Look, it’s not hard to find beautiful views in Venice. With charming canals winding between classic Venetian buildings, world-famous cathedrals and impressive bell towers, picturesque bridges around every turn, and more — plus, zero cars to get in the way…
If there’s one thing Florence is known for, it’s art. The city’s abundance of art can be traced back to Florence’s status as a center of commerce during the Italian Renaissance — when wealthy families were able and willing to…
It’s a common feeling: wanting to experience one of the most famous sights in the world, but dreading the hordes of tourists that inevitably come along with it. Is it worth it, you might ask, to go out of your…
Though many visitors to Venice only spend enough time there to madly dash around St. Mark’s Square, Rialto Bridge, and other world-famous sights, people who plan a longer stay in the city (which I recommend!) can afford to use some…
It’s an embarrassment of riches, really. Three incredible viewpoints, each offering its own unique perspective on the city and its surrounding scenery. But that’s Florence for you: a city blessed with an overabundance of art and beauty — if such…
Most visitors to Florence flock to see the Duomo (the city’s world-famous cathedral) — and rightly so. The intricate white, green, and pink marble exterior is genuinely incredible, and the massive dome, designed by Filippo Brunelleschi, is an engineering and…