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 →
How to See St. Peter’s Tomb in Vatican City Rome is full of incredible things to visit but if you want something really exclusive, there’s only one place to go: the Vatican Scavi. Also known as the Vatican Necropolis, The Tomb of the Dead or St. Peter’s Tomb, the ScaviRead More →
How to See the Rome Catacombs at Night The Rome Catacombs have become quite a popular destination for travelers visiting Rome. Though a little eerie, these underground burial chambers provide an excellent opportunity to venture outside of the city and see something a little different. However, what if you couldRead More →
How to do a DIY Walking Tour of Rome If you don’t have tons of time to spend in Rome, you definitely want to knock out the city’s main sites in as little time as you can. Here’s how to do a quick DIY Walking Tour of Rome featuring theRead More →
