Whether you use the city as a hub for day trips to the Italian Alps, or simply watch sunset from the top of the Duomo di Milano, Milan is sure to be one of the most delightful surprises of your trip to Italy.
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The Naked Truth About Napoli
That Naples was huge and rich and vibrant was evident to me before I even met Francesco inside Napoli Centrale—I never once thought about the idea that Naples was dangerous.
Continue ReadingHow to Visit Venice Without Drowning in Disappointment
Visiting Venice with realistic expectations and a clear plan in mind will allow you to feel the magic of the city without being overwhelmed by the many frustrating things about it.
Continue ReadingThe Nude Beach of Cinque Terre
How a very brief trip to seedy Italian nude beach made me call almost everything into question.
Continue ReadingThe Paradox of Venice, Italy
Venice, you might say, is like an extremely attractive (but extremely annoying) man or woman.
Continue ReadingGetting to Know Naples
Worries about the Mafia were the furthest thing from my mind as I explored Naples, a city I would never, ever use the word “dangerous” to describe.
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