30 Things to Do with Kids in Italy
If you’ve followed along on this website for a while, you know that Italy is my favorite country thanks to my background in art…
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Why do Italians Always Look Good?
Recently when asked about the connection between fashion and travel, my mind kept returning to the travel experience when fashion actually felt real and…
Best Italy Instagram Accounts
It’s no secret that I’ve been fascinated by life in Italy since I first stayed in the Oltrarno area of Florence during my study…
When in Italy: Art, Kids, & a Day Camp
“Little by little, one travels far.” –J.R.R. Tolkien Shannon Kenny is the editor of the Italy family travel site Italiakids. Shannon’s views are formed from…
Love It or Leave It?
What problems exist in your country? Do you feel so fed up with your home country that you consider leaving it? What elements make…
A Sacred Conversation in a Church in Venice
I’ve had a hard time writing this post, trying to eloquently explain its purposes, so I’ll just keep it simple and lay them out…
Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy Florence: Visiting a Historic Pharmacy
Santa Maria Novella Pharmacy Florence: The Officina Profumo Farmaceutica di Santa Maria Novella in Florence, Italy is a place I had heard much about…
The Best Place to See Caravaggio in Rome
You may know that when I write about traveling to see art, it’s usually about the Italian Renaissance. This time I’m sticking with Italy…
Where to See the Beginning of the Renaissance
A recent conversation about art beginnings immediately brought me to the beginning of the Renaissance, which is, many would argue, also the beginning of…
30 Best Things to Do in Florence, Italy
Florence is my favorite city in the world, and I’ve been fortunate enough to visit 7 times and study Italian Renaissance art history there….