What Is It Really Like Staying in Mestre for a Venice Trip? Bell September 7, 2026 No Comments Venice is built on million of wooden logs, making it a floating island just off the mainland. That mainland area is called…
How Strict is the Vatican Dress Code Really? Bell August 1, 2026 No Comments If you’re visiting Rome, you probably have the Vatican on your must-see list too. However, I know there is a lot of discourse about the dress…
7 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid on Your First Trip to Rome (2026 Guide) Bell July 26, 2026 No Comments Visiting Rome for the first time can feel a little overwhelming, with so many things to do and see. I have…
16 Budget-Friendly Things to Do in Rome (Ultimate 2026 Travel Guide) Bell August 11, 2026 No Comments Rome is a true bucketlist destination, the centre of the famous Roman Empire and streets full of history. It’s also one of the…
Rome on a Budget: How Expensive Are the Top Attractions Really? Bell August 4, 2026 No Comments Visiting Rome can quickly feel like a very expensive endeavour, with endless paid tours and entry fees. And while it is one of…
Can You Order a Cappuccino in Rome after 11:00 AM? (and Other Rome Travel Myths) Bell July 31, 2026 No Comments I have heard countless travel myths about Rome, some funny, some a little outrageous. Let’s discuss the main ones,…
Is La Spezia Worth the Visit? Beyond Cinque Terre Bell July 30, 2026 No Comments La Spezia is a pretty underrated city in my opinion, only known as the gateway to Cinque Terre. And while it is exactly that, there…
Where to Stay in La Spezia? Affordable Gateway to Cinque Terre Bell July 29, 2026 No Comments La Spezia is the perfect place to stay for your Cinque Terre adventure, much more budget-friendly and quieter than the actual Cinque Terre…
How to See Rome in 2 DaysThe Ultimate Itinerary for First-Timers Bell July 28, 2026 No Comments Two days in Rome may not sound like enough, and while they will be two busy days, you can actually see the main…
How I Survived Visiting Rome During the Heatwave Bell July 22, 2026 No Comments I recently visited Rome as a tour guide with one of my groups and the heat wave was in full effect, meaning 38°C/100F every single day.…
Is the Water Safe to Drink in Rome? (Plus How to Find Free Fountains) Bell July 21, 2026 No Comments Whenever I take a tour group through Rome, there seem to be concerns about drinking water, especially during the summer…
Where to Stay in Rome on a Budget (Even in Summer) Bell July 20, 2026 No Comments Summer in Rome can feel like a maze of heatwave, expensive accommodation and crowds of people. However, it doesn’t actually have to break…
What to Do in Milan in 6 Hours: A Guide for Short Layovers Bell June 20, 2025 No Comments Milan is the city of art, fashion and design, as well as home to a busy layover airport. The city is…