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Italy Travels

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There’s something magical about arriving in Italy — the way life slows down just enough for you to savor it. From winding cobblestone streets and historic architecture to fresh pasta, espresso, and unforgettable sunsets, every corner feels like a sce...
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All About Italy

Italy is so unlike any other place. The minute you get off the plane the air is just different.
 
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I love Rick Steves.  He is the ultimate travel guide.  I still watch him even though his stuff is so old it is still relatable.
Rick Steves: Top 10 Italian Food Experiences
 
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There are so many fun things to do in Italy.  Be sure to plan ahead but also make time to just people watch and relax
Italy Top Things to Do
 
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The train is so easy to use.  I traveled from Venice to Florence to Rome on the train it was wonderful
Eurail Italy One Country Pass
 
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Italy is very safe but always be aware of your surroundings
Is Italy Safe? Travel and Safety Tips for Visitors, Expats and Homeowners
 
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I no longer go for cute.  I am init for comfort
Top 5 Shoes For Walking
 
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So Amazing I can not wait to go back
This Enchanting Town in Southern Italy Has Some of the Most Beautiful Beaches I've Ever Seen—and Feels Like Taormina Without the Crowds
 
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Andiamo!!
I Live in Italy—Here Are 10 Spots Where Italians Actually Vacation in Summer
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Rome

Rome is a city where history and modern life exist side by side in the most beautiful way. Around every corner, there’s something unforgettable — ancient ruins, stunning architecture, lively piazzas, hidden cafés, and the feeling that you’re walking ...

 
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Visiting the Colosseum was by far my favorite place.  It is so amazing how it was built.
Colosseum
 
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The steps were closed when I went. So disappointed but I will see them next time
Spanish Steps
 
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They say if you throw a coin in it means you will return again. I hope so
Trevi Fountain
 
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I did not see the Pope but maybe next time. Be sure to mail yourself a postcard from the Vatican post office
Vatican City
 
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Amazing garden
Villa Borghese Gardens in Rome | How to Visit Villa Borghese
 
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I saw a woman wearing an amazing jacket, I ran over and said to her: Omg your jacket is amazing, did you make it? She look at me crazy and said: No it’s Valentino. Thank God they don’t make my size. It was $3,000
Valentino Online Boutique
 
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I saw Ed Sheeran singing in the streets here in 2015.
Pantheon, Rome
 
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So many statues.
Piazza Navona

Florence

Florence feels like stepping into a living work of art. Known as the birthplace of the Renaissance, the city is filled with timeless beauty — from breathtaking architecture and world-famous art to charming streets lined with cafés, boutiques, and hid...

 
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Florence was so amazing. It is very safe for a single girl to visit.
Florence
 
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Walk up the stairs in the tower it is awesome
Piazza del Duomo, Florence
 
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Amazing
Home - Galleria dell'Accademia di Firenze
 
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So beautiful
The Uffizi | Uffizi Galleries
 
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Beautiful bridge
Ponte Vecchio
 
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Wonderful
Pitti Palace | Uffizi Galleries
 
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Arincicni is so delicious.
THE BEST Arancini in Florence (Updated May 2026) - Tripadvisor

Venice

Venice is unlike anywhere else in the world — a city built on water where winding canals replace streets and every corner feels dreamlike. From gondolas gliding through quiet waterways to the sound of church bells echoing across the canals, Venice ha...

 
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It was beautiful but not my favorite part of my Italy trip.
Venice
 
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The birds are crazy
Piazza San Marco
 
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Beautiful glass
Murano
 
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Doge Palace
Palazzo Ducale | Doge's Palace | Venice
 
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The last glimpse of freedom for prisoners
Bridge of Sighs
 
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Can't miss the birds in Venice
Venice's pigeons dyed red, blue and green

Naples

Naples is one of those cities that feels alive the second you step into it. It’s loud, passionate, chaotic, historic, gritty, beautiful, and unforgettable all at once. Sitting along the Bay of Naples with Mount Vesuvius towering in the distance, the ...

 
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Pompei is on my Bucket List
Pompeii
 
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So amazing
Eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD
 
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Naples is the birthplace of Pizza
The Serious Eats Guide To Pizza In Naples
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These are the best neighborhoods to stay in Naples
Where to Stay in Naples, Italy: 5 Best Areas & Hotels - Destinationless Travel