Our Sicilian adventure began in Castellammare del Golfo, with a stay at La Battigia in Alcamo Marina. Highlights included exploring charming streets, the beautiful Spiaggia dei Faraglioni in Scopello, and enjoying sunset at the Marsala salt pans. Castellammare serves as a perfect base for discovering western Sicily’s enchanting sights.
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Experience Luxury at St. Regis Florence: A 24-Hour Getaway
The St. Regis Florence epitomizes luxury hospitality and elegance, having been a favored spot since the 18th century. A recent stay included a signature champagne sabrage and a stunning suite with views of the Arno River. The experience featured a lavish breakfast and visits to local gems like a Christmas market, gelateria, and fine dining at Osteria Cipolla Rossa. A memorable occasion indeed.
Our Sicilian minimoon at La Foresteria, Planeta Estate, Menfi, Sicily
A 5 day minimoon at La Foresteria, La Planeta estate, Sicily.
Palermo before Christmas
When someone says Palermo, you don’t think of the sea, or at least I don’t. I think of the food. The Sicilian specialties. So it was all the more special to visit this City and be so close to the water. Yes I know, it’s an island bla bla bla, but I just don’t think…
Discover Byblos Art Hotel: A Spa Retreat Near Verona
After ‘doing’ Verona very well, we decided we wanted a day off and went in search of a hotel with pool and spa for some r&r. What a find we made and all I can say is WOW! The photos speak for themselves, a unique space in what seemed like the middle of nowhere, yet…
Trieste – a short overnight stay
Somewhere my husband (previously known as ‘The Other Half’) has wanted to go for a while but it didn’t really float my boat, for absolutely no reason at all. However, after deciding to take a drive over to Croatia from Italy for a mini break, Trieste was a good place to stop on the way…
A week in Verona and Lake Garda
Just discovered this one in my drafts. We visited here pre blogging days (2016) so forgive the brevity, lack of specifics and basic writing! A part of Italy I had yet to discover and I’m gutted I waited so long. This was a trip that was very special, because it was with my other half…
Lake Como, Winter Wonder
So our annual birthday weekend away to Malta by air actually turned into a weekend in Lake Como by car (from Pisa) instead due to a sick dog. We had planned a lovely weekend with some friends from over the water in California, but sadly, it was not to be. Don’t worry the lake air…
Exploring the enchanting wine estate of Villa Cosmiana, Tuscany
A Perfect Blend of History, Architecture, and Wine Welcome to the medieval city of Peccioli, located between Pisa and Volterra. This week, I took a second visit to a place that caters to the passions of history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and wine connoisseurs alike. The breathtaking estate of Villa Cosmiana, a hidden gem where time…
Pienza & Bagno Vignoni, Tuscany
We came away for a little snippet of relaxation, it was the other half’s birthday and his sister had come to stay for a week so we decided to take him on a magical mystery tour and started off in Bagno Vignoni with a population of only 300 people. A medieval village in San Quirico…
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