Discovering Florence: A Timeless Jewel

Set in the midst of Tuscany, Florence stands in timeless beauty. This enchanting city offers a blend of historical grandeur, artistic masterpieces, and charming Italian allure. Whether you’re a history buff, an art enthusiast, or simply a traveler seeking to immerse yourself in the romance of Italy, Florence is a destination that promises to leave a lasting impression. My first trip to Florence was during a two month backpacking adventure with my college best friend. I was young and totally unaware of the beauty and heritage surrounding me, much to the dismay… Read More

Lake Como and Bellagio – Day 17

After breakfast, we set out on foot and explored the area as much as we could today, at our own pace. Our first stop was getting ferry tickets to Bellagio. Since the weather was much nicer, we wanted to revisit this town. Ferry tickets for the speed ferry sold out quickly while we were in line so we got tickets for two hours later and headed into Como first. We were planning to do this at some point anyway so we were glad for the opportunity. We love the streets of Como… Read More

Milan – Day 15

While staying in Lake Como, we were determined to visit Milan, which we had both traveled through in the past, but never stopped long enough to explore. It is an easy 40 minute train ride from Como and well worth the time. While you could spend several days exploring Milan, it is still worth spending half a day there and getting to see a few of the highlights. I am sure we could’ve seen much more than we did, but we like to move at a slow leisurely pace and take it… Read More