If you’re looking for a city that gives you a little bit of everything: ancient history, coastal chill, good food and a few “wait, am I really standing on a volcano?” moments…then Catania is your spot. It’s messy in the best way: loud markets, busy piazzas, locals chatting over espresso and Mount Etna majestic sights…
Category: City Breaks
Rome: A Walk Through History
Day 3 Morning ✨ Antico Forno Fontana di Trevi The perfect start to the day! Delicious cornetti, un caffe and the stunning view of Fontana Di Trevi Address: Via delle Muratte 11-12 Cost: €9 ✨ Fontana di Trevi Hidden in the heart of Rome, the Fontana di Trevi isn’t just a fountain—it’s a masterpiece, a…
Rome: Vatican City
Day 2 Morning ✨ Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Visiting the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel is a profound experience that requires careful planning, especially during the 2025 Jubilee Year. To fully appreciate the masterpieces within, it’s essential to book your tickets well in advance. Opting for the earliest time slot allows you to…
Rome: Ancient Rome & the Historic Core
Day 1 Morning ✨ Colosseum Start your day early to beat the crowds. Dive into the stories of gladiators and emperors in this iconic amphitheatre. Stepping into the Colosseum is like traveling back in time to the heart of ancient Rome – a place where gladiators once battled, emperors watched from their grand seats, and…
3-Day Rome Itinerary: Explore the Eternal City with Ease
Rome, the Eternal City, captivates visitors with its unparalleled blend of ancient history, breathtaking art, and lively street culture. This year, the city anticipates welcoming over 32 million pilgrims for the Jubilee Holy Year, significantly amplifying its usual vibrancy. To help you navigate Rome’s wonders amidst the anticipated crowds, I’ve crafted a 3-day itinerary…
A Perfect Stay at the Douglas Hotel, Isle of Arran: A Gateway to Island Adventures
On our recent visit to the Isle of Arran, we had the pleasure of staying at the Douglas Hotel, a charming and strategically located gem right by the ferry terminal in Brodick. From the moment we stepped off the boat, it was clear that this hotel was perfectly positioned to serve as the ultimate base…
Naples: The Neapolitan Spirit
Forget the postcard-perfect piazzas of other Italian cities. Naples simmers with a different kind of charm, a vibrant energy that’s more like a bubbling pot of ragù than a still life. Imagine it: a soffritto of carrots, celery, and onions, sizzling whole cuts of meat plump San Marzano tomatoes – all simmering for hours, the flavours intensifying…
Naples: A Culinary Adventure
No exploration of Naples is complete without indulging in some delicious food. These dishes are typical of Naples and a must-try while in the city: Here’s my recommendations: For Breakfast Italian Style: Gambrinus For Pizza: Pizzeria Attanasio For Sfogliatelle: Sfogliate & Sfogliatelle For Gelato: Mennella For a restaurant on the Lungomare: Antonio & Antonio For the…
Naples: Discovering the City
Naples is a city that’s best experienced with a combination of local knowledge and self-discovery. To get the most out of my trip, I enlisted the help of Vincenzo & Giulia, who provided invaluable insights into the city’s hidden gems. Together we visited: The Galleria Borbonica – we descended into the underbelly of Naples and explored the historic…
Naples: A Walk Through Time
In the 8th century BC, on the windswept cliffs overlooking the sparkling Mediterranean, a siren song drifted on the salty breeze. Legend whispers it belonged to Parthenope, a mythical creature who lured sailors to their doom. But the truth was far less fantastical. Here, on the Pizzofalcone hill, Greek colonists from nearby Cumae built a…
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