Battle of the Oranges: Ivrea’s Historic Carnival

ivrea carnival a square of oranges

Many have heard of the Tomatina battle in Spain, but few have heard of the Battle of the Oranges in Italy! This famous festival takes place during the Carnival of Ivrea in Northern Italy, starting just before Lent, and… yes, thousands of people throw oranges at each other! It sounds crazy, but it’s actually real … Read more

Turin: The Ultimate Travel Guide to Italy’s Hidden Gem

If someone asked me which Italian city I would leave Rome for, I’d choose Turin in a heartbeat. This incredible destination has everything a traveler could want: it’s clean, well-organized, and perfectly sized. The locals are incredibly proud of their city, and after visiting 3-4 times, I completely understand why! About Turin: More Than Just … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Having the Best Day Trip from Naples to Pompeii

WHERE IS POMPEII?  Pompeii is an ancient Roman city located in the Campania region of Italy, close to Naples, that was destroyed by the catastrophic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. Despite its tragic history, the archaeological park of Pompeii remains one of the most popular tourist destinations in Italy and a must-visit for … Read more

Italy national holidays 2024

national holidays in italy

National holidays are a pretty important detail for anyone living or planning a trip to Italy. During these public holidays, important events are planned in various cities that should not be missed and there are a lot of changes in public transportation. Sometimes bus and trains change their schedule and many museums remain closed. Here … Read more

Florence, TOP free and inexpensive things to do

florence duomo view

Which is the most beautiful city in the world? For many it’s Florence, and I would probably agree! There are so many reasons to fall in love with Florence, and make you think “I could live here forever”. Let’s begin with the amazing food, the Chianti wine, and the famous Fiorentina steak. If that is not enough … Read more

Milan: Solo Travel Guide for One day

1 day milan solo travel guide

The first time I visited Milan was during a solo travel trip to other cities like Brescia, Padova, and Venice, and I decided to spend one day exploring the world’s fashion capital. Since then, I’ve returned to Milan a few more times, including during Christmas and the summer. So I can say, I have visited … Read more

A weekend in Lucca, a beautiful town in Tuscany

Tuscany is one of the most famous travel destinations in Italy: good wine, picturesque towns, and incredible artwork.  I can write a thousand pages about how beautiful Tuscany is but this post is dedicated to a beautiful town called Lucca. I will explain to you why it is worth putting Lucca on your itinerary, especially if you … Read more