Ancient Spas and Picturesque Beaches: the Two Best Kept Local Secrets in Naples
Would you be surprised if I told you that there is a historic, natural, luxury spa in Naples? What if I told you that a Roman Caesar...
How to Eat in Italy like an Italian: 35 Etiquette Tips!
Everyone’s gotta eat—and the lucky ones will do it in Italy. After spending two summers in the bel paese, I’ve learned a lot about what...
How I Booked a Last Minute, Direct, Transatlantic Flight from Europe to the US for $401
It’s been a great summer here in Italy, filled with peaceful days on the beach, walks down cobblestone streets, and plenty of gelato and...
15 Tourist Mistakes to Avoid in Rome
With so much to see and do in Rome, it's almost certain that you will have an amazing stay in the Eternal City. However, with a few tips,...
Should I Tip in Italy? Hmm... kind of.
The short answer is: no, or just a little. The long answer is, sometimes it's a good idea, depending what you're doing. I'll explain. In...
Travel Sorrento Like a Local: the Guide to Everything You Need to Know about Sorrento
Within the metropolitan area of Naples, Sorrento is an accessible train ride away from the beautiful chaos that is Napoli. Famous for its...
Italy Safety Tips: 5 Ways to Travel Here Wisely
Italy is a beautiful country with amazing people. Monuments in major cities, spectacular natural sights in small beach towns, and...
Italy: the North vs. South Divide
A lot of people seem to talk about Italy like it’s one organized and unified country. Okay, maybe that’s because it technically is, but...
Festa dei Gigli: My Experience in Nola
Festa dei Gigli is a once-per-year festival in Nola, a province within the greater Naples area. The festival is recognized by UNESCO of...
10 Essential Italian Travel Phrases
As you may have figured out by now, Italians speak Italian. While you may already know words like "ciao", "grazie", or "arrivederci",...
