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Best things to do in Montserrat

Posted on October 25, 2021

Just 50 km from Barcelona, the Montserrat mountain range is a great day trip! This beautiful region has a variety of things to do when visiting, especially if you love the outdoors. Keep reading to learn about this popular destination and why it’s a great getaway for a day trip… Read More

The ultimate guide to celebrating Christmas in Rome

Posted on October 21, 2021

Christmas in Rome is celebrated from December 8th to January 6th. As you would expect, the celebrations center around the churches and particularly the Vatican. As an important time for the family, many businesses and attractions are closed or have reduced schedules, particularly on the public holidays: December 8th, December… Read More

5 amazing things to do in Venice in 2022

Posted on October 19, 2021

If Venice is on your bucket list, there may never be a better time to visit. With tourism numbers not expected to return to pre-pandemic level before 2024, grab the chance to see Venice with fewer crowds and enjoy some uniquely Venetian experiences. Here are five of our favorite… Read More

Where can I get a COVID test in Rome?

Posted on October 12, 2021

If you need a negative test to travel, it’s pretty easy to get a COVID test in Rome. The most common COVID tests are molecular (PCR) tests and rapid antigen tests. Check with your airline which kind of test you need and when you should take it. Though antigen… Read More

How to make traditional Italian limoncello?

Posted on October 7, 2021

What is limoncello? If you’ve ever been to the Amalfi Coast, you’ll know exactly what limoncello is. Lemon trees grow along the streets of the picturesque towns. You’ll see shops full of this delicious lemony liqueur, many of which offer tastings and a peek into their distillation process. There’ll be… Read More

How to get from Venice Airport to Venice City

Posted on October 7, 2021

If you are flying into Venice Marco Polo Airport, there are several ways you can get to the island. The following list of transportation options will help you pick the one that best fits your needs based on travel time, cost, and convenience. Taxi Cost: €70-80 Time: 25 minutes The… Read More

How to get to Pompeii from Rome?

Posted on September 23, 2021

There is nowhere else on earth like the sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum, preserved by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Understandably, millions of visitors visit the larger site of Pompeii each year, many of them taking a day trip down from Rome. The trip isn’t short, but… Read More

Why is Da Vinci’s Last Supper so famous?

Posted on September 22, 2021

You've undoubtedly heard of The Last Supper. But how much do you really know about Da Vinci's second most famous painting? Read More

10 cafes in Paris not to be missed

Posted on September 15, 2021

The Parisian Cafe is an institution, functional, beautiful, iconic and intrinsic to city life here in Paris, the cafe is more than just a place to get a drink or a meal. Once the chairs and tables that line the boulevards of France’s capital were the meeting places of… Read More

How to get from Heathrow Airport to the center of London?

Posted on July 20, 2021

Flying to London? Getting to central London from Heathrow is pretty simple. Here are the best ways to suit your group size, budget, and schedule. Heathrow Shuttle Fast, reliable, and simple. Taking just 15 minutes to Paddington station and leaving every 15-20 minutes, this is the speediest way to get… Read More