Scams to Avoid on Your Trip to Rome The Eternal City is home to some of the world’s most fascinating sites. There’s so much to see, and once you arrive you’ll be excited to see it all. In your excitement you may be inclined to accept some of the touristRead More →
Michelangelo’s Life in Florence Michelangelo is not only considered one of the premiere artists of the Renaissance, but one of the greatest artists to have ever lived. His work across a variety of mediums, but especially sculpture, are some of the most popularly visited pieces in Italy. Before you goRead More →
Which Roman Emperor Fought in the Colosseum? Famously played by Joaquin Phoenix in the film “Gladiator” (2000), Emperor Commodus orchestrated one of the most violently cruel reigns in Roman History. Son a great Roman general, Commodus spent much of his life trying to live up to the image of hisRead More →
On Amalfi or Pompeii visit? Here are the must-see sights The Amalfi Coast is one of the most well-visited places in Italy, for both foreigners and Italians alike. Located in the Campania region, the area enjoys a warm mediterranean climate and beautiful views looking out onto the sea. Of course,Read More →
Best Sistine Chapel Tours in Vatican City. Special access and more! Vatican City is one of the most well-visited places in the world. It’s a place absolutely stuffed with art, history, and spirituality. Without a doubt, the centerpiece of this magnificence is the Sistine Chapel and the gorgeous paintings thatRead More →
See Tuscany & Chianti on Top Florence Food & Wine Tours Florence has some of the most delicious cuisines in the world. With local foods like bruschetta, ribollita, prosciutto, and of course the famous Florentine Steak, these tours lead you (and feed you) through the long history of Florence. TakeRead More →
See Hidden Gems of Pompeii & Amalfi on these Top Tours In 79 A.D. a deadly volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius decimated the ancient Roman city of Pompeii. Buried under ash for centuries, the old houses and streets are amazingly well-preserved. Alongside a knowledgable guide, you’ll walk through the ruinsRead More →
How to Take a St. Mark’s Basilica Tour in Venice at Night The eye-catching features in Piazza San Marco are primarily the Ducal Palace, the Campanile (bell tower) and, of course, the impressive Saint Mark’s Basilica. During the day, the square can be filled with locals and tourists alike, whichRead More →
Venice’s Jewish Ghetto and its Secret Synagogues In the 16th century, the Jewish population of Venice were forced to live in the world’s first ghetto. In the face of severe discrimination, they built their synagogues in secret. Today, these places of worship are some of the best kept secrets ofRead More →
Influences of Christianity in the Roman Empire The Roman Empire’s relationship with Christianity famously began at Christianity’s inception. In the Bible, Jesus Christ was born during a Roman census and later put to death by Pontius Pilate. For the next three centuries, Christians were sporadically persecuted and often driven underground,Read More →
How to Travel from Rome to the Amalfi Coast Once in Rome, you might want to boost your trip a little bit by adding a daily visit to the Amalfi Coast, then why not? This Italian pearl is definitely worth a visit and it isn’t even that far from theRead More →
What to Bring on a Rome Tour Getting into these tours used to be pretty easy, but recent terror attacks across European cities means security has been significantly heightened at major tourist attractions. Not only is this a pain for the queues, but it also dictates what you can bringRead More →
