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Notes from Italy
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items A personal map of Italy shaped by experience rather than intention. These are places I didn’t just visit, but absorbed. Each one holds a specific memory: a street at the right hour, a view that lingered longer than expected, a feeling that stayed. Th...
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Sicily
Sardinia
Lombardia
Liguria
Lazio
Piedmont
Sicily
My probably forever favorite island 🏝️
It has a special charm and warmth.
Mondello is a serene coastal escape just outside Palermo, known for its crystal-clear waters, soft white sand, and effortless Mediterranean charm. Perfect for slow, sunlit days by the sea.
Travel Guide to Mondello, Sicily
Cefalù is a picturesque seaside town where golden beaches meet a charming historic center, crowned by a stunning Norman cathedral, effortlessly blending relaxation with timeless Sicilian beauty.
Cefalù | Visit Sicily official page
Catania is a bold, energetic city at the foot of Mount Etna, where baroque architecture meets volcanic stone, and everyday life unfolds with a raw, authentic Sicilian intensity.
Things To Do In Catania, Italy: 14 Attractions & Sicily Guide
Taormina is an elegant hilltop escape with sweeping views of the sea and Mount Etna, where ancient ruins, refined streets, and timeless beauty create an effortlessly cinematic atmosphere.
Cool Things To Do in Taormina, Sicily - Margie in Italy
Syracuse is a timeless coastal city where ancient Greek heritage meets the calm beauty of the sea, with sunlit stone streets and a quiet, enduring sense of history.
Syracuse - Visit Sicily
Noto is a luminous Baroque gem where golden limestone buildings glow under the Sicilian sun, offering a quiet elegance and a beautifully preserved sense of timeless charm.
Guide to Noto, Sicily - The Thinking Traveller
The first impressions come through its architecture. Arab-Norman domes, faded palazzi, and sunlit piazzas that feel suspended in time. Wandering without a plan becomes part of the experience, especially through markets like Ballarò Market, where voic...
Everything We Loved Spending 3 Days in Palermo | Rachel Phipps
Sardinia
Probably the best beaches in Europe 🏖️
Cagliari is a sun-drenched coastal city where historic hilltop districts overlook a vast blue gulf, blending Mediterranean ease with layered history and a relaxed island rhythm.
Cagliari, Italy: All You Need to Know Before You Go (2026)
Lombardia
The street fashion, the shopping, many different restaurants... and the lake, the vibe in the many villages near it... amazing.
Also, the public transport is really good in this part of Italy. 🚂
Milan is Italy’s most modern and polished city, where historic landmarks stand beside cutting-edge design, and fashion, culture, and business move with effortless precision and style.
Milan: Things to do & Attractions to visit - Italia.it
Como is a refined lakeside town framed by dramatic mountains, where elegant promenades, historic villas, and serene waters create a quiet, timeless sense of beauty.
Como, Italy: Things to Do & What to See - Lake Como Travel
Probably my favorite place near lake Como.
Varenna, Italy: Things to Do & What to See | Lake Como Travel
Bellagio is a graceful lakeside village where cobbled lanes, elegant villas, and panoramic views across the water meet in a perfectly composed, timeless Italian setting.
A Day in Bellagio - Two Parts Italy
Menaggio is a relaxed lakeside town with a quiet promenade, pastel buildings, and open views across the water, offering a more understated and peaceful side of Lake Como’s elegance.
Menaggio - Discover the heart of Lake Como
Nesso is a small, dramatic village where stone houses cling to the cliffs above the lake, and a hidden waterfall flows through its heart, creating a raw and poetic sense of beauty.
A Walk Through Nesso – The Prettiest Village on Lake Como, Italy
Cernobbio is an elegant lakeside town known for its refined villas, manicured gardens, and calm waterfront promenade, offering a quietly luxurious atmosphere just outside Como.
Cernobbio, Italy. Find the best things to do in ... - Lake Como Travel
Perfect for a day trip but also for a longer stay. There are islands on Lago Maggiore that are easy to visit from Stresa.
Stresa and Lake Maggiore, Italy - Tourist Information and Hotels
If you don’t have a lot of time and have to visit only one island on this lake, than this is definitely the one.
