If you’re visiting Bari for the first time, choosing where to stay can shape your whole experience — the city’s neighborhoods vary a lot in vibe, layout, and atmosphere. Some are made for slow walks and seafood by the sea, while others are better for quick access to trains or late-night gelato runs. Having visited…
A slow road trip through southern Italy’s quieter side Why Visit Puglia? Puglia doesn’t sell itself the way Rome or Florence does – no big landmarks, no overly staged piazzas. Puglia is perhaps one of the most authentic and off the beaten track parts of Italy. Known famously as the heel of Italy for its location…
Corniglia to Manarola via Volastra is an absolutely stunning hike you cannot miss in Cinque Terre. This trail is known to be one of the longer hikes and is generally considered moderate to challenging because of the steep inclines and rockier paths. However having recently completed this hike, we found it extremely rewarding for its…
The Monterosso to Vernazza hike via the Sentiero Azzuro aka the Blue Path is an absolutely stunning hiking experience not to be missed in Cinque Terre. This trail is super popular because it combines amazing coastal views with the charm of two of the region’s most picturesque villages. Not only that, but given its terrain…
Levanto is nestled between the Ligurian Sea and the hills of the Cinque Terre National Park. The picturesque coastline starting from Levanto beach with its clear shimmering blue waters, and lush landscapes is ideal for hiking and cycling aas well as relaxing at the beach. On my recent trip to Cinque Terre, I chose to…
Wandering through the sun-warmed streets of Puglia, it’s clear to see that Italy really does have the culinary reputation it has built for itself. Puglia is so famous for. During my 5 days in Puglia (see my detailed Puglai Itinerary Guide), I found the food to be authentic, flavourful and fresh. Even the simplest things…