Florence is Italy’s Renaissance masterpiece, and it deservedly features on every first-time visitor’s itinerary. But whether you’ve been to Italy one time or ten, it’s worth coming back here to discover it in-depth!

Sorrento, often considered the gateway to the Amalfi Coast, is a lovely town in its own right and is well worth spending a few days in, especially if you want to travel around the wider region.

A comprehensive guide to the Sicilian city of Modica, in Sicily’s famed Val di Noto.

Scicli, in the famous Val di Noto region of southeastern Sicily, is a little gem that has retained its authenticity and is still refreshingly free of crowds. Come discover it!

Perugia has evolved and changed over the centuries, going from an ancient Etruscan city to a medieval renaissance gem, and now a busy university town bursting with life. It’s an essential stop on any Umbria itinerary.

Hilltop Assisi, with its magnificent Basilica di San Francesco, is one of Umbria’s most visited destinations - and with good reason! Whether you visit as a pilgrim or just to see an iconic Italian city, this is somewhere not to be missed.

Said to have been founded by Hercules himself, the city of Segovia is the stuff of legends. With cobbled streets, fortified walls, and the finest aqueduct in Europe, this is a medieval masterpiece.

The home of Santa Teresa, Ávila is a picturesque and historic city famed for its incredible fortified walls. Just a short ride away from Madrid, it’s one of the best places to visit in central Spain.

Gijón, on the coast of Asturias, is a lively seaside city with a charming historic core, great beaches, and fantastic access to nature and green spaces. With an energy unlike anywhere else in Spain, it’s not to be missed!

Just a short train ride from Madrid, Toledo stands as a testament to the country’s storied past, a nation where cultures have converged throughout history.

The Basque Country’s industrial and cultural powerhouse, Bilbao is one of the coolest cities in Spain.

Often overlooked in favor of its more famous neighbors on the Amalfi Coast, Salerno is a wonderful city that perfectly blends aspects of northern and southern Italy.

Asturias’ capital city of Oviedo regularly gets overlooked in favor of regional powerhouses like San Sebastian, Santiago de Compostela, and Bilbao, but you shouldn’t make that mistake!

The complete guide to visiting the Basque Country’s most elegant city and Northern Spain’s gastronomic capital; San Sebastian!

The complete guide to visiting Santander, one of the jewels of northern Spain.

A comprehensive guide to the Italian city of Trapani. What to see & do, where to stay, how long to spend, and what to eat!

A comprehensive guide to the Italian city of Montepulciano. What to see and do, how long to spend, when to visit, where to eat, and a complete one-day itinerary.

A comprehensive guide to the Italian city of Cortona. How to get there, how long to spend, what to see & do, and a complete one-day itinerary.

A comprehensive guide to the Italian city of Lucca. How to get there, how long to spend, what to see & do, and a complete one-day itinerary.

A comprehensive guide to the Italian city of Pisa. How to get there, how long to spend, what to see & do, and a complete one-day itinerary.