10 ancient ruins to see in Pompeii
In an earlier post, we wrote about whether Pompeii is worth visiting from Naples. We shared that a trip is highly encouraged given …
Is Pompeii worth visiting from Naples?
Pompeii was like no other attraction we had seen in Italy. First, it was massive – we spent about an hour walking …
Why lunch at Dario Cecchini Solociccia was my favourite meal in Italy
If you happen to be in Tuscany visiting some wineries, I’d encourage you to book a lunch appointment at Dario Cecchini’s restaurant …
Recommended: Visit the cellar door of Altesino in Montalcino Tuscany
During our recent trip to Italy, we chose to visit Altesino due to its legacy. Altesino is known as the first Brunello producer …
Recommended – Visit to the cellar door of Poggio Antico in Montalcino
After our trip to Altesino, we went on to pay a visit to the cellar door of Poggio Antico in Montalcino. If …
Having Florentine steak at L’Osteria di Giovanni in Florence
Florentine steak or bistecca alla fiorentina is a must-try during you trip to Florence. The steak was very different from the ones …
Why the Antinori winery near Florence is a must-visit
If you’re visiting Florence, a visit to the Antinori nel Chianti Classico winery is a must, especially for those who appreciate wine. …
Is gelato healthier than ice-cream?
After having great gelato at Gelateria dei Neri in Florence, I read up more about gelato because it was tasted great as a …
Is it worth paying to climb up the Leaning Tower of Pisa?
We visited Pisa on a somewhat gloomy day. It was pouring when we arrived in Pisa from Florence, but the weather cleared …
Recommended: Having dinner at Ristorante Natalino in Florence
We were looking for a place for dinner on our third night in Florence, and came across Ristorante Natalino. So far, our …