20 Culture Shock in Italy Surprises for Travelers
Travel magazines do a splendid job covering Italian food, wine, and destinations. Yet they never talk about the culture shock moments travelers encounter on their…
Visiting Italy
Could the Cinque Terre Collapse?
Over Easter weekend, local authorities in Cinque Terre, Italy, once again sounded the alarm. Without legislation to restrict the flow of tourists, the Cinque Terre…
Will Speaking English in Italy Get You Fined?
A few days ago, I published an article addressing one of the top questions tourists ask about visiting Italy. Can you get by speaking English…
Speaking Italian in Italy, When & Why You Need To
Are you wondering if you can visit Italy without speaking Italian? This article explains why where you are in Italy and whom you engage determines…
Eating in Italy | 25 Tips to Eat Like an Italian
Wondering what it’s like to eat in Italy? 25 insights on Italian dining culture and Italian cuisines that will help make the most out of every meal in Italy.
Castel del Monte, Puglia’s Most Mythical Destination
Perfectly octagonal with an astronomically precise location, see why Castel del Monte is Puglia’s most mythical UNESCO World Heritage Site. Castel del Monte In Andria,…
Where to Stay Vieste, Italy
Residence MareSol is a hidden gem just outside the heart historic of Vieste, Italy with rooms starting at 110€ a night. A look at the…
An Italian Perspective on Tipping in Italy
Tipping in Italy is like paying a good compliment. Always appreciated, never anticipated. Tip like an Italian! How much to tip and when.
Coperto, a “Cover” Charge in Italian Restaurant Bills You Must Pay
Coperto is a mandatory per-person charge at restaurants in Italy. What coperto means in English, costs, why it’s legal and not a tip.