Pienza is a can't-miss town in Tuscany's Val d'Orcia region. In this Pienza travel blog I cover everything you need to know to plan your visit to Pienza, including what the city is known for, how to get there, things to do, and more! Is it worth visiting Pienza? Pienza is full of history and ...
Castelmuzio, Italy: The Best Travel Guide
Castelmuzio, Italy is a tiny hilltop village in Tuscany's scenic Val d'Orcia region. This area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is known for its rolling hills, cypress-lined roads, and medieval villages. I loved visiting Castelmuzio, Italy; read on for everything you need to know to plan your ...
Visit a Famous Apothecary in Florence
This famous apothecary in Florence is one of my favorite hidden gems in the city. Their official name is Officina Profumo-Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella, you'll also find it referred to as Officina Profumo or Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy. Santa Maria Novella's roots date back to 1221; today the ...
Explore Capri, Italy: The Best Traveler’s Guide
Capri, Italy is a gorgeous island in the Tyrrhenian Sea and a quick, 20-minute boat ride from the Amalfi Coast. Capri has a classic Italian aesthetic and is filled with gorgeous hotels, unique shopping, great restaurants, and incredible views. It makes a great day trip from Positano, Naples, ...
La Moscadella: Review of a Boutique Hotel in Tuscany
La Moscadella is a throughtfully restored, boutique hotel in Italy's scenic Val d'Orcia region. In this post I'm sharing everything I wish I knew before I visited: detailed travel information, guest room photos, things to do in the area, and more. All About La Moscadella The property is part ...