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…
Category: City Breaks
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…
Naples: The Heart of Southern Italy
For years, Naples has been a dream destination – a chance to visit my friend Vincenzo, witness a legendary football match at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona, and indulge in authentic pizza. But soon discovered that Naples is so much more. This vibrant city pulsates with history, from its ancient Greek origins to its role as a…
A Weekend Wander Through Edinburgh’s Cobbled Charms
Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is a city steeped in history and legend. From the towering Edinburgh Castle to the cobbled streets of the Old Town, it’s a place that captures the imagination. So for my birthday this year I decided to take a tour around its cobbled streets and soak up its charm. There…
Discovering Puglia: Polignano a Mare
When travelling to Puglia one of the destinations on everyone’s lips is Polignano a Mare. Since I was heading to Puglia this summer, I was looking forward to spend some time discovering this place and see what the fuss is all about! Without a doubt the main attraction and what probably makes this place famous…
What else to do in Venice: Murano & Burano
While in Venice, make sure to visit the islands of Murano and Burano. We took the vaporetto line 4.1 from San Zaccaria just off Piazza San Marco which takes approx. 40min to get to Murano. Don’t forget to be camera ready when leaving the dock as the journey offers charming views of the piazza from…
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