Isola Bella - Borromean Lands on Lake Maggiore - Official Website
It is a small town on Lake Lugano. The lake looks beautiful but the town has a very different vibe from other Italian towns. It’s very calm and peaceful.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Porlezza (2026) - Must-See Attractions
Liguria
I’ve stayed in this area twice for longer periods, and what stood out to me most was how authentic it felt. Unlike some of the more tourist-heavy parts of southern Liguria, the northern side has a much calmer and more relaxed atmosphere. The towns fe...
Sanremo is a charming seaside town on the Italian Riviera, known for its elegant promenades, lush gardens, and mild Mediterranean climate. Famous for hosting the iconic Sanremo Music Festival, it blends cultural sophistication with relaxed coastal be...
Sanremo, Italy: All You Must Know Before You Go (2026) - Tripadvisor
Bussana Vecchia is a unique hilltop village near Sanremo, known for its artistic spirit and haunting beauty. Abandoned after a devastating earthquake in 1887, it was later revived by a community of artists who transformed its ruins into studios, gall...
Old Bussana (Bussana Vecchia), Sanremo
Genoa is a historic port city filled with grand palaces, narrow alleyways, and a rich maritime spirit, where faded elegance and authentic everyday life create a deeply atmospheric charm.
The Ultimate Genoa Travel Guide - That Travelista
Beautiful place. Every corner can be used for a postcard photo.
6 Things to Do in Portofino, Italy on the Italian Riviera - Svadore
A beautiful small town and an excellent base for exploring the rest of the area. From here, ferries connect to nearby villages, coastal towns, and even Portofino. Traveling by boat is part of the experience itself, approaching the colorful seaside vi...
Rapallo Travel Guide: The Best Italian Riviera Base
Not necessarily a place I would stay in for several days if you’re already based nearby, but it’s absolutely worth visiting for a day while exploring the area. It’s the kind of place best enjoyed slowly, walking around, having lunch by the water, and...
Santa Margherita Ligure - My Kind of Italy
If I had to choose just one village out of the five to visit, this would easily be in my top two, possibly even the most beautiful of all the ones I’ve seen. It’s incredibly picturesque, with that classic Cinque Terre atmosphere that feels almost unr...
Vernazza, Cinque Terre
A cute little village and a pleasant spot to spend a beach day. That said, if I had limited time and had to choose between the Cinque Terre villages, this would probably be the one I’d skip. It’s enjoyable and relaxed, especially for swimming and spe...
Monterosso, Cinque Terre: Beaches, Hotels, Map & Things to Do
A beautiful and picturesque town that makes an excellent place for a summer holiday, especially if you want a more relaxed base for exploring the nearby villages and coastline. It has a lovely atmosphere, beautiful seaside views, and the kind of char...
A Guide to Sestri Levante | A Wonderful Holiday Town on the ...
Lazio
Rome is a timeless city where ancient ruins, grand piazzas, and vibrant street life coexist effortlessly, creating an atmosphere that feels both monumental and deeply alive.
The Ultimate Rome Travel Guide - Compass Roam
Tivoli is a historic hillside town just outside Rome, known for its magnificent villas, cascading fountains, and tranquil gardens that blend natural beauty with timeless Italian elegance.
Tivoli, Italy: Still Rome's Great Escape by Rick Steves
Piedmont
Turin is a refined and understated city where grand boulevards, historic cafés, and elegant architecture reflect a quieter, more sophisticated side of Italy.
The best things to do in Turin, Italy - Our Passion For Travel
Toscana
In my opinion the most beautiful city in Italy 🇮🇹
25 Ruthlessly Curated Things to Do in Florence, Italy
Calabria
This is my next trip in Italy, I’ll update once my impressions have settled.
One week in Tropea: A hidden gem in southern Italy (2026)
Emilia-Romagna
A very confusing train statin and a very warm and welcoming town.
Bologna Welcome | Things to do and visit in Bologna - Tourist Office ...
Veneto
Try to visit on the off season, it’s a beautiful place.
The best things to do in Venice: top places, tours and experiences ...