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9 hidden gems of Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter

Posted on October 24, 2023

The Gothic Quarter, or Barri Gòtic in Catalan, is a neighborhood rich in history and full of historical monuments and must-see sites. Dating back to the year 133 BC, the land that the Gothic Quarter sits on today is where the Romans first settled and built. By the 2nd Century,… Read More

3 Active Volcanoes in Italy

Posted on October 20, 2023

Most people don’t think of volcanoes when they think of Italy, but believe it or not, Italy is the only European country with active volcanoes! With over twelve volcanoes, it’s home to some of the most dangerous in the entire world. The three main active volcanoes in Italy are Etna,… Read More

Avoid Losing your Italian Goodies to Customs

Posted on October 18, 2023

Your Italian adventure has come to an end and you managed to snatch up plenty of souvenirs along the way. For American travelers, the moment after a long flight arrives when you must fill out your customs form to re-enter the USA. You hesitate on the “goods to declare” section, and… Read More

Emperor Nero

Posted on October 11, 2023

7 fun facts and a brief look at Nero Depending on what you’ve heard about Nero, you might not think there can be any “fun facts” about him. But, you would be mistaken. Emperor Nero was the last emperor in the Julio-Claudian dynasty. He was born in A.D. 37, became… Read More

Guanciale vs Pancetta vs Bacon

Posted on October 6, 2023

Make no mistake about it, Italians love their bacon as much as Americans! You will often see them head out to their local butcher and stock up, especially if they’re making some of their favorite dishes such as bucatini all’amatriciana or spaghetti alla carbonara. There is one key ingredient to such loved Italian… Read More

Nude Beaches in Italy

Posted on October 3, 2023

When you think about Italy, you may think of beautiful Italian coastal beaches with picturesque hidden coves. But what you might not know is that there is nearly one nude beach in every coastal city in Italy. Italians hold very progressive views about nudity and sex, much more than Americans,… Read More

12 Homes of Celebrities in Italy

Posted on September 27, 2023

Italy is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. The country is known for its fashion, vineyards, architecture, and cuisine. While in Italy, you can visit Venice, the city of canals, or you can visit Rome and see where the gladiators fought. In fact, numerous celebrities throughout the… Read More

Is Fettuccine Alfredo Really Italian?

Posted on September 19, 2023

Let’s be honest, while filling our stomachs with the delectably rich and creamy sauce covered pasta we know of as Fettuccine Alfredo, we have all believed that we were eating authentic Italian pasta. Now let’s be really honest: some of us have even stated out loud that we would love… Read More

11 Pompeii Highlights

Posted on September 15, 2023

Pompeii was a city near what is now Naples. Archaeologists believe it was originally founded in the 7th or 6th century BC. It was destroyed in 79 AD when the volcano, Mt. Vesuvius, erupted. Tons of volcanic ash buried the city, and it was lost for 1500 years. In 1599,… Read More

15 Fun Facts About Rome

Posted on September 13, 2023

Rome captures the hearts of 7-10 million tourists every year. The Eternal City is bursting with history, art, and delicious food. Having been in the spotlight for centuries, you would think all of Rome’s secrets had been revealed. But there are lots of lesser-known details about the city that you may… Read More