Verona Card is an awesome thing if you want to fully explore Verona. Most of the main sights are included, to others you will get a good reduction, and riding the local ATV-Buses is 100% […]
Italy
In Italy, I have already visited: Bergamo, Genoa | Genova, Luino, Milan | Milano, Montaione, Naples | Napoli, Palermo (Sicily), Pisa, Pompeii | Pompei, Rapallo, Riccione, Rimini, Rome | Roma, San Bartolomeo al Mare, Venice | Venezia
Must-See Art Museum in Verona: Achille Forti Modern Art Gallery / Galleria d’Arte Moderna Achille Forti
My favourite art museum in Verona, among the ones I’ve visited, is Galleria d’Arte Moderna Achille Forti. Situated inside stunning Palazzo della Ragione, the entrance to the first-floor entrance of Achille Forti Modern Art Gallery […]
Where to find Casa di Romeo in Verona, the House of Romeo of Romeo & Juliet
Located in a narrow street just nearby the Arche Scaligere (Scaliger Tombs), not too far Casa di Giulietta you will find Casa di Romeo or Romeo’s House. Unlike Juliet’s House, Casa di Romeo is no […]
Dessert speciality from Verona: Torta Russa di Verona
When in Verona, you have to try and taste the local speciality Torta Russa di Verona. Every city or region has its own recipes, and that’s something truly wonderful. Torta Russa di Verona means “Russian […]
Teatro Romano di Verona, the more than 2000-year-old ancient theatre right by the river
Right by the Adige river, or Etsch, you will find the ancient Teatro Romano Verona. Built sometime at the end of the first century before Christ, this Theatre is even older than the way more […]
Staying at Novo Hotel Rossi Verona near the Train Station
Novo Hotel Rossi Verona is a nice 3-star hotel close to the Porta Nuova train station of Verona. Hotels in the districts close to main train stations are usually not a good place to stay, […]
Where to park your car in Verona City Centre (near Arena di Verona)
Parking a car in busy city centres can be quite a challenge. Especially in a lively and popular city such as Verona. As I was preferring a close location for parking in Verona City Centre, […]
Current Vegetarian Food Options at McDonalds Italy
In the past, McDonald’s Italy used to have a vegetarian burger on their menu. Actually, their original McVeggie was my absolute favourite McDonald’s Burger worldwide. But as it was only a temporary offer to celebrate […]
A mandatory visit to Casa di Giulietta Verona
Out of the Top 3 sights to see in Verona, Casa di Giulietta is definitely one of them. This renaissance building of the 14th century is nowadays a pilgrimage site for everyone enthusiastic about the […]
Verona Instagram Accounts to follow before visiting the romantic City
Verona, the ultimate stomping ground for lovers and romantics. The history-filled City is not only the story base of William Shakespeare’s novel Romeo and Juliet, Verona is so much more. Verona also plays an important […]
Fast Pizza in Verona near Arena di Verona
La Conchiglia in Verona is a “fast pizza” restaurant just nearby the famous Arena di Verona. Located in the Citta Alta the restaurant for sure is targeted mainly on tourists, due to its convenient location. […]
Is everything closed on April 25 in Italy? (public holiday)
April 25 is a public holiday in Italy. On one hand, it’s known as Feast of Saint Mark, but it’s also the day that marks and celebrates the anniversary of the liberation of Italy from […]
Recipe: Muffin Arance e Yogurt – Italian Sicilian orange and yogurt mini-cakes (muffins)
Muffin Arance e Yogurt are perfect for those current warm spring days, homemade Muffins with the juice of Sicilian oranges and yoghurt. They are delicate, fluffy and taste absolutely pristine, and if you want you […]
How Easter in Italy is celebrated
Italy is a religious nation, essentially following Christian believes. Of course, Easter in Italy is an important annually highlight to honour, among family and friends. But as often, the same traditions aren’t celebrated all over, […]
Why you should visit Galleria d’Arte Moderna Palermo on the first Sunday of a month
Established in 1910 the Modern Art Gallery Sant’Anna in Palermo is the cities major museum of modern art. Galleria d’Arte Moderna, short also known as GAM, is located in the historic centre of the city, […]
Palermo Airport Bus Transfer to Palermo City Centre – my experience
How do you get from Palermo Airport to the City Centre of Palermo? As the airport is situated roughly 35 km outside Palermo, and there is no train service available (at the moment), you have […]
What are Arancine – Trying Arancini in Palermo / Sicily for the first time
After trying so many Arancini in Palermo I can definitely say, they are addicting! Arancini are a local dish in Sicily, with origins going back through the 10th century of when the island was under […]
Instagram Accounts to follow before visiting Palermo / Sicily
Palermo, more than just another Italian town on the island of Sicily. Same as Sicily overall, Palermo is a melting pot of various cultures. Not just nowadays, but basically since ever. The Arabs, Greeks, Romans, […]
Sicilian street food in Palermo at Rasca Palermo
“Rasca. Sicilian Street Food.” is the claim by Rasca, a snack bar right next to Politeama in the lively city centre. Rasca Palermo brings back the gastronomic tradition of Sicilian street food, actually something you […]
Church Bells/ Music by Church Chiesa Gesù Redentore di Riccione
One of my sweetest memories of my Holidays in Riccione is the daily early morning music by Church Chiesa Gesù Redentore di Riccione. Every day just after 7 am the “Church Bells” begin their action, […]
Nutella Crepe in Riccione at Viale Dante
My Nutella Crepe in Riccione at Da Emy at Viale Dante has been, again, a true life saviour. In the late afternoon, when all the Restaurants are shut down, and there is nothing else to […]