travel – The Italianized Blonde

Part 1: An Overview. Our Trip to Cagliari, Sardinia

June 9, 2017

After a busy month of travel and work, I’m finally getting back in the swing of things with the blog, and I am so excited to get to share photos and some details about Emily and my trip to Sardina over the Easter holiday! Springtime in Italy is a crazy period full of festivities. Easter ...

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Packing List for a Mediterranean Beach Vacation

April 29, 2017

A few weeks ago, I took a short trip to Sardinia, an island in the south of Italy (slightly above Sicily). It is famous for its beaches and amazing weather all year round! I had been wanting to go for a long time and finally, after being in Italy for three years, decided it was about time to ...

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30 Day Challenge – Italian Summer Ready

April 13, 2017

It is well into the New Year, and our resolutions to tone up, eat clean and work on that 2017 six-pack has been delayed too long.. three and a half months to be exact. Travelling has taken priority, because, let’s face it, we can always change our resolutions to next year but you’re not ...

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Barcelona Travel Guide

March 24, 2017

Barcelona, Spain has been one of my top most loved travel destinations yet. From the seaside cafes, outdoor markets, and authentic tapas to the rich culture and young energy this city brought me to life the moment I stepped in. It even managed to convince me to extend my trip a day longer so I ...

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“5 Ways I Prepared My Move Abroad”

March 11, 2017

Many people have asked me since I have moved abroad how I made the decision to make this huge life change, why Italy, and how I can afford to stay.

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A Roman Holiday: A Weekend Under 100€

February 28, 2017

Rome, the Eternal city, a place everyone must see at least once, and you don’t need to be a princess to afford it (if you haven’t seen the classic film with Audrey Hepburn, check it out). Rome is ancient and beautiful, and brimming full of history and art! As a young couple, any ...

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Rome, These walls were built on Frascati.

February 23, 2017

It is not hard to find me with wine. Peeking over a fence at a neighbour’s vines, searching for a wine title in a bookshop, looking at the wine menu first in a restaurant, travelling for wine, doing business in a wine bar.. if I have coffee in my right hand, wine is in my left (ok, not ...

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Cinque Terre Travel

February 22, 2017

Cinque Terre was a top destination spot to see when I first came to Italy. I was so excited to experience the beauty and see the picturesque towns hanging on the cliffs and lining the coast line with all its colors and allure. Within one week of moving to Turin I booked a train ticket and ...

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Top London Districts to Explore

February 15, 2017

Top of the morning to you! Isn’t it a darling day to talk travel? Since we will be discussing London, England it is only necessary that everyone read with British accents and pretend to daintily sip on a cup of tea and eat freshly baked biscuits with jam and clotted cream (you know you ...

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The Historic Charm of Turin

February 10, 2017

For almost two full years, I have happily been calling Turin (Torino), Italy home! I have a cozy little apartment in a building that dates back to the late 1800’s. It is comfortably situated in the heart of the city. Every morning, I take the dog for a walk, and still every single time I step ...