It’s no secret that I love Italy but my favorite location of the land of pasta, gelato and barrels of vino, is the Amalfi Coast. From the dramatic coastlines and rich blue sea, to the unique local dishes, it is a place I could go back to over and over again. And more and more […]
UNDER THE TUSCAN SUN : LUCCA
Italy has to be one of my favorite countries…from the incredible food, the gorgeous landscapes, delicious food, and what I’m featuring today…the most charming villages. On a recent jaunt to Tuscany, we stumbled onto Lucca, an adorable walled Renaissance town. It felt like a step back in time, and what most people hope for and expect […]
LIVING LA VIDA LOCANDA
Locanda : NOUN ; in continental Europe, especially Italy : a small hotel, guest house, or inn. You are all well aware of my love for Italy, if for no other reason than the fact that I’ve been back seven times since moving abroad. And yet, I still hadn’t come across the term “Locanda”. But our […]
OCTOBER IN EUROPE : WHERE TO GO
Autumn is in the air… the cool breeze, the changing leaves, the bags are packed and the flights are taking off. Not what you expected?! Well truthfully, it’s the best time of year to sneak away to Europe! The summer crowd has died down a bit, the weather is enjoyable, and of course, it’s still Europe. […]
LUXURY ON THE ITALIAN COAST : LA PESCHIERA
A piece of luxury on the Adriatic Coast, La Peschiera is an intimate, elegant complex offering stunning views and incredible amenities. A former fishing hatchery, this hotel is a piece of paradise, earning its’ name of the list of Small Luxury Hotels of the world. Each masterfully designed room offers sea views and access to […]