Safari Crafted 
I’ll never forget my first morning in Italy. Bleary-eyed from travel but buzzing with anticipation, I arrived at the Vatican Museums just as the doors opened. What followed was an overwhelming flood of masterpieces—ancient sculptures, Renaissance tapestries, corridors lined with gold. But nothing prepared me for the moment I stepped inside the Sistine Chapel. Craning … Read more
When I visited Italy for the first time, I overshot my budget by about 30%. That is a significant amount. Some of that came about by eating in tourist trap restaurants, being fined for not validating tickets, buying some tickets at the last minute, and just spoiling myself (YOLO). For that reason, I knew other … Read more
After waiting outside the Accademia Gallery for about 30 minutes—despite having booked a skip-the-line ticket weeks in advance—I was finally ushered inside to see the masterpiece I’d always dreamed of: Michelangelo’s David! I’d already seen the replicas in Piazza della Signoria and Piazzale Michelangelo, but I wanted to experience the real thing—and it didn’t disappoint. What … Read more
After months of planning and dreaming, you’ve arrived in Italy—jetlagged, maybe a little disoriented, but buzzing with excitement. You drop your bags at the hotel, freshen up, and immediately think: Food. I need real Italian food right now. Here’s where many travelers make their first mistake. In your hunger and exhaustion, you might stumble into the … Read more
After an unforgettable evening admiring the sunset from Piazzale Michelangelo in Florence, my wife and I—exhausted from clocking over 30,000 steps that day—decided to head back to our hotel. Craving a quick, satisfying meal, we stopped at Pino’s Sandwiches, a cozy spot we’d enjoyed before. As we placed our order and the waitress warmed our … Read more
During our first trip to Rome, my wife and I made a classic rookie mistake—one that cost us €150 for a single meal and left us feeling like walking tourist clichés. Here’s how it happened, so you can avoid the same trap. It was around 7 PM, and we were strolling from the Vatican back to our … Read more
Italy is easily my favorite travel destination I mean it’s home to ancient ruins, Renaissance art, mouthwatering cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes. Rome is also my favorite city on earth. However, like any other popular tourist hotspot, it also attracts scammers looking to take advantage of unsuspecting visitors. And it’s like they are improving their craft … Read more
I know this is a subjective topic, but let us have it anyway. In case you agree or disagree with me, let us engage in the comments. I’ve just returned from my third trip to Italy, and with each visit, my love for this extraordinary country deepens. There’s something magical about Italy—the way the golden light … Read more
My wife and I had always dreamed of visiting Italy. For us, it wasn’t just about ticking off a bucket list — it was a longing for something deeper. We’re passionate about history, culture, mouthwatering food, and excellent wine — and where better to begin that journey than in Rome, a city that’s basically all … Read more
After spending two glorious weeks exploring Rome, Florence, and Venice, my wife and I found ourselves in Milan for the final leg of our Italian adventure. While Milan lacks the overwhelming historical grandeur of Italy’s other major cities, it holds its own unique charm – primarily through the awe-inspiring Duomo di Milano and the elegant … Read more