detail of a doorway in Pisa
Europe, Italy

Things to do in Pisa other than the Tower

I totes get it. People visit Pisa for the Leaning Tower; it seems to be defying gravity, Elphaba style. And it's one of the most popular landmarks in the whole of Italy, so it goes without saying that you should definitely check it out if you're in the vicinity. But there is so much more… Continue reading Things to do in Pisa other than the Tower

winter in florence
Europe, Italy

Florence in Winter • A day trip from Livorno

Florence at any time of year is exquisitely beautiful. Its streets are filled with elegant architectural masterpieces holding artistic treasures galore. But Florence in winter, even in the freezing cold bleak midwinter, has a special kind of magic about it.  I was rather on the sad side when I realised that that day when we… Continue reading Florence in Winter • A day trip from Livorno