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Venice with kids: our itinerary for 3 days in magical Venice (+ our travel tips)
Our recommended itinerary for two nights / three days in Venice with kids. Hotel recommendations, child friendly actives and restaurants we loved. I am very fond of Venice. I find it to be one of the most beautiful cities in the world (for me, only Rome competes with it for beauty) and while I know this statement may sound like a cliche’, I promise you in this case it truly comes form the heart. I have been to Venice more times than I can count and every time my heart skips a beat: the city has a type of unique beauty and pensive atmosphere that I simply cannot get enough…
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Italy in November with kids: all you need to know to plan a trip
All you need to know to plan a trip to Italy in November. A trip planning guide with info on weather, best places to visit in November in Italy, when to book what, November travel tips
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4 days in Puglia and Matera with kids: the family road trip we loved (and how you can do it too!)
Our exact family itinerary to spend 4 days in Puglia and Matera with kids and see some of the most beautiful and unique sites in Italy. One of the best and most pleasant family trips we have taken in In Italy, is a short road trip we took between Puglia and Matera. Puglia is a first family favorite for us, a place we have visited many times and tend to go back to over and over again. So we knew this part would be fun! Matera, on the other hand, was new to us. I had been dreaming of going to Matera for years, but the distance from Rome (where…
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9 Awesome day trips from Milan for families with kids
Expert round-up of the best day trips from Milan for families with kids based on our family’s experience. Milan features on the itineraries of many families visiting Italy, both as a destination in itself (the Milan Duomo! The Last Supper! The shopping!) and a convenient place to fly in and out of. I have talked before about the best things to do in Milan with kids and how I recommend you spend one day in Milan. Today, I want to move beyond the city’s boundaries and recommend family day trips from Milan that will enhance your experience of this area and give you a wonderful family time! In true Learning…
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Summer in Italy with a baby or toddler: how to deal with the heat
How to deal with the heat when traveling to Italy in summer with a baby or young child. Summer in Italy is hot, sometimes unbearably so. The months of July and August see temperatures that easily go above 38/40C – 100/104F in cities and low areas and and the last couple of years have seen Sicily literally burning up, because of the relentless sun. Such heat must never be underestimated and especially with a baby it calls for extra precautions. Here are some ideas on how to fend off the heat if you are planning to spend the summer in Italy with baby. You can see details on what to…
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Montalcino: all you need to know to visit this stunning wine town in Tuscany
Montalcino travel guide: best things to see, wine tasting addresses, restaurant recommendations, tips for visiting Montalcino with kids Montalcino is a historic, beautiful hilltop town in Tuscany famous for the production of delicious wine: the famous Rosso and Brunello di Montalcino. It is also and is a lovely destination for a day out in Tuscany. In Montalcino, you find a beautiful medieval center, stunning views over the surrounding countryside and, of course, lots of restaurants and wine shops where to taste what the town does best: wine! We have been to Montalcino several times. Val d’Orcia is one of our favourite destinations for a family vacation in Tuscany and we love to pop…
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Visiting stunning Martina Franca with kids: all you need to know
Martina Franca is a beautiful Italian town with pretty whitewashed alleys and stunning Baroque churches opening onto sun-drenched piazzas. This is our travel guide to visiting Martina Franca, Puglia.
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How to visit Alberobello with kids: all you need to know
How to visit Alberobello, a stunning UNESCO World Heritage Site in the South of Italy famous for its unique, hobbit-house looking 'trulli'.
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Locorotondo Italy: the pretty town that will steal your heart
Locorotondo is a whitewashed gem of a town in Puglia, Italy. In this travel guide, we show how to visit and why you should add it to your Italian adventures.
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Beautiful piazzas in Italy you will love
Our handpicked selection of beautiful piazzas in Italy to see at least once in a lifetime! If your dream of Italy involves indulging in a beautiful Italian square, sipping aperitivo while watching life gp by against the backdrop of beautiful architecture, this article is for you! Italy is full of beautiful piazzas, some grand and famous, some lesser known and more subdued. However, some piazzas in Italy stand out for beauty, history, uniqueness or all of the above. Out of the many beautiful squares in Italy, today I made this short list of those that I believe are so special, you simply cannot miss them. These are my favorite piazzas…
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Florence with a baby: travel tips for a first family trip to Florence
Florence with a baby: practical travel tips for a first family trip to Florence. Italy is a lovely first destination for a family vacation with a new baby and Florence is no exception. The city is well served, safe and wonderful and perfect if you want to mix sightseeing with quiet time with your baby. However, Florence is a city and while I believe it is very possible to enjoy a city break with small kids in tow, there is no doubt that a vacation in a busy city center poses more challenges to a family with a new baby than a week at an all-inclusive resort. This is why we have tips for…
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Tuscany with kids: the best places to visit + map and tips from a mom
All you need to know to plan a family trip to Tuscany, Italy: the best places to visit in Tuscany with kids and best family attractions. Tuscany is one of my favorite places to visit in Italy with kids. It is a beautiful area, blessed with some of the most beautiful landscapes in Italy and it has plenty to do for visitors of all ages. Here, you can visit historic towns, visit some of the most famous landmarks in Italy, spend time in family-friendly farms, go wine tasting, cycle and go to the beach, all on the same day! This variety of attractions and the easy transport options means families…
