• Europe,  Travel

    A weekend in Tuscany

    Of all the places on our Italy itinerary, I was for sure most excited about Tuscany. I’ve always dreamed of visiting the region, sipping on wine and enjoying fresh olive oil while overlooking the rolling hills. Well Italy did not disappoint! Tuscany was even more beautiful in person than in the movies. Here are a few of our favorite stops in the region. We spent most of our time in Greve in Chianti to experience the smaller towns of Tuscany. We also opted to visit lesser known wineries in hopes for more low key and intimate experiences. Vignamaggio – Thought to be the childhood home of Mona Lisa (yes, THE…

  • Europe,  Travel

    Top 5 Things to do in Venice

    Wandering through the streets of Venice there is no question that it is somewhere special. The narrow walkways winding through the buildings following the canals are always bustling with people. This is a city made for getting lost (in a good way). The best things about Venice are the little places you stumble upon when you let yourself wander. These are the top 5 things you MUST make time for in Venice: Visit Burano. I know it seems silly to leave the Venice if you are only there for a short time, but Burano is worth it. Burano is a tiny colorful village where the locals are known for making…

  • Europe,  Travel

    The Best of Italy Itinerary

    This is our two week whirlwind trip around Italy. It is not for the slow paced traveler as there are early mornings, late nights, train travel, and a lot of moving hotels. However, if you want to see as much of the country as possibly in two short weeks and are up for a little bit of a crazy adventure, this is the trip for you! Check back soon for detailed posts on each location! If you have any questions about this itinerary or want any tips about Italy travel please leave a comment below or send an email on the contact me page! I hope you enjoy your trip!…