Planning a trip to Siena? This first-timer’s guide shares the best things to do, including Duomo floor uncovering dates, parking tips, and standout osterias.
A first-timer’s guide to the best things to do in Sardinia, including Cala Goloritzè, La Maddalena boat trips, Alghero’s old town, and Costa Smeralda beaches.
A curated Northern Sardinia road trip from Olbia to Alghero, with Costa Smeralda beaches, the Baunei Coast, and the Gulf of Orosei. Designed for an unhurried first visit.
Plan a trip to Costa Smeralda, Sardinia with curated picks for turquoise beaches, boutique hotels, La Maddalena day trips, and practical tips for timing, wind, and getting around.
Pienza, Italy is one of Tuscany’s most walkable and rewarding hill towns. This guide shares what makes it special, how long to stay, and why it’s the ideal base for exploring the Val d’Orcia.
Where to stay in Sardinia for the best beaches, towns, and day trips. Based on 3 weeks of travel, this first-timer’s guide covers Costa Smeralda, Baunei Coast, Alghero, and more.
The perfect 10-day Tuscany itinerary for first-time visitors. A geography-smart guide to 7 days in the countryside (Val d’Orcia, Siena, San Gimignano) and 3 days in Florence, including our favorite boutique stays.
Explore Montalcino, Italy, with this curated guide to Brunello tastings, the Rocca fortress, medieval streets, scenic viewpoints, boutique stays, wine bars, and favorite restaurants.
Val d’Orcia, Italy: a postcard-perfect valley of rolling hills, hilltop villages, cypress-lined roads, Renaissance towns, wines & slow Tuscan living — your complete guide to where to stay, eat, and explore.
Explore the best of San Gimignano, Tuscany — from its medieval towers and UNESCO-listed center to standout hotels, wineries, and things to do, plus tips for visiting and easy day trips from Florence.
Planning where to stay in Tuscany? Discover the best towns, countryside bases, and boutique hotels for a 1-2 week trip, from San Gimignano and Siena to the rolling hills of Val d’Orcia.
Discover the best of Florence, Italy — from the iconic Duomo and Ponte Vecchio to artisan shops, boutique hotels, and unforgettable food experiences.
Where to stay in Florence — Centro Storico, Santa Croce, Oltrarno — with curated hotels and apartments by vibe, budget, and travel style.
My full review of testing a Holafly eSIM in England, France, and Italy and why Holafly is my preferred eSIM when traveling in Europe.
Your guide to visiting Matera, Italy — the City of Caves.