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Buon Appetito! Top Foods in Rome that Every Traveler Must Sample

By / March 28, 2023

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If you’ve ever had an honest-to-goodness Italian meal, then you know why Italy has a reputation for having some of the most mouthwatering food in the world. And no trip would be complete without a proper introduction to the best foods in Rome!

Here, I’m going to take you through a full meal — so when you arrive, you’ll know which foods you should be ready to order. Buon appetito!

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3 Ways to Day Trip to Pompeii from Rome

By / August 22, 2022

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Pompeii is a city frozen — or rather, seared — in time. And if you are a history enthusiast, or just want a glimpse into what real life was like for the average Roman 2,000 years ago, it’s very much worth it to plan a visit.

If you are already in Rome (or nearby), I highly recommend making the day trip to Pompeii. It’s fascinating and very worth the little extra effort to get there. Here are 3 ways you could do it – choose the one that best fits your travel style!

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Best Walks In Rome to Experience La Dolce Vita

By / February 21, 2024

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While Rome may be a big, loud, and busy city — with animated conversations, bustling cafes, scooters zipping by — it is also a city best savored at a slower pace.

A traveler who walks in Rome is someone who forges a kind of intimacy with this extraordinary place that has so much to offer the senses.

Here’s a sampling of my favorite walks in Rome.

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View of St. Peter's Square from the Dome.

Make the Most of Your Visit to the Vatican 

By / July 22, 2022

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As a certified Rome travel expert who specializes in designing custom itineraries for independent travelers, what I have found is that any visit to the Vatican requires a certain kind of preparation to really get the most out of it. Not complicated, but intentional. This is not a destination that is well suited for “winging it.” When travelers do that, they often wind up stressed, exhausted, and lost in lines and crowds.

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Canopo at Hadrian's Villa

12 Delightful Day Trips from Rome Within 2 Hours Reach

By / February 22, 2022

12 Delightful Day Trips from Rome Within 2 Hours Reach Read More

There’s no question that the city of Rome and all of its must-see sights could keep a curious traveler occupied and enthralled for weeks. But if you’re looking for a breather in the middle of your Roman holiday, Italy’s awesome public transport makes day trips from Rome an easy choice that can add so much richness to your trip.

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Christmas tree in front of the Roman Colosseum in Rome, Italy

Best Places to Enjoy the Holiday Season in Europe

By / February 22, 2022

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Traveling during the holiday season is something I think everyone should do at least once. In cities and towns of various sizes, you’ll see the local people spilling out into the streets each night, shopping, eating, drinking, singing, dancing, and socializing. And as a visitor, you’re warmly invited to mix with the locals and join the party.

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Italy’s Green Pass and What It’s Like to Travel in Italy Right Now

By / February 22, 2022

Italy’s Green Pass and What It’s Like to Travel in Italy Right Now Read More

If you’ve been following my blog, you could probably already tell, I’m passionate about good, smart, and efficient travel. Each custom itinerary I craft is thoroughly researched. So, to best serve my clients (and blog readers!), I made my way over to Italy. The goal was to experience for myself how Italy’s Green Pass worked in practice and to generally discover what the realities of traveling looks like now, in the COVID-era.

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