A Taormina boat tour is the best way to see major attractions like the Isola Bella, Grotta Azzurra, and the dramatic coastal cliffs just below the town itself.

IF YOU WANT TO DINE LIKE A LOCAL IN ITALY, IT’S BEST TO UNDERSTAND THE VARIOUS TYPES OF ITALIAN RESTAURANTS. Everytime I’m in Italy, I find myself wondering what’s the difference between a trattoria and an osteria. Sure, Italy has some restaurant types that are very familiar to Americans. We all know what’s served at a pizzeria or a gelateria. But do you know a pasticceria from an enoteca?

To Visit the Gucci Factory Outlet, or Not to Visit? That is my question.

Here’s my list of the best restaurants, compiled from multiple visits of my own, feedback from friends, and recommendations from a couple superstar hotel concierges 😉.

Is Bologna, Italy worth visiting? Absolutely! I love when a smaller city absolutely over-delivers, and Bologna is a regional Italian city that absolutely punches above its weight.

What specifically makes the Dolomites such an amazing destination? In order to answer these questions, I've collected all the reasons why I love this part of Europe so much.

Whether you’re planning for a do-it-yourself photo tour of Florence, or preparing a shot list for a professional photo shoot, here are my favorite photo spots in Florence: The 10 Most Instagrammable Spots in Florence