What began as an Etruscan settlement around 900 BC is now the bustling and thriving city of Sienna. Located in Tuscany, this medieval city is a dazzling place to visit with ornate architecture, famous works of art, and an interesting history. Not quite as famous as Rome, Venice or Florence, yet this UNESCO listed city... Continue Reading →
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Great things never came from comfort zones. Anonymous Hvar, Croatia
Three Weeks in Croatia
I still have more to share from our time in Umbria and Tuscany, but we’re currently in Croatia, and it’s so amazingly beautiful here that I just had to interrupt my Italy series to share photos of the stunning scenery. Old Town Dubrovnik We spent our first week in Dubrovnik where we walked the walls,... Continue Reading →
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Croatia is what dreams are made of. Unknown Dubrovnik, Croatia
Beautiful Villages of Umbria and Tuscany
Umbria and Tuscany are both beautiful places to visit filled with art, architecture, history and hidden treasures; one could easily spend months there and still not see everything. The hillsides dotted with ancient villages seem to be so numerous that it’s hard to pick just a few to visit. They’re all picturesque, welcoming and will... Continue Reading →
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If you want to see paradise on earth, come to Dubrovnik. George Bernard Shaw Dubrovnik, Croatia
Assisi, Italy
The famous village of Assisi, located on the slopes of Mt. Subasio in Umbria, is an incredible place to visit, filled with history, architecture, art, all to be discovered along its cobbled, narrow streets, and alleyways. People flock here for the art, and food; some come on a pilgrimage, and others come to experience this... Continue Reading →
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Climb the mountain so you can see the world, not so the world can see you. David McCullough Spoleto, Italy
Umbria, Italy
We are enjoying the Italian portion of our vacation with most of our time concentrated in Umbria. This region is known for vineyards, olive groves, and amazingly well preserved, ancient hilltop villages, including Assisi, Spoleto, and Spello, just to name a few. Bevagna was one of the villages on our must see list. Once a... Continue Reading →