Italy
Travel stories and practical guides from Milan, Bologna, Florence, Naples, Calabria and Sicily.
Certaldo – A Medieval Hill Town in Tuscany
A day trip from Florence brought us to Certaldo Alto, a remarkably quiet medieval Tuscan hill town filled with brick streets, centuries-old frescoes, Boccaccio history, olive groves and some seriously good views.
Florence Wine Tour
Four years after our first Chianti wine tour, we returned with the same company for a new mix of old favourites and new stops. From historic Villa Le Corti to lunch at Fattoria di Rignana and a final tasting at Tenuta Casenuove, the day delivered great wine, Tuscan food and more than a few bottles…
Milan – Food, Stay, and Sights
We spent a few days wandering around Milan beyond the Duomo, taking in everything from the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II and medieval city gates to Milano Centrale, Milanese food and the fashion district. Milan turned out to be a lot more than just fashion and a very large cathedral.
Milan Duomo
Nearly 600 years in the making, Milan’s Duomo is far more than a Gothic cathedral. From its Candoglia marble and 52 monumental columns to zodiac markings, sacred numerology, hidden relics, soaring spires and painted 3D ceiling details, the cathedral is filled with layers of history, symbolism and architectural illusion.
Oltrepò Wine Tour
An all day tour of a family run, small winery – lunch, tour, and wine. A perfect way to spend the day in Oltrepo!
Alps
Our Alps adventure – 3 days boiled down to 1 post. Swiss food, wine, Italian food, wine, and multiple train rides through some of the most beautiful countryside we’ve seen yet.
Europe 2026: Food, Culture and the Journey Ahead
Six weeks through Spain, Switzerland and Italy, with regional food, local culture, memorable rail journeys and a few adventures we’re especially excited to experience.