ITALY
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4-day road trip on the Amalfi Coast: itinerary and budget
Cliquez ici pour la Version Française Welcome to Italy’s glittering jewel: the Amalfi Coast. A paradise where mountains meet the sea, where narrow streets overflow with color and life. This Mediterranean treasure, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a mosaic of steep cliffs, pebble beaches and charming fishing villages. From Sorrento to Amalfi, every turn offers a new postcard. It was in Ravello, this hidden gem, that we fell in love with most. Prepare to be amazed by the natural beauty, rich history and delicious cuisine of the Amalfi Coast. Map of the Amalfi Coast PRACTICAL INFORMATION When is the best time to visit the Amalfi Coast? The ideal time…
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A weekend in Venice
Cliquez ici pour la Version Française On our road trip to Italy in September 2020, we hesitated to spend a few days in Venice because of its reputation for mass tourism.At any time of year, you’re sure never to be alone in this city that is the stuff of dreams the world over. But with the health crisis raging at the time, the city was deserted by tourists.In fact, it was the perfect time to spend a few days, even if some of the city’s most emblematic buildings and museums were closed to the public. With its canals, bridges, gondolas and timeless architecture, Venice is an incredibly beautiful city that’s…
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Road Trip in the Dolomites and South Tyrol
The Dolomites offer breathtaking scenery with spectacular mountain peaks, lakes with incredible water, green valleys and pretty villages. The Dolomites are a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it’s easy to see why as you marvel at this awe-inspiring natural landscape. To visit the Dolomites and South Tyrol, you can do a loop with the 1st part on the Bolzano side and the 2nd part on the Cortina d’Ampezzo side. What to see and do on a road trip in the Dolomites? Practical information 1 | Discover the sublime Lago di Braies: the “Instagrammable” landscape par excellence! The sublime Lago di Braies! We’d just had a long day’s drive from Austria,…
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The island of Burano, Italian charm in full color!
Cliquez ici pour la Version Française Burano takes you out of time! This little village on the Venetian lagoon is quite simply a nugget! Imagine hundreds of colorful houses lining canals and narrow streets. A small square with a chapel and pretty bridges over the water. Inhabitants in the shade of the houses, playing cards or knitting lace (Burano’s real specialty). Open your eyes and you’re in Burano! Tradition has it that the houses were all painted to help fishermen returning in bad weather to recognize their home. Practical information Burano, our favorite The canals crossed by pretty little bridges give this village a real charm. Don’t hesitate to stray…
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8-day road-trip in Puglia: itinerary and budget
Cliquez ici pour la Version Française Puglia is located in the very south of Italy, at the heel of the boot, in the south-east. Puglia is a land of whitewashed hilltop towns, villages of Trulli (dry-stone dwellings with conical roofs), sumptuous towns, some Baroque, others port-like and others resembling medinas, endless olive groves and crystal-clear beaches.Add to all this a simple, tasty cuisine!It’s a region of great richness and diversity. We really fell under the spell of this part of Italy! In this article, I propose an 8-day itinerary in the heart of Puglia, which you can of course adapt to your own tastes. Itinerary and budget for 8 days…
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Visit the island of Procida near Naples: the complete guide
Cliquez ici pour la Version Française Procida is the smallest island in the Gulf of Naples, with an area of just 4.1 km2. It’s a hidden gem offering a unique blend of simplicity, authenticity and Italian charm. With its colorful houses and picturesque seaside squares, it is often described as the epitome of Mediterranean paradise. The island has managed to remain relatively untouched by mass tourism. Like me, you’re sure to fall in love with this charming island with its relaxed atmosphere and breathtaking natural beauty. Don’t forget that, although Procida is less famous than its neighbors Capri and Ischia, it offers an equally captivating experience. If you’re planning a…
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A 1-day tour of Cinque Terre
Cliquez ici pour la Version Française You’re probably familiar with the Cinque Terre, the five villages on the Italian coast: Monterosso, Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola and Riomaggiore (from north to south). These are ultra-colorful villages, bordered by the Mediterranean Sea and built into a steep, mountainous landscape. They are protected by a national park and listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. A visit to the Cinque Terre also means enjoying a natural setting. Terraced vineyards, olive and lemon groves are an integral part of the landscape. Each village is a universe in itself. To fully appreciate them, I can only recommend staying several days to stroll through the narrow streets,…
