TheWayToItaly

Feb 27, 20232 min read

San Miniato Al Monte in Florence

Constructed in the 11th century, this impressive Romanesque church stands on a hill overlooking the city and the Arno River.

Three Things to Ask Yourself Before Planning a Trip to Italy

TheWayToItaly

Feb 21, 20232 min read

Three Things to Ask Yourself Before Planning a Trip to Italy

Travel Planning isn't easy. Here are a few tips to get you started. But contact me if the overwhelm sets in.

How to See Some of Rome's Famous Sites without the Crowds

TheWayToItaly

Jan 16, 20233 min read

How to See Some of Rome's Famous Sites without the Crowds

Here are a few tips for some of Rome's most popular sites that might help you navigate the crowds or see them crowd-free.

Six Tips for Packing Light on Your Next Trip to Italy

TheWayToItaly

Jan 5, 20233 min read

Six Tips for Packing Light on Your Next Trip to Italy

What are the secrets that seasoned travelers use to guarantee expert packing? Here are the top 6:

How to Make Holiday Air Travel a Little Bit Easier

TheWayToItaly

Oct 22, 20223 min read

How to Make Holiday Air Travel a Little Bit Easier

With the holidays around the corner and air travel at an all-time high, it's no wonder people are experiencing a little high anxiety just...

Three Things You Can Do or Say to Make Friends with Italians

TheWayToItaly

Oct 12, 20222 min read

Three Things You Can Do or Say to Make Friends with Italians

Here are a few things that really make locals happy and want to help you like they do their friends.

Bruschetta – Crostini… What’s the Difference?

TheWayToItaly

Sep 1, 20222 min read

Bruschetta – Crostini… What’s the Difference?

Imagine eating at various restaurants in Italy and discovering 2 different antipasti choices: Bruschetta and Crostini. Here's the difference

Do You Have the "Wanderlust Gene?" It's a Real Thing the Scientists Discovered.

TheWayToItaly

Aug 31, 20222 min read

Do You Have the "Wanderlust Gene?" It's a Real Thing the Scientists Discovered.

You know them when you meet them: those people who always keep their passport on hand, who can pack for an international trip in about...

TheWayToItaly

Aug 24, 20224 min read

An Easy Day in Cortona

Cortana is one of those quintessential Tuscan towns built into a hillside with mesmerizing views of the Valdichiana below.

Two of My Favorite Lunch Spots in Cortona

TheWayToItaly

Aug 24, 20222 min read

Two of My Favorite Lunch Spots in Cortona

Cortona is small enough that you can wander the streets and alleyways to find a quaint little restaurant that meets your appetite. Here's 2.

Pisa Guide: Everything You Need to Know about One of Italy's Most Underrated Cities

TheWayToItaly

Jun 23, 20224 min read

Pisa Guide: Everything You Need to Know about One of Italy's Most Underrated Cities

While you could hit Pisa's highlights in a day, why not discover all that this charming city in Italy has to offer.

Gadgets That Make Your Travel Life Easier.

TheWayToItaly

Jun 14, 20222 min read

Gadgets That Make Your Travel Life Easier.

We can all use little hacks that make life easier, right? Why not use one of these little travel gadgets to make your next trip better!

Verona Guide - Everything to get you started in one of Northern Italy's most beautiful cities.

TheWayToItaly

Jun 8, 20225 min read

Verona Guide - Everything to get you started in one of Northern Italy's most beautiful cities.

If a guided tour isn’t your cup of coffee (since we are in Italy), I offer a few suggestions for you to discover Verona on your own.

Children's Books to Read Before They Travel to Italy

TheWayToItaly

May 25, 20222 min read

Children's Books to Read Before They Travel to Italy

Prepare your younger generations for travel to Italy with a few starter books on Italy.

Italy's Lake Regions: Four Lakes To Visit in Lombardy and Piedmont

TheWayToItaly

May 18, 20223 min read

Italy's Lake Regions: Four Lakes To Visit in Lombardy and Piedmont

"Does there even exist an Italy removed from the tourist crowds?" Yes. Italy’s Lake Regions. In the duo-regions – Lombardy and Piedmont...

Viareggio Guide: Everything You Need to Know about One of Italy's Favorite Beachtowns in Tuscany?

TheWayToItaly

Apr 7, 20225 min read

Viareggio Guide: Everything You Need to Know about One of Italy's Favorite Beachtowns in Tuscany?

Did you know Tuscany also boasts 162 miles of coastline with quaint little resort villages? And Viareggio is one of them.

The five best hard side luggage picks of 2022

TheWayToItaly

Apr 5, 20221 min read

The five best hard side luggage picks of 2022

Be ready for your travel adventure with this year's best choices in luggage. By now you have answered the 5 Questions for Choosing the...

The hardshell carry-on luggage I use for Italy

TheWayToItaly

Apr 1, 20223 min read

The hardshell carry-on luggage I use for Italy

Delsey Travel Cases offer great quality at an affordable price point.

What do I need to know about travel insurance?

TheWayToItaly

Mar 31, 20223 min read

What do I need to know about travel insurance?

For many of us, a vacation represents a big investment, financially but also in terms of our well-being. Of course, we want to protect it.

Five Reasons Why Your Smartphone is Better for Your Vacation Than a Camera

TheWayToItaly

Feb 5, 20223 min read

Five Reasons Why Your Smartphone is Better for Your Vacation Than a Camera

Can I use my smartphone for travel pictures? Yes, you can. Here are five reasons why your smartphone is just as good as a camera.

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