Travel guides for the country of Italy. Exclusive travel tips and city guides for Italian destinations.
So, you’re heading to Sicily and wondering where to base yourself: Catania or Taormina? While one is undeniably more picturesque, the other is a lot more affordable. And while one feels a bit grittier and raw, it also happens to have better food—at least in my opinion. After spending a couple of weeks in Sicily…
Exploring Naples as a solo female traveler… good idea or avoid at all costs? I’ll be honest, I’ve heard a lot of stories about Naples being this terrible place to visit filled with crime, drugs, and unsavory characters. I avoided the city for years and visited other destinations such as Bari, Monopolio, and Polignano a…
How many days should you spend in Taormina to make the most of your stay? That’s a common question! After spending 3 weeks in Sicily, I had a good understanding of how long you should spend in all the hot spots! Taormina is honestly somewhere you can easily see in one day and a place…
Taormina is a very special place in Sicily! It is somewhere you should visit, even if only for a day! If you are like me, when you only have 24 hours in a destination, you want to arrive prepared with an outline of what to do! After spending time in Taormina myself, I crafted a…
Trying to decide between Siracusa or Taormina? I’ve been there! I must warn you, this decision can be particularly tough. After spending three weeks in Sicily and exploring both destinations, I have compiled a list of considerations to help make this difficult decision easier for you. I loved both destinations but for different reasons! Taormina…
Over the years, I heard rumors about Sicily being “dangerous” and unsafe for solo travelers. There were even whispers about needing to watch out for the mafia. These were just stories, not from anyone I knew personally, but they did make me hesitant to book a trip to the island. This year, however, I decided…
