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…
Ciao friends! This is Lucy bringing you news from Rome. I just got back from exploring this incredible city yet again and had to share some of my best hotels in Rome. As many of you know, I’m obsessed with la dolce vita here in Italia. And Roma really embodies that lifestyle like nowhere else. Walking…
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…
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…
Today we’re going to chat about one of the most important parts of Italian culture – greetings. In Italy, something as small as how you greet someone can have a profound effect on your conversation. This post will focus on some well known greetings, their true implications and how to avoid stereotyping. There’s more to…
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…
Are you feeling stressed lately? I hear ya – the crazy pace of modern life can really wear a person down. It seems like you could use a proper wellness vacation before you go totally off the deep end! Welcome to the club of folks who need an escape, maybe in one of these wellness…
I love traveling and trying out different wines. No wonder, it is very reasonable for me to believe that Italy is a very nice place. While I’ve enjoyed sampling vintages from around the world, there’s really nothing quite like the wine and culture of Italy. As both a wine lover and an Italian, I may…
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…
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…
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