The Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, or the Florence Duomo, is the most notable landmark in Florence. Its unmissable dome and its white, green, and pink geometric patterned façade dominate the city’s skyline,... Read More
You could spend Christmas at home like every other year, or you could experience something totally new and try spending Christmas in Rome! Rome is a beautiful city with a plethora of monuments to visit and explore including The Pantheon, The Roman Forum & the catacombs. Amazing at any time of year but can... Read More
Fairy lights, the aroma of mulled wine, tasty sweets, handcrafts, and roasted chestnuts. My memory floods back to the first Christmas Market I ever visited in Europe when I think about these particular sights, tastes,... Read More
Don’t let the change in seasons as we roll out of summer and into autumn bring you down. In Tuscany, as the leaves change color, some of the country’s best Italian food festivals take place. From September to November... Read More
The Festa Major de la Barceloneta is soon upon us, and if you are looking for things to do in Barcelona in September, this should definitely be on the itinerary. Barcelona in September abounds with festivals, the largest of which is undoubtedly La Merce. But, if you’re after an equally raucous festival with a more local feel, then turn your attention to the beachfront neighborhood. Here, for several days the locals celebrate their patron... Read More