An ancient system of footpaths (and now rail) connect the five villages, Riomaggiore, Manarola, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso. Each of the villages has something different to offer. If you have the opportunity to visit the Cinque Terre don’t miss out on: Enjoying the Cinque Terre from the water, like Venice it opens your eyes to …
Tips on visiting and traveling in the Cinque Terre
The Cinque Terre is made up on an ancient system of footpaths (and now rail) connecting the five villages, Riomaggiore, Manarole, Corniglia, Vernazza and Monterosso. What you do need to know is that you cannot access the Cinque Terre by car (residents only) so no matter where you are traveling from in Italy you will …
What to do in Syracuse (Siracusa) while on vacation
Syracuse is a city on the Ionian coast of Sicily, Italy. It’s known for its ancient ruins. The central Archaeological Park Neapolis comprises the Roman Amphitheater, the Teatro Greco and the Orecchio di Dionisio, a limestone cave shaped like a human ear. The Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi exhibits terracotta artifacts, Roman portraits and Old …
Some must sees while in Taormina
Taormina is on the northeastern coast of Sicily; a 45 minute drive from Mt. Etna. The town is built high above the sea with some incredible views but is also a beach city famed for the Isola Bella beach and nature reserve which is reached by aerial tramway. The Old Town overlooks the sea 250 …
What to do in Venice for families
Any family trip to Venice should include at least the first 5 of the following: Piazza San Marco – St Mark’s Square is the central point of the city, the place all tourists arrive at some point during their stay in Venice and is lined with beautiful outdoor cafes and restaurants and stores beneath the …