The northern Italian city of Padua is truly a gem full of amazing things to discover. Not only is it home to some beautiful architecture and a series of fantastic 14th century frescoes but also to the second-largest square in Europe and the oldest Botanical Garden in the World. Personally, I’m a sucker for Parks…
Is Getting a JR-Pass Still Worth It? Everything to Know About the Japan Rail Pass for Tourists
Updated in January 2025 – this guide includes the new prices and all the current information. Japan is not only a wonderfully unique destination in terms of its beautiful cultural sights and amazing landscapes, but it’s also one of the most traveler-friendly countries we ever came across, especially when it comes to Public Transport. The…
The 14th-Century Fresco Cycles of Padua, Italy – Which of the UNESCO Sites Are Worth Visiting?
Pretty Padua in Northern Italy’s Veneto Region seems to dwell in the shadow of its more famous neighbours Venice and Verona and therefore only sees a fraction of their visitor numbers. For that reason alone, we wanted to drop by and explore the beautiful historical city centre and stroll around the World’s oldest Botanical Garden….
Exploring Villa Zileri near Vicenza – One of Northern Italy’s Prettiest Villas
Countless palazzos and villas dot the hills surrounding the northern Italian city of Vicenza but you’d be hard-pressed to find one as unique as Villa Zileri. Not only does it feature a salon decorated with paintings created by Giambattista Tiepolo but there’s also a chapel covered in beautiful frescoes and a grotto embellished with thousands…
10 Amazing Things to do in Vicenza, Italy – The Ultimate Guide to the City of Palladio
Lying about halfway between the northern Italian tourist favourites of Verona and Padua, quaint Vicenza sees only a fraction of their visitor numbers but those travelers who decide to stop and check it out are in for a treat. The entire city is an architectural delight, thanks to the efforts of the immensely influential 16th…
A Driving Tour through the Valpolicella-Region – A fun Day Trip from Verona
Italian cities are usually chock-full of culture and history, which makes them such fun places to explore, but after a while it’s likely that you’ll fall prey to that old museum fatigue. In our experience, there’s no better way to replenish our energy than by taking tours of the beautiful countryside surrounding the cities. The…
Italy’s Gravity-Defying Madonna della Corona Sanctuary – A Great Day Trip from Lake Garda
Undoubtedly one of the most striking sights in the Veneto Region, the Sanctuary of the Madonna della Corona clings dramatically to the side of a cliff, hundreds of meters over the valley floor. Dating back to the 15th century, the Basilica is one of Italy’s most important pilgrimage sites, therefore drawing worshippers and tourists in…
The 4 Must-See Churches in the UNESCO-listed Centre of Verona, Italy
While northern Italy’s Verona draws its fair share of visitors due to the fact that it’s the setting of Romeo and Juliet, there are plenty more reasons to hang around here after following in the footsteps of the star-crossed lovers. Apart from some fascinating remains from the times of the Roman Empire, the city features…
What to Know About Visiting the Locations from Romeo and Juliet in Verona, Italy
Beautiful Verona is one of our favourite cities in Northern Italy’s Veneto Region, due to its wonderfully preserved medieval city core and the many vestiges of Roman architecture. Still, today it’s probably best known as the principal setting of William Shakespeare’s 1597 Play Romeo and Juliet. While it’s clear that the source material the Bard…
The Best Hotels, Hostels and Guesthouses in Leipzig, Germany
The charming student city of Leipzig has increasingly developed from a well-kept secret to a must-see stop on every Germany itinerary over the past few years. The wonderful mix of history and modernity, the vibrant art scene and laid-back atmosphere are reason enough to hang around for a while. Add to that some architectural marvels…