There’s something surreal about seeing relics of thousands of years of Roman history sitting right next to common retail stores. Growing up, we probably all learned bits and pieces of the city’s history or saw the dramatized version on TV – maybe it was the gladiator fights in the ancient Colosseum or the military might of the Roman Empire. Either way, I don’t think anything fully prepares you for seeing all the city has to offer in terms of history and culture. After having visited, I can fully see why this is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world. While some might consider it overhyped, Rome is…

When you think of Tuscany, you probably think of lush rolling hills, wine-tasting, and its capital – Florence! This region in Central Italy has a wide range of landscapes from mountains and beaches to Chianti’s olive groves & vineyards. And of course, you can’t forget about the medieval towns scattered throughout the countryside or bigger cities like Pisa (yes, THAT Pisa with the Leaning Tower!). In this guide for the perfect day trip from Florence, you’ll not only get to see towns filled with history and culture but also taste test wines in Chianti hills! Tuscany Day Trip – Tour Initially, my mom and I had so many places in…

I really think there is no other city quite like Venice (that I’ve visited at least!). While I’ve heard plenty of negative stories about this city, I personally loved it! The gondolas gliding through the waterways, small alleys, and majestic sunsets over the Grand Canal made the city feel like a dream. That being said, there’s more to this city than just souvenir shops, tourists, and gondolas. Venice has hundreds of years of history behind it, and the remnants can really be seen around Piazza San Marco. It’s not the biggest city, so I think you can easily fit in the highlights in just one day. However, you can find…