If you are a Renaissance fangirl/fanboy or want to experience one of the world’s most unique landscapes, a visit to the Carrara marble quarries in Italy’s Apuan Alps is a must. Famed for its high quality and beauty, Carrara marble has been quarried from the same mountains for over 2,000 years. It can be seen […]
If I was forced at gunpoint to name my favourite countries, Italy would easily make the shortlist. It’s one of the best solo travel destinations in the world and is a country that I have visited more times than I can count And I’m not alone. In 2018, Italy attracted 62 million visitors, making it the […]
Have the solo trip of your dreams by picking one of these awesome places to travel alone for the first time. Solo travel can be transformative. Taking those first steps outside of your comfort zone and navigating unfamiliar cultures is an instant self-esteem booster. Moreover, the benefits of empowerment and self-determination persist long after you […]
Discover the most beautiful towns and villages in Tuscany in this unmissable guide (even if you are exploring Tuscany without a car) Tuscany is quintessential Italy. Rolling green hills dotted with graceful cypress trees, silvery olive groves and terraced vineyards. Ancient Etruscan settlements and medieval hamlets perched high in the Tuscan hills. Enchanting Renaissance cities, […]