Winter is not always everyone’s first choice for travel… but it is the perfect time of year to visit Europe if you want to experience a white Christmas (I’m from Australia so this was a must-do), or if you love museums but hate the crowds. Milan in December ticks both boxes… dress in your winter best and find out why!…
Spritz has gained in popularity over the past few years, especially during the summer months. But what is it, and where did it come from? Spritz is a drink that began in Northern Italy in the Lombardy-Venetian region, and was invented around the 19th century by Hapsburg soldiers who found the local wines too strong. Spritz comes from the Austrian…
The construction of Venice was a remarkable achievement, built on a marshy swamp that was drained by hand, and slowly built upon millions of wooden stakes. It could be argued that it was well ahead of its time. But time, mass tourism and the changing environment have all had their toll on this slowly sinking marvel. I am the first…
Virtual Venice: How to explore Venice from anywhere in the worldVirtual tours are a great way to experience a destination, either as research beforehand or because we ran out of time and couldn’t make a spot we wanted to see, or simply because travel has been largely frozen over the past nearly 2 years.Whatever the reason, we are extremely fortunate…
When most people think of Tuscany, Florence is the first city that comes to mind. But there are several beautiful villages and historic towns that are absolutely worth visiting all throughout the region. Siena is one of these towns. Perfect for day trips, or stay a few nights to really appreciate the atmosphere and culture, this medieval town feels like…
Venice is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Northern Italy. This section will give you a guide to all the best spots for book lovers in Venice. Venice is not just an idyllic destination for tourists, but also a great place to visit for book lovers. Venice is famous for its charming canals, beautiful architecture, and delicious food.…
Venice is an incredible and truly unique city that draws millions of people to it every year.A city built on a swampy lagoon in a bid to evade barbarian invaders, it is incredible to believe that it was made by hand in the 5th Century AD, and without any benefit of modern machinery (or the mass importation of slaves for…
Venice is a magical city that draws millions of visitors to its winding canals each year… from books, films and music, there are any number of ways you can immerse yourself in the allure of this city that temps our collective imagination. And since normal travel is restricted due to ongoing pandemic, we can instead curl up on a couch…
No matter what time of year you choose to visit Venice and the Veneto region, there is something always going on. From festivals celebrating specific foods, to historical re-enactments and cultural highlights, there is no reason not to celebrate when visiting such a rich and diverse part of the world.So here is, by no means complete, a comprehensive list of the…
With thousands of years of history, dating back to before the Ancient Romans, the story of the Venice and the Veneto region is long and fascinating.The 119 islands of Venice may be slowly sinking into the lagoon which holds it up, but with more than 20 million visitors a year, its popularity is showing no signs of waning! Whether it…