LIFESTYLE & TRAVEL INSPIRATION
The oldest surviving osteria in Bologna dates to 1465, and Osteria del Sole still sells wine while guests bring their own food. That detail explains the city better than any list of famous dishes: Bologna eats socially, slowly, and with very little interest in separating shopping, drinking, and dinner. After several visits, I have learned …
May is quieter, but it is not empty The common misconception is that May gives you a deserted Amalfi Coast with guaranteed sunshine. It does not. May is the smart middle ground: warmer water, longer days, open restaurants, and fewer day-tripper bottlenecks than June through August. It is still busy around Positano, Amalfi, and the …
The best Venice Carnival trip is a short, planned visit built around one or two major events, not an attempt to see everything. The 2026 edition runs from January 31 to February 17, with the largest crowds around the opening weekend, the final weekend, and Shrove Tuesday. Book accommodation early, expect slow movement through the …