National Parks Sites of the Great Plains
There’s a reason folks refer to the states in the middle of the country as “flyover states.” The states of the Plains are typically flat with a lot of corn … Read more
Trips
All of our trips, the stories, the planning, the photos, the life…
Visiting the Northern Arkansas National Parks
Nestled north of I-40 in the Ozark Mountains are two gems of the National Park Service: the Buffalo National River and Pea Ridge National Military Park. These northern Arkansas national … Read more
Tips for Your First Visit to Italy
Traveling overseas can be daunting when you encounter different language, currency and customs. Here, we share 14 tips to help you prepare for your first visit to Italy, one of the most-visited countries in the world. We cover everything from what to expect in hotels and bathrooms to staying connected.
Transportation in Italy: Getting Around the Country
When it comes to gettting around Italy, there are lots of transportation options: trains, buses, ferries, airplanes to consider.
Exploring Tuscany: Side Trips from Florence
Some of the best sites in Italy may be in the big cities, but the charm is often found in the small towns. Here, we explore several small towns in Tuscany. Each of these towns can be visited as a day trip or a one- or two-night stay on your way to or from Florence.
Let Florence Capture Your Heart in Three Days
Florence is one of our favorite places on Earth, not just in Italy. There is just so much culture, art, history, not to mention beautiful scenery and some our favorite cuisine. We have been multiple times and still can’t wait to go back.
Hiking the Coast of the Cinque Terre
The Cinque Terre, both a National Park and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the Italian Riviera at its best. These five small towns, connected by a trail, may be filled with tourists, but it is still laid back and enjoyable. Hike the Sentiero Azurro for heart-pumping views and exercise.
A Taste of Northern Italy – Venice and Lake Como
Northern Italy has several wonderful places to visit including Venice, Milan, Lake Como, the Dolomites and Turin. We enjoyed spending several days touring the northern part of the country.
Naples, Pompei and Sicily
Visiting Naples, the ruins at Pompei and the island of Sicily… Seeing amazing history, dodging crime on the streets and flying to the wrong airport.
The Amalfi Coast, Salerno and Sorrento
Touring the Amalfi Coast, including Salerno, Sorrento, Positano and Amalfi, plus detailed directions for hiking the Path of the Gods.