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The Cinque Terre is a colorful collection of fishing villages in Italy, along what is known as the Italian Riviera. In recent years, it’s become so popular, that for those looking for a bit quieter, less-touristed and perhaps more authentic…

Visiting a bar in Italy and enjoying popular Italian coffee drinks is one of the most pleasurable ways to immerse yourself in Italian culture. Spending time, either inside or at a table outside is a must for any traveler. In…

No doubt about it, Tuscan wine is delicious. And even though it’s tasty at your own dinner table, there’s no better way to sample it then by touring the vineyards and wineries in Tuscany.  Otherwise known as “the source”.  You…

Almost every traveler wants to visit the iconic Eiffel Tower as part of their Paris travel plans.  So it stands to reason that you’ll be fighting the crowds with the millions of other visitors who have come to enjoy it…

The key to packing light is to be able to think outside the box and find ways to lighten your load before you travel.  Thanks to smartphone technology and trillions of available apps it’s easier than ever to replace some…

As someone who adores France and has come to appreciate its quirkiness and differences, I can tell you that isn’t always the case when I talk to people in both my real life and my Internet life.  I am still…

You may remember I posted Italian language terms for food shopping in Italy, which should be helpful for your travels.  But at some point during your trip, you’re obviously going to venture out to eat. Truth be told, if you’re…

I was having a conversation with a potential client the other day who is in the early stages of planning a first trip to Italy.  Since he is Italian-American, he wanted it to be an authentic experience.  As we were…

It’s no secret that Paris is a gourmet food paradise.  Just stroll though any food market or dine at any restaurant, bistro or brasserie with a good reputation and you’ll understand what I mean. The best food in Paris is…