecture and you Read Post

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

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

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 reading Read Post