The ancient city of Matera is one of the most fascinating places I've ever visited. It's one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world, and it's hard to believe that people have called this place home for over 9,000 years! The city was once an impoverished and overcrowded slum and ...
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8 Fun Things to Do in Polignano a Mare, Italy
Polignano a Mare is one of the most beautiful seaside towns in Italy, with whitewashed buildings perched dramatically on limestone cliffs overlooking the crystal-clear Adriatic Sea. It is nestled along the coast in Italy's Puglia region, and this charming town is where Italians go to vacation. ...
15 Bucket List Places to Visit in Rome
Rome is one of the most incredible cities in the world. You could easily spend months, and even years, exploring the city and still not see it all. However, after visiting Rome several times, here are 15 spots I think everyone needs to visit at least once! *Disclosure: This post contains ...
A First Time Guide to Visiting Rome (with a walking map)
Rome was love at first sight for me, and every time we visit, I fall more in love with this city! Rome is often called the Eternal City because ancient Romans believed that Rome was invincible. They believed Rome was untouchable, that no matter what happened or how many empires came and ...
9 Of the Most Instagrammable Spots in Rome
Rome is one of the most photogenic cities in the world. These are 9 of the best places to take photos in Rome to help you capture the magic of the city! 9 Of the Most Instagrammable Spots in Rome The Colosseum The Colosseum has a gruesome history of gladiator fights and animal hunts. ...