Pompeii, located on a hill just outside of the city of Naples, is one of the most preserved historical sites in the world. Pompeii was an ancient Roman city that was buried during a volcano (or as the Italians call it "vesuvio") eruption in 79 A.D. This ancient city was then rediscovered in an archeological dig centuries later. Archeologists today continue to further unearth the history of this …
Pastels in Positano
Positano is the gem of the Amalfi Coast. Positano is a vibrant cliffside town built into the mountains surrounding a little beach. Positano is truly surreal. The village located along a winding highway and surrounded by rocky mountains that overlook the gorgeous Mediterranean. Positano is famous for its limoncello, seafood, ceramics, and pebble beaches. Walking the streets of Positano is …
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Day in Capri
Capri is a small island off the Southern Italian coast. Just a 45 minute ferry from Positano, Capri is a gorgeous little day trip. The island itself is stunning with beautiful rock formations and crystal clear water. On the island, there are luxurious hotels and restaurants as well as streets lined with designer boutiques. When traveling to Capri, my recommendation is to do a ferry tour that you …
When in Rome
Rome is officially one of my favorite European cities. From the beautiful architecture, the gardens, the dining, the shopping, to the history, I loved visiting Rome. Rome is quite literally the historical center of the Roman Empire, and the modern city, today, has monuments and sights scattered throughout the streets. Like most European cities, walking is the way to go in Rome. Everything is …
Uffizi Gallery, Center of the Reniassance
When in Florence, visiting a museum is a must. Florence is quite literally the center of the Renaissance and home to some of the most famous artists in history, like Michelangelo. My favorite museum in Florence is the Uffizi Gallery. The Uffizi is located in the center and has a collection of famous paintings and sculptures from the Renaissance. I highly recommend taking a guided tour to avoid the …