Italy
Italy, a captivating Mediterranean nation, enthrals visitors with its rich history, enchanting landscapes, and cultural treasures. From the grandeur of Rome’s ancient ruins to the serene beauty of the Amalfi Coast, Italy offers a feast for the senses. Indulge in delectable cuisine, vibrant festivals, and timeless art, all in this enchanting destination.
In Italy, I have already visited the following cities: Bergamo, Bologna, Brixen, Como (Lake Como), Firenze | Florence, Genoa | Genova, Imola, Luino, Meran | Merano, Milan | Milano, Montaione, Naples | Napoli, Palermo (Sicily), Pisa, Pompeii | Pompei, Portofino, Rapallo, Riccione, Rimini, Rome | Roma, San Bartolomeo al Mare, Trieste, Turin, Venice | Venezia, Verona, Voghera
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Sustainability Days 2022 Bolzano – JOIN NOW online – last minute!
Sustainability is more than a current fancy buzzword, it’s a crucial must. Sustainability needs to be accomplished on various levels, by everyone. May it be just you, or a big corporation. Wasting any resource, is draining. Sustainability Days 2022 in Bolzano, South Tyrol, are an international Platform for the Regions of the Future. From September…
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Botanical Garden Pisa – retreat and educational park near the leaning tower
Whenever you visit Pisa, a visit should be on the agenda. The botanical garden Pisa was the ideal place for a relaxed start to the day. With a delicious breakfast consisting of a vanilla croissant and a perfect cappuccino in hand, we went to the park shortly after opening. This oasis is not far from…
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What it’s like visiting Piaggio Vespa Museum in Pontedera in 2024
What to expect from Piaggio Vespa Museum in Pontedera near Pisa in Italy: so much. And the best, a regular visit to the museum is free! Yes, you can visit the Vespa Museum in Italy for free! If this is not already reason enough to visit the museum, it definitely is a place of pilgrimage…
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The most overrated thing to do in Limone sul Garda / Lake Garda
It probably is the most overrated thing to do in Limone sul Garda at Lake Garda. It did cost a lot financially, but is it really worth it? Even for tourists, it’s not really practical. It’s nothing you can do on a whim. For this overrated thing to do in Limone sul Garda, you either…
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The (cheapest) ship from Limone to Malcesine on Lake Garda in 2025
During my visit, I used the service by Garda Escursioni Peroni, which I consider the (cheapest) ship from Limone to Malcesine. Read on for the departure location and price.
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Quick Pasta Lunch in Bruneck / Brunico
Enjoying a relaxed sit-down meal at a nice Restaurant can be a great experience, no doubt. But sometimes, you just need some energy and a short break, hence a quick pasta lunch break. Bruneck, or Brunico in Italian, in a city in the south Tyrollean area of beautiful Italy. With a population of just less…
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Why women need a small female day hiking backpack
advertisement Read here a quick Review Preview, a new addition to the Travel Gear section, and why women should own a small female day hiking backpack. In my case, in the form of the Osprey Tempest 24. What are the most stunning destinations, without appropriate gear? Having the right, or wrong, gear can definitely make…
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A visit to Malcesine castle Castello Scaligero
Once built over several decades, Malcesine castle Castello Scaligero is a must-visit in this city on the eastern shores of Lake Garda. The Castello Scaligero di Malcesine is a high castle located directly on the shore of the lake, which found its first mention in the year 590. Over the years it has been inhabited…
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Is it safe to travel to Tre Cime di Lavaredo as a female solo traveller?
Is it safe to travel to Tre Cime di Lavaredo as a female solo traveller, alone? You are definitely free to do whatever you want and like, but should you always do what may come to your mind? The Tre Cime are a spectacular sight in the Italian dolomites. They are a UNESCO World heritage…
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Kreuzgang Brixen / Bressanone Cathedral Cloister
The Cathedral Cloister Kreuzgang Brixen is a top sight in the region. Built in the early Middle Ages, in pre-Romanesque times, the Bressanone Cathedral cloister is a true highlight, not only for the South Tyrolean region. Housed in the arcades and corner arcades south of Bressanone Cathedral, the cloister is open to visitors and admirers…
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Cafe in Pisa near the Train Station
Looking for a cozy place to spend your time before departure of your train at Pisa Centrale Station? Check out this Cafe in Pisa, just a street corner away of the station. La Borsa is a Bar and Café in the heart of the city. They offer sweets and coffee during the day, and apperitivo…
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Staying at Design Hotel Tourist in Brixen Bressanone | Review
Hotel Tourist in Brixen Bressanone in South Tyrol combines fancy modern design with authenticity. Situated just outside the old city centre, the Hotel can be easily reached by car as well as by foot from the train station. The situation of the hotel might seem a bit sketchy as it is situated right next to…
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South Tyrolean Schlutzkrapfen in Brixen Bressanone
Enjoy delicious authentic South Tyrolean Schlutzkrapfen in Brixen at the restaurant Der Traubenwirt. The restaurant in the center of Bressanone/Brixen impresses with a wonderfully cozy outdoor terrace. And of course excellent food. Located at Kleine Lauben 9, the naming of the alley/street couldn’t be better. Southern feeling thanks to many plants, which separate the restaurant…
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Diocesan Museum in the Hofburg Brixen
When in Bressanone, you should definitely visit the Diocesan Museum in the Hofburg Brixen. The courtyard of the Hofburg is one of the most atmospheric castle courts in South Tyrol. The Diocesan Museum houses in 70 showrooms the art collection with valuable sculptures and panel paintings from the Middle Ages to modern art, the Brixen…
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Bologna Airport Express Bus between Bologna train station and the airport – Experience Report
There are several ways to get from Bologna Airport to downtown Bologna. The best option in terms of time and money is the Bologna Airport Express Bus “BLQ”. Or was. The BLQ has not been offered for some time now. I had already prescribed this contribution a long time ago, just never published it. Maybe…
