While we were staying in Florence we took a day out to go to Tuscany. My brother-in-law, Ken, rented a car and took us all for an amazing drive. He had researched wineries and had booked us two tasting tours. One to taste Chianti and the other Brunello wines. Before heading to the first winery …
Traveling to Florence went much smoother! I actually had tickets for and got on the right train! I could hardly wait to arrive in Florence. Not only because I heard it was an incredible city to visit but also because we were meeting my sister Hanna and her husband Ken there. When we arrived, Hanna …
Our trip to Venice started out on the wrong foot. I had accidentally looked at the arrivals and not the departures schedule at the Verona train station. So we had the unique opportunity to watch our train depart while we were left standing on the wrong platform! Then, in a panic, a purchased two tickets …
When originally planning our trip to Italy, Verona was not in our sights. However, after speaking to close friends we decided to change our mind and so happy we did! Verona is known for being the setting of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet and it’s fictional re-creation of Juliet’s balcony. It is also known all over …
I’m so happy we decided to stay a couple of nights in Varenna, Italy. Varenna is a picturesque village that is nestled into the nooks and crannies of the Lake Como shoreline. The colorful buildings blended with the greenery of the landscape are beautifully reflected onto the lake and make for some outstanding photo opportunities. …
At night, the Navigli Distict is a great place be in Milan. Restaurants line the canal and people walk the streets to find their favorite hangout. The scene is hip, colorful and lively. This area is known for having some amazing antipasto deals. For around $12 you can get all the antipasto you can eat …
