With nearly 1,800 kilometers of coastline, it’s no surprise that Portugal boasts many of Europe’s most appealing beaches. A quick Google search will turn up no end of picturesque seascapes and guides to the country’s most spectacular sandy spots. While Read more…
A journey to Italy isn’t complete without exploring the timeless brilliance of the Eternal City. The city’s nickname originated from ancient Romans, who believed that Rome would always be a powerhouse while other cities and empires would rise and fall. Read more…
A trip to Europe during the winter means cheaper airfare, fewer crowds, and off-season pricing, so if you’re on a budget, traveling during the colder months is a no brainer. Whether you’re looking to go skiing, explore some museums, or Read more…
Before you a magnificent spread, the essential vacation splurge food groups: fresh bread, pecorino, coppa, perhaps something leafy and green to assuage any fleeting remnants of guilt. And of course, a bottle or two of wine to tie it all Read more…
One of the quickest ways to find yourself in a disappointing tourist trap vs. an amazing local gem is to disregard the fierce loyalties to regional specialties that continue to define Italian cuisine. A plate of pesto or ragu Bolognese Read more…
“Trova” translates to “find”; maybe that’s a prosciutto and melon picnic overlooking the Mediterranean, uncorking a 2007 super Tuscan by candlelight, an unexpected friendship forged on a Vespa, or simply dolce far niente- the sweetness of doing nothing. By all Read more…
One of the biggest draws of travel is trying new or classic foods, and Italy is an absolute mecca for foodies as the motherland of pasta, pizza, gelato, and more. Nothing says authenticity quite like trying a dish in the Read more…
Nerano is a sleepy town just south of Sorrento on Italy’s Amalfi Coast. Where streets barely allow the passing of two cars and restaurants are disguised as homes. Tables shoved together under open bay windows are the only indication someone Read more…