3 Full Days in Rome: Our 4-Night Itinerary
After traveling through Greece, Florence, Venice, and Cinque Terre, Rome was the final stop on our Italy trip. We arrived in Rome by train from La Spezia, and after several busy days of sightseeing, I knew I didn’t want to pack every minute of our Rome itinerary with another tour or attraction. Instead, our 3 […]
Colosseum Tour Review: Is This Rome Tour Worth It?
If you’re planning a trip to Rome, visiting the Colosseum is probably already on your list and a review is what you need. But once you start looking at tickets and tours, things can get confusing. Do you need a guided tour? Is a Colosseum tour worth the money? Should you visit the Roman Forum […]
What to Pack for Rome in Summer: Complete Packing List
If you’re wondering what to pack for Rome in summer, here’s the first thing I’d tell you: prepare for heat. And I mean real heat. We visited Rome in August, and it was HOT. Walking around the ancient streets, climbing stairs, touring historic sites, and standing in the sun can wear you down quickly. Rome […]
How to Get Around Italy: A Complete Transportation Guide for Tourists
Planning an Italy trip and wondering how to get around Italy without a car? You’re in luck with this Italy transportation guide. Italy has an excellent transportation network, and during our trip, we were able to travel between several cities using trains, walk through most city centers, take taxis when needed, and even use the […]
1 Day in Venice: Our Perfect Venice Day Trip from Florence
If you only have 1 day in Venice on your itinerary, is it really possible to see the city’s famous sights, take a gondola ride, visit Murano, enjoy great food, and still have time to wander? We did exactly that. We took the train from Florence to Venice early in the day and spent one […]