A Guide to Solo Hiking Tre Cime di Lavaredo: Tips for Women + First-Timers
The first time I saw Tre Cime di Lavaredo, I stopped in my tracks. These three jagged limestone peaks tower over the…
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A Short and Sweet Guide to the Aosta Christmas Market (“Marché Vert Noël” )
If you’re looking for a Christmas market in Italy that feels festive but not overwhelming, the Aosta Christmas Market (Marché Vert Noël)…
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Palaronda Trek Itinerary: A 4-Day Solo Hike Through the Pale di San Martino
The Dolomites are full of famous hikes—but the Palaronda Trek isn’t popular because it’s easy or Instagram-friendly. It’s popular because it stays…
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3-Day Venice Itinerary During Carnevale: How to Experience the Magic Without the Chaos
Welcome to my 3-day Venice Carnival (Carnevale) itinerary—born from the fact that my first visit was pure chaos. Venice Carnival (Carnevale) is…
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How to See St. Mark’s Basilica & Doge’s Palace in One Day (Without Losing Your Mind)
For years, I avoided going inside St. Mark’s Basilica and the Doge’s Palace — even though I live just outside Venice. Every…
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Inside Asiago’s Caseificio Pennar: The Craft Behind Italy’s Iconic Cheese
There’s something almost cinematic about driving up to the Altopiano dei Sette Comuni, where the Veneto lowlands fall away, and the landscape…
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Where to Stay Before & After the Alta Via 1: A Solo Hiker’s Guide to the Dolomites (2026 Edition)
Before you start stressing about rifugio bookings on the Alta Via 1, make sure you’ve locked in something just as important: where…
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How to Get from Venice to Vicenza (2026 Guide)
I have had so many emails in my inbox about people asking me, “What’s the best way to get to Vicenza?” and…
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How to Get from Venice Marco Polo Airport to Cortina d’Ampezzo (2026 Guide)
When your plane lands at Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), you’re already closer to the Dolomites than you might think. This is…
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Verona Christmas Market 2025: Your Honest & Magical Guide to Mercatini di Natale di Verona
The Christmas season arrives in Verona gradually, almost quietly. A few lights appear, the air cools, the Arena casts longer shadows at…
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The Truth About Gondola Rides in Venice (And How to Make Yours Worth Every Euro)
If you’re planning a trip to Venice, chances are the idea of taking a gondola ride has crossed your mind. Maybe it’s…
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Trattoria All’Angelo: A Cooking Experience Solo Travelers will Love
As a solo traveler always chasing local flavor and off-the-beaten-path experiences, I wasn’t sure what I was getting into when I signed…
