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Ultimate Honeymoon Travel Guide: Tips for the Perfect Trip

Honeymoon couple on the beach

I truly understand how challenging it can be to organize the perfect romantic getaway: after Felicity and I got married on the lake in Italy, we planned our honeymoon in Sicily, three incredible weeks exploring the island with a rental … Read More

What to Do in Courmayeur in Autumn: Hikes, Valleys, and Peaceful Alpine Escapes

Lake d'Arpy autumn

There’s a moment in early autumn, just as the larch trees begin to turn, when Courmayeur becomes something rare: a high-mountain retreat without the rush. The trails are quieter, the light is softer, and Mont Blanc looms above it all … Read More

Autumn in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy: Events, Hiking, Local Flavours in the Dolomites

Cortina d’Ampezzo Mountain

While Cortina d’Ampezzo is widely celebrated as the Queen of the Dolomites in winter, it’s in autumn that the town reveals a more intimate, golden-hued charm. The larches take centre stage, painting the slopes with warm colours. The crisp air … Read More

Autumn in Kitzbühel: Hiking, Culinary Festivals & Alpine Wellness

Kitzbühel town centre

If you ask me what makes a perfect autumn destination in Europe, Kitzbühel checks all the boxes: fresh alpine air, forest trails painted in golden hues, soul-warming cuisine, and a peaceful vibe that makes it easy to slow down and … Read More

Best Places to Visit in Spain During Shoulder Season: Spring and Autumn Guide

I’ve been to Spain more times than I can count—first as a teenager backpacking across the country with an Interrail pass, then later with my own family, exploring the beaches, mountains, and vibrant cities. Barcelona quickly became one of my … Read More

How to Build a Travel Wardrobe That Works Anywhere

Every seasoned traveler knows that packing is an art form: you can’t bring everything, but you need just enough to cover any situation you may encounter. Whether you’re heading for the Arctic, the tropics, or a chic European sidewalk café, … Read More

Walking to Rome: 3 Scenic Pilgrimage Routes Beyond the Tourist Trail

As an Italian, I’ve been to Rome countless times—on school trips, weekend getaways, even just passing through—but I had never approached it on foot, as a pilgrim. For years, I’ve been fascinated by Italy’s ancient pilgrimage routes. They whisper of … Read More