How to plan the perfect one week Italy itinerary: Modena town centre

Insider Tips: How To Plan The Perfect One Week Italy Itinerary

Italy is truly one of the most amazing places to visit, with so much incredible history, art, culture and food. I’m sure you’ll love it here. But if you only have a week for your trip, seeing everything Italy has to offer can feel a bit overwhelming. Where do you even start planning with such…

Speak Italian Like A Local: Mastering the Italian word Magari

How to speak Italian like a local: Magari is All you need to know

Welcome to Speak Italian like a local, today we are talking about the Italian word “magari.” As you’re learning Italian, you’ll hear this one all the time in conversations and it can be tricky because it doesn’t have a direct translation, but its meaning depends on the context. So let me break it down for…

Italian Christmas Cakes: Pandoro

Italian Christmas Cakes: Useful facts You Need To Know

Have you ever tried panettone or pandoro before? Around the holidays in Italy, the whole country is filled with the sweet smells of those classic Italian Christmas cakes.  Nothing says Christmas here quite like panettone and pandoro taking center stage on every table. Families have their favorite bakeries they buy from each year, and I…

Christmas Market in Trentino Alto Adige (South Tyrol): beautiful setting with a Christmas tree and locals making polenta for stalls visitors

5 Charming Towns to Include in Your Trentino Alto Adige Christmas Market Itinerary

Have you ever been to any of the famous Christmas markets in Europe? They really get you in the holiday spirit. I know the ones in places like Prague, Vienna and Berlin are really popular. But I gotta tell you, Italy has some amazing Christmas markets too that you definitely don’t wanna miss.  Some of…

How to act like a local in Italy: Narrow alley in Vico del Gargano one of Italy's most beautiful town in Puglia.

The Ultimate guide to act like a local in Italy: 10 Tips By an Italian

As a native Italian blogger, I thought I’d share some of my insider knowledge on fitting in like a local. Now we all know Italians have a reputation for being a bit lax when it comes to following rules – whether that’s on the roads or waiting in line. But there are definitely some unspoken…

Things to do in Bologna: Road map with a pin on Bologna city
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The Best Things to Do in Bologna: A Top 13 List

Bologna boasts a charming old-world charm with its beautiful redbrick buildings and skyline of towers. Meandering along its iconic porticos, you’ll feel like you’ve stepped back in time. But don’t let the ancient exteriors fool you – inside is a bustling city with terrific eateries, shops, and nightlife. As a foodie traveller, there’s truly no…