Choosing where to stay in Turin can make a bigger difference than you might expect. While the city feels compact on a map, it’s surprisingly spread out once you start sightseeing. Turin feels far more relaxed than cities such as Rome or Venice, yet it’s actually Italy’s fourth-largest city. Many of the main attractions are…
Planning a weekend in Turin and wondering how to make the most of your time? After spending 2 days in Turin, I came away wondering why more people aren’t talking about it. While visitors flock to Rome, Florence and Venice, Turin quietly gets on with being one of Italy’s most elegant city break destinations. Over…
Before visiting, I never saw Turin mentioned alongside cities like Rome, Florence or Venice and honestly, that’s probably why I ended up loving it so much. As I sat in Piazza San Carlo with an aperitivo and wandered the elegant streets with a pistachio gelato in hand, I kept thinking this might be one of…
We spent two glorious nights in Turin, or Torino as the Italians call it, at the beginning of May and it completely surprised me. I expected grand piazzas, excellent coffee and plenty of history, but I didn’t expect Turin to feel so elegant while still remaining wonderfully local. Compared to Rome or Florence, Turin felt…
If you’re looking for a relaxing, luxury stay in a lavish hotel, this Rome Cavalieri review will give you a true insight into what it’s like to stay at the iconic Rome Cavalieri Waldorf Astoria . Set in an isolated location on the highest hill in Rome, the resort feels wonderfully removed from the busy…
Rome is one of the most beautiful, iconic and most travelled cities in Europe, with a long and fascinating history to match. From ancient ruins and Renaissance art to lively piazzas and world-famous cuisine, the Eternal City has a way of capturing your heart almost instantly. That said, Rome’s popularity does come at a price….