Moving away from Tampa was tough, and I still miss it every day. It is kind of the perfect city. Big enough to have everything you want, but still small enough to feel like a… [Continue Reading]
Make A Wish
I have clear, indisputable proof that throwing a coin into the Trevi Fountain and wishing to return to Rome works. I have been doing it for over ten years, and each summer I am fortunate… [Continue Reading]
A Fit & Flare for Rome
I think this dress just might be one of my all-time favorite dresses (and PS it is currently 40% off here). I love everything about it — the vibrant colors, eyelet fabric, and, most of… [Continue Reading]
Sunrise in Venice
Sunrise in Venice is pure magic! Trust me, it is worth the 5 am wake up call (in the summer). The temperature is delightful, there are no crowds, and the light is pure gold! Specifically… [Continue Reading]
Summer Shopping
Each year my summer in Italy forces me to have a shopping hiatus. This is probably good for me, but I will admit one of the things I look forward to when I return home… [Continue Reading]
New in Florence
Spending every summer in Florence is wonderful, but it is also a bit monotonous. I love that Florence has come to be a second home and I know the city inside and out, yet, I… [Continue Reading]
Sorrento Mini Guide
Sadly, Sorrento tends to be the ugly step-sister of the Amalfi Coast. Not that Sorrento is ugly, just that it is often overshadowed by trendier cities along the coast — Positano and Ravello for example…. [Continue Reading]
Day Tripping Along the Amalfi Coast
Planning a trip to the Amalfi Coast can be a bit confusing and overwhelming. The coast is dotted with adorable towns, but you have to manage/navigate local transportation systems to visit them. While the local… [Continue Reading]
Florence Favorites (Round 2)
Believe it or not, it has been 4 years since I last rounded up my Florence favorites! So, I think it is about time I reassess and share my favorite places, restaurants, sites, and experiences!… [Continue Reading]
