We all know Rome is an instantly recognizable icon that lures all levels of travelers, from first-timers to the most seasoned of us with beat-up passports. As such, we all know Rome’s crowds can be a bit out of control. Perhaps more so in a Jubilee Year. Not to trash one of the world’s most …

Heading to Italy this fall? You may have been surprised to find prices in Rome and other tourism hotspots have not necessarily dropped as expected post-summer––nor have crowds dissipated as they normally would. Due to the record-breaking heat, a growing number of travelers is now actively avoiding July when planning a visit, so don’t fly all the …

When tourists plan a visit to Italy, Rome is likely to be at the top of their bucket list, especially if they haven’t been to the country before, and we can certainly understand why. The Eternal City is famous for its boundless wonders, from the Colosseum to the Pantheon, but it can get excessively crowded, …

Rome. The city of ancient wonders, cobbled streets, and mouthwatering cuisine. It’s a place that’s been on my travel bucket list forever, and finally, I had the chance to experience its magic firsthand. But amid the crowds and iconic landmarks, I discovered a hidden gem that elevated my Roman adventure to a whole new level: …

If Rome is on your bucket list for 2025, we’d urge you to think twice before booking those flights in the next few weeks, especially if you hate the crowds. As fascinating as it may be, the Eternal City is among the continent’s worst destinations for overtourism, with millions of people flocking to the narrow …

Rome is one of Europe’s most popular destinations, and visiting the Eternal City is a bucket list dream for many.   But if you plan to visit Rome at least once in your lifetime, then 2025 is the perfect time to pick.  A unique, once-in-a-quarter-century celebration will take place in Rome in 2025, and the …

There’s so much hoopla right now for 2025, and most destinations being highlighted are either up and coming, a swing and a miss, or too far-flung to care. Sometimes, the best trips happen when you stick to the icons. Man, does Italy have some icons or what? Although one unknown city was just named Italy’s top …

Summers in Europe can be the stuff of dreams, what with the turquoise Mediterranean coastlines, pastel-colored towns dating back centuries (if not thousands of years), and that laid-back lifestyle you couldn’t easily find elsewhere. On the other hand, it can get unbearably hot. You don’t want to be out and about exploring a stone-built city …

With crowds starting to dissipate across Europe and prices finally dropping after a long summer of inflated rates, you may be pondering whether this fall is the right time to finally go on that long-awaited trip across the pond. The answer is yes: not only is it far less busy, but the weather is far …

Fancy living La Dolce Vita this summer?   If you dream of exploring Italy then a new sleeper train will make it easier than ever to visit 2 Italian cities in one short vacation.   In fact, if you’re really short on time, you can visit them both in one weekend and spend 24 hours …

Dubbed the Eternal City, and indeed one of the world’s oldest ones at that, 2,776 years old and counting, having survived the rise and fall of civilizations, Rome is a bucket list destination for millions of Americans heading to Europe. Sadly, no visit to Rome is exactly, well, stress-free. From the long wait lines at …

As dynamic as the travel industry is, there are a couple of things that always remain constant – France being the most visited country on Earth is one of them. The iconic European hub has topped travel destination rankings for decades now, but as travelers start to grow tired of the overcrowded streets and ever-increasing …