Leonardo Da Vinci's Horse Statue, or Gran Cavallo for Italians, is one of the largest equestrian statues in the world. It stands proudly at the entrance to the San Siro gallop racetrack's secondary grandstand in Milan, Italy. You may think it is just another of Da Vinci's masterpieces, but that is not exactly true. It … Continue reading LEONARDO DA VINCI’S HORSE STATUE – 500 YEARS IN THE MAKING, AND HOW THE STORY TIDES TO ALLENTOWN, PA
Dreaming about a European vacation and wondering which are the best cities to visit? It is not an easy task for sure. Most European cities have a lot in common - stunning architecture, world-class museums, charming streets, and intriguing local cultures. So how do you prioritize the must-sees in Europe? Think popularity first. There must … Continue reading EUROPEAN VACATION – 12 BEST CITIES TO VISIT
Venice Italy, one of the most iconic sights of Europe, lures visitors from around the world. Romantic gondola rides, canal front restaurants, and charming hotels may be calling your name too, but do not pack your bags yet. To make your trip to Venice successful, you need to learn about the challenges that visitors face … Continue reading PRACTICAL TIPS ON VISITING VENICE ITALY
Is Italy on your bucket list but you do not know where to start? Are you asking yourself, what are the most famous sights in Italy and what not to miss when visiting? What are Italy's landmarks other than Rome, Florence, and Venice? In this post, I am presenting a detailed Italy's three-week itinerary of … Continue reading FAMOUS SIGHTS IN ITALY – WHAT NOT TO MISS
In the age of global mingling, you may think that local cultures are slowly fading away, primarily in places flooded with tourists, but it is not necessarily the case. Italy is one of the examples of holding firmly to its own way of doing things if visitors like it or not. Keep that in mind … Continue reading FIRST TIME HOLIDAYS TO ITALY – WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
When traveling to places as popular as the Amalfi Coast in Italy, making the right decision about where to stay is crucial. Most visitors look into popular towns of Positano and Amalfi as their desired location but are they on the right track? My answer is no. Read on to learn why to stay in Ravello … Continue reading WHY TO STAY IN RAVELLO ITALY
Remember the movie Under the Tuscan Sun? Remember the Tuscan village full of charm and romance? The movie perfectly portrays the heart of the region - Tuscan countryside. This is where you will find gently rolling hills, beautiful meadows, dreamy inns, and inviting vineyards of Chianti. But it is not all that the region has … Continue reading HIGHLIGHTS OF TUSCANY – WHAT TO DO
