I get it! I used to be the one who hated paying for a tour. "Why would I pay money to have someone lead me around all day when I can do...

If you chose to rent accommodations, here are some best practices for renting a villa, farmhouse, or apartment in Italy:

Here are a few tips my local friends tell me to look for when choosing my gelato in Italy

A few ideas to inspire you to pack less on your trip to Italy or anywhere your travels take you.

What do I need to do before a trip to Italy?

A few safety suggestions for those traveling alone or away from a group while in Italy

Italians have different greetings throughout the day. Here are the basic greetings you can use in Italy for the morning, evening, and night

I'm a "proactive" (rather than reactive) kind of gal. So here are a few places I know of where pickpockets love to hang out in Italy.

I highly recommend my clients, friends, and family learn some beginner Italian before traveling to Italy. A little effort goes a long way

Rather than spend a fortune on fines and added anxiety, here is a list of food that you can and cannot bring into the States from Italy.

If you are looking for mild temperatures, fewer crowds, and a bevy of free activities, Italy during the Easter Holiday may be right for you.

Travel Planning isn't easy. Here are a few tips to get you started. But contact me if the overwhelm sets in.

If you enjoy “slow travel” -which means staying in one place for a longer period of time, then renting a Villa, house, or apartment might be

Here are a few tips for some of Rome's most popular sites that might help you navigate the crowds or see them crowd-free.

What are the secrets that seasoned travelers use to guarantee expert packing? Here are the top 6:

For Italophiles and/or anyone that appreciates truly authentic items steeped in tradition you may want to consider these items.

With the holidays around the corner and air travel at an all-time high, it's no wonder people are experiencing a little high anxiety just...

Here are a few things that really make locals happy and want to help you like they do their friends.

"It's always better to be proactive versus reactive." With that in mind, here are a few items to tuck into your suitcase.

Whether you want to sit on a bench or spread out on a blanket, a picnic lunch can be a fun, memorable time in Italy. Here’s a few tips…