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A split screen image of a pink walled shop in Murano on the left and colourful buildings in Burano on the right in Venice, Italy. Photo copyright and credit: Author

Murano and Burano – the glass making islands of Venice, Italy: How to get there and what to see

By Travel Maker April 14, 2024

Murano and Burano are two islands in Venice, Italy, that are rarely mentioned when speaking of Venice. They are easy to get to and well worth the trip. What is…

Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence, Italy. Photo copyright and credit: Author

Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence, Italy: what to do, what to expect, and how to get there + Is it worth going to

By Travel Maker April 12, 2024

Piazzale Michelangelo is a popular scenic lookout in Florence, Italy. The public square was built in the 19th century and is situated at the top of a hill so visitors…

Person holding a 10 Euro note and some coins.

Rome on a shoestring budget: Free and low cost ways to see Rome, Italy

By Travel Maker April 7, 2024

Learn about how to see Rome on a low budget, including free attractions, transport passes and food and drink.

4 costs to expect and budget for when travelling in Italy

By Travel Maker April 7, 2024

Read about the four costs you need to budget for each traveller when travelling in Italy, and why you should ensure each person has spare change.

An image split diagonally in half from top left to bottom right featuring the Trevi Fountain on the left and the aqueduct on the right.

The Roman Aqueducts and the Trevi Fountain: What they are and how to get there + 2 Bonus activities for tourists

By Travel Maker April 1, 2024

Information about the Roman aqueducts and Trevi Fountain in Rome, Italy, for tourists and how to get there.

A 9-grid picture featuring the 9 top attractions in Rome: top left to bottom right: Colosseum, Trevi Fountain, Aqueduct, Castel Sant'Angelo, Pantheon dome, Vatican Museum hallway, Vittoriano building, teh dome inside St Peter's Basilica, Roman Forum.

Rome Attractions: The top 9 attractions in Rome, Italy 2024

By Travel Maker March 13, 2024

Find out what the top 9 attractions for Rome in 2024 are, and which one will be out of action for almost the entire year.

Wide shot of the Colosseum on the right, Velian Hill in the center, and Arch of Constantine on the left in Rome, Italy.

How to visit the Colosseum and Roman Forum

By Travel Maker February 21, 2024

How to get to the Colosseum and Roman Forum and the different ticket types The Colosseum is the most recognisable landmark of Rome and one of the most recognisable landmarks…

A wide shot of Riomaggiore in Cinque Terre in Italy showing the buildings on the cliffs. In the background are the green terraces for planting and a cloudless blue summer sky. Part of the dark blue ocean is seen in the foreground.

Cinque Terre, Italy: A practical guide for first-time visitors – where to stay, how to get there and what to expect

By Travel Maker January 17, 2024

Cinque Terre is a group of five small coastal towns in the Liguria region on the western side of Italy. The area is a UNESCO World Heritage site, well known for…

A trip to the Cinque Terre, Italy: Beautiful views and the disappointing seafood

By Travel Maker January 17, 2024

What my visit to Cinque Terre was really like

13 Free and paid things to do in Venice, Italy

By Travel Maker August 4, 2023

A non-exhaustive list of 13 free and paid things to do in Venice, Italy (plus a well kept secret).

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Murano and Burano – the glass making islands of Venice, Italy: How to get there and what to see

Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence, Italy: what to do, what to expect, and how to get there + Is it worth going to

Rome on a shoestring budget: Free and low cost ways to see Rome, Italy

4 costs to expect and budget for when travelling in Italy

The Roman Aqueducts and the Trevi Fountain: What they are and how to get there + 2 Bonus activities for tourists

Rome Attractions: The top 9 attractions in Rome, Italy 2024

How to visit the Colosseum and Roman Forum

Cinque Terre, Italy: A practical guide for first-time visitors – where to stay, how to get there and what to expect

A trip to the Cinque Terre, Italy: Beautiful views and the disappointing seafood

13 Free and paid things to do in Venice, Italy

Quick guide to 4 architectural attractions in Barcelona you can see on a budget

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The aurora borealis (northern lights): what it is, how to increase your chances of seeing them, and the best time to see them in Reykjavik, Iceland

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