Many Americans I’ve spoken with about my time in Rome always assume that the cost-of-living is roughly equivalent to living in NYC – nope! This is certainly not the case. Not only is Rome not near as expensive as NYC, it’s one of the most affordable major European cities to live. While it’s certainly more …
Teatro Olimpico, one of Palladio’s best known works in Vicenza, shown from the interior displaying the trompe l’oeil.
Rome is one of those cities that’s just so stunningly beautiful, it’s almost incomprehensible that this list would even be necessary. Still, with so many hidden gems and underrated views, I’d be doing a disservice to the city I once called home if I didn’t compile this list for the blog. So, here they are …
If there’s one cuisine that I could eat forever, I would have to say it’s Italian. The pastas, the pizzas, the different flavor profiles – I love it all. Nobody does tradition and simplicity quite like the Italians. Since they place such a high value on the quality of the ingredients, Italian dishes are pretty …
Filled with medieval villages, necropoli, and beautiful forests… the Tuscia region of Italy makes for an easy escape from the hustle and bustle of Rome. The region constitutes multiple areas that were historically under Etruscan influence. The name ‘Tuscia’ is derived from the ancient name of ‘Etruria,’ which arose following the Roman conquest. Today, the …
There’s something about train travel that is just oh-so-appealing to me. Maybe it’s the old-world romance, or simply the fact that trains don’t have turbulence! I actually didn’t have much of a choice when booking the overnight train from Rome to Vienna. I was traveling with my dog, Andre, who is just over the weight …
Thinking about taking the leap and moving to the Eternal City? Congrats! Italy is amazing (duhh), and Rome is a wonderful city. It doesn’t come without its quirks, though, so if you want to be prepared for daily life, read on. Here’s the ultimate list of things to know before moving to Rome. cost of …
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Hand covered in dirt holding three black truffles while truffle hunting in Italy.
