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  • Arezzo Tuscany
    TRAVEL,  TUSCANY

    Arezzo Tuscany

    Arezzo, Tuscany in Italy is a place for art lovers and shopping fans. Its handsome Medieval square is one of the city’s main attractions, used in the Oscar-winning film “Life is Beautiful”. Arezzo might be a bit out off the well-trodden tourist trail in Italy, but it still has plenty to offer. Arezzo is a rural centre of Etruscan origin, an hour southeast of Florence in Tuscany, Italy. It’s well worth a visit, especially since it’s easy to reach by train. This makes it an ideal day trip if you’re based in Florence. You can see all the major sights in a day, without having to fight through crowds. It’s…

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    ITALY

    Italia (Italy) is a country very rich in history, food, traditions, landscapes and culture and I’m lucky to be able to not only Travel in Italy but also LIVE