a winter day in Trastevere, Rome
Europe, Italy

Rome in Winter : 10 Things You Need to Know

Rome in winter is absolutely magical. So magical in fact, that despite the fact that I'm no fan of the cold, my favourite time to visit is in the quieter, chillier months of the year. The atmosphere is captivating, the temperature is rather on the icy side, and the city feels like a living working… Continue reading Rome in Winter : 10 Things You Need to Know

wandering the streets of Burano
Europe, Italy

From Venice to Burano. Exploring the colourful island in the Venetian lagoon.

Hopping on a vaporetto from Venice to Burano island makes for an idyllic way to spend the day. The Venetian island is home to fishermen and lace-makers, and is famous for its brightly painted houses arranged along narrow canals. Although it's equally as picturesque- and basically a photographers' dream- Burano seems a world away from… Continue reading From Venice to Burano. Exploring the colourful island in the Venetian lagoon.

famous Bari food and drink
Europe, Italy

The Bari Food Scene: It’s full of grandmas and that’s why I love it.

Did you ever hear of the pasta grandmas of Bari Vecchia? Eating in Italy is always a magical and scrumptious experience, but the Bari food experience is without a doubt the best one I've had yet. Here's why the little port city of Bari is well worth a visit. *This site uses affiliate links, where… Continue reading The Bari Food Scene: It’s full of grandmas and that’s why I love it.