Category Archives: Italy

Italy- as I know it- is a fascinating country filled with intriguing stories, delicious recipes, friendly people and beautiful landscapes. Every little town and village has their own treasures. If you have enough time and patience Italy will reveal it one by one. I spent years on learning how to cook, how to use my time and how to enjoy life. And now you can read about it right here.

Light Walk, Stunning Views: The Dolomites

Just when we visited Ferrara and Ravenna this was a high time to start the core of our holiday: The Dolomites. We picked up a typical Alpine hotel in Arabba and began our first walk. Read the story and share. The Dolomites are exceptionally friendly to all sorts of tourists: starting with climbing experts, through walkers with dogs, families with small children, organized groups, school trips and finishing with handicap people. The ... Read more

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Why Ravenna Is Fascinating?

This was my second time in Ravenna and I would go there again, if I had an opportunity. Although this is not a top 5 or even 10 tourist destination this town is still relatively full of tourists. Why? Because it is fascinating. I see at least one big reason for that: ART. The transition If you’re interested in history of European art, at least a bit, it is very likely you studied it one style after another, chronologically. ... Read more

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Quick look at my recent trip to Italy

Visiting Italy is always fun. I had been living in Italy for many years, I visited the majority of known places, I saw many of its famous monuments but it’s never enough. You simply can’t get bored in this country. Over and over again, in familiar places you discover something fresh and fascinating. At this point what I enjoy the most is visiting with Italian friends or showing it to the foreign friends. Both ways are ... Read more

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My Guest Post: Living Through Four Seasons in Italy

Here is my recent guest post about Italy. Courtesy of Megan from MappingMegan. I enjoyed writing it very much so hopefully you’ll enjoy reading it. Visit Megan’s website for details. Have you ever thought about visiting Italy? Here is an alternative way on how to visit Italy and get really close to the Italian way of life. I created a project ‘I love Ferrara‘ so you could join me and experience how beautiful ... Read more

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How To Visit Rome And Not Run Mad

Who has not seen the movie with Audrey Hepburn and Gregory Peck from 1953? I am pretty sure that even if you haven’t you know all about it. This is one of the movie that makes people want to travel, see the filming location or even try to drive a scooter. This is somehow my own story as I am a big fan of this movie and I dreamed about visiting Rome ever since. How on earth Rome can be off the beaten path destination?! This is ... Read more

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Photo Essay From The Dolomites

The Dolomites is a fantastic place for active holiday. The quantity of walking trails, shelters, mountain huts and parkings is outstanding. Together with high quality of accommodation and local food makes your time spent here memorable. Plus: nice weather is frequent here so do not hesitate any minute longer and come to the Dolomites to enjoy these stunning views. Read more

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Colors Of Memories

Expectations towards travel of any kind has grown. People who undertake the trip expect many things from it, starting with simple relax and finishing with a complete change of life. It’s OK to have your own plans regarding the journey however it needs to be reasonable to avoid disappointment. After my full immersion in Italian traditional kitchen I thought I should learn some local history. Although I had a general idea ... Read more

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My holiday plans

True: my job looks like never-ending holiday, however, I need some rest too. And guess where am I going? Italy, of course, where else? As a result of my holiday I’ll limit the post published to one post a week in July. Knowing my habits you can expect that the holiday planed includes trekking in the mounties and visits in some touristic places. Trento Alto Adige, Emilia-Romagna, Marche and Umbria are on my list. As I am going ... Read more

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Warning: Galleria Uffizi Disappointment

This might surprise you but even though I am a true fan of Italy my biggest travel disappointment met me in this country. My visit in famous Galleria Uffizi was a true failure. There are many reasons for this and if you have ever thought about visiting Uffizi read it carefully. This might save you from your biggest travel disappointment. Most visited museum Galeria Uffizi is one of the most visited museums not only in Italy but ... Read more

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My Guest Post: Top 5 Things To Do At Lago Di Garda.

Thanks to my friend Kamila one of my posts is published at her site. If you wish to know what are the best things to do at Lago di Garda you need to click here. I hope you’ll find it interesting and using this opportunity will also have a look at fascinating stories written by Kamila. Enjoy! Have you ever thought about visiting Italy? Here is an alternative way on how to visit Italy and get really close to the Italian way of ... Read more

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