In recent years, rooftop bars have become one of our favorite ways to end a day of sightseeing. We’ve sought them out in Rome, Florence, Paris, and other cities, usually for the same reason: there’s something especially nice about sitting down with a cocktail and a view of the city before heading to dinner. On […]
Volterra, Italy is one of the most rewarding Tuscan hill towns to visit and one of the most underrated. We climbed the tower of Palazzo dei Priori for a 360° view of the countryside, walked a Roman theater that dates back to the 1st century AD, climbed Torre del Maschio with a guide and just […]
The Walker’s Haute Route is a 14-stage trek from Chamonix, France to Zermatt, Switzerland. It is a tough yet rewarding experience through the French and Swiss Alps that crosses 10 mountain passes and offers incredible scenery along the way. It is a beast of a trek! It took us 13 days, averaging 16 km (10 […]
The island of Capri, Italy is one of the most spectacular places to visit on the Amalfi Coast. The best things to do in Capri include taking a boat tour around the island, visiting the glowing Blue Grotto, riding the chairlift up to Monte Solaro, and exploring the towns of Capri and Anacapri. But the […]
Stretching across a small, narrow peninsula of limestone sits the old town of Vieste, Italy. This whitewashed coastal town is a joy to explore, with its labyrinth of narrow streets, views of the Adriatic Sea, and long list of restaurants, wine bars, and gelaterias. With one day in Vieste, explore the old town, visit the […]
The Colosseum is one of Rome’s must-see sights, but planning a visit is more complicated than you might expect. There are several ticket types, some areas require special access, popular time slots can sell out quickly, and your experience can be very different depending on whether you visit independently or with a guide. In this […]
Along the Walker’s Haute Route, there are a variety of accommodation types, from mountain huts to 5-star hotels, from dormitories to apartments, and from shared bathrooms to private bathrooms. You will have the opportunity to experience a combination of all of these since you will be staying in a new place at the end of […]
Where should you eat in Rome? With outdoor cafes, rooftop restaurants, wine bars, and a long list of restaurants selling pizza, pasta, and gelato, your choices may seem overwhelming. In this guide, we list some of the top restaurants in Rome. Ranging from quick, cheap eats to Michelin starred restaurants with a view, there is […]
Rome is the capital city of Italy and one of the largest cities in Europe. With its long, rich history, famous landmarks, museums and archaeological sites, the to-do list for visitors is enormous. 30 things to do in Rome sounds like a lot, and it is, but there are many more places we could have […]
We visited Marmolada while road tripping through the Dolomites, driving from Cortina d’Ampezzo to Val Gardena. Since it is the highest peak in the Dolomites, it had long been on our list of places to visit, and adding it as a stop along this scenic drive made perfect sense. After hiking many of the region’s […]
One of the best ways to explore Zermatt is on foot. Hiking trails climb high into the mountains above Zermatt, past Swiss hamlets, through scenic valleys and rocky gorges, and to some of the best viewpoints of the Matterhorn. The network of cable cars and trains takes you up into the mountains, so for the […]
Alpe di Siusi (Seiser Alm in German) is the largest high alpine meadow in Europe. This lush, green meadow is located in the Dolomites of Italy. Cabins, rifugios, and hotels dot the landscape. Hiking trails and biking trails run along the hillsides, connecting the small villages. And Sassolungo, with its jagged, rocky peaks, looms over […]
The Matterhorn Glacier Trail is one of the easiest and most scenic hikes to do in Zermatt. This point-to-point trail weaves its way between alpine lakes and along the way you get up close views of the Matterhorn. Since it is done one-way and is a mostly downhill hike, this is a great trail for […]
With Christmas lights sparkling over the city streets, ice rinks and Christmas markets popping up throughout town, Christmas themed afternoon tea, and pubs and restaurants decorated for the holidays, December is a magical time to visit London. This London Christmas itinerary combines the most festive places in London with London’s top sights. You’ll visit Westminster […]
Christmas markets, holiday themed afternoon tea, dazzling displays of Christmas lights, ice skating, shopping, and cozy pubs decorated for the holidays…these are all things to see and do in London at Christmas. London is magical at Christmas. The city streets sparkle with thousands of Christmas lights, famous department stores create elaborate holiday themed window displays, […]
Springing up around the city, just weeks before Christmas, are the London Christmas markets. Filled with stocking stuffers, holiday decorations, clothing, and street food, these small markets are the perfect place to browse for gifts for friends and family, try some new foods, sip on mulled wine, and get into the holiday spirit. The Christmas […]
When it comes to Christmas lights, London is one of the brightest cities in the world. From November through early January, the city streets sparkle with brilliant displays of twinkling lights and holiday decorations. If you are planning a visit during this holiday season, seeing the London Christmas lights is one of the best things […]
When is the best time to visit the Amalfi Coast? If you want warm weather, thinner crowds, and a far easier time getting around, October is one of the best months to go. We’ve visited the Amalfi Coast twice, once in early July, and once for 10 days in mid-to-late October, and the two trips […]