Tag: italy
Are gondola rides in Venice overrated?
Gondolas are to Venice what the Eiffel Tower is to Paris. The iconic boat rides don’t come cheap, which turns people off from the experience. Some people suggest that it’s worth it, and some believe it’s a tourist trap. In deciding whether or not gondola rides in Venice are overrated, you have to be aware…
Florence in one day
A friend recently asked me for recommendations on a day trip from Rome to Florence, and it hit me that I’ve never blogged about Florence even though it’s my second favorite city in Italy. Can you do Florence in one day? Absolutely. Should you? Absolutely not. Florence may not have some of the grandiosities you’ll…
How to get from the Milan Airport to Milan city center
In some cities, getting a cab or Uber from the airport is just a little more expensive than public transport and well worth the time and hassle you save yourself. That is not the case in Milan. Getting from either Milan airport to Milan city center can cost you upwards of 100 euros if you…
What makes a vacation amazing?
Being able to identify what makes a vacation amazing is a key element of travel blogging. In putting together itineraries or describing experiences, I think about the tips I might offer others that will maximize enjoyment and reduce hassle and inconvenience. But sometimes, a vacation is amazing for reasons you can’t quite describe or condense…
Day trip to Lake Como from Milan
Como has to be without a doubt one of the most beautiful places in Italy. The large tranquil lake is surrounded by the Alps and offers dramatic scenic views from the lake itself and from above. If you happen to be nearby in Milan, doing a day trip out there should be a must-do. If…
Taking a pasta-making class in Milan
There’s almost nothing as comforting as a rich, hearty plate of pasta. No other cuisine in the world is as well-known or widespread as Italian cuisine. I have to admit though, having been to more than a handful of cities in Italy, I found that even highly rated restaurants often serve mediocre, bland pasta. So…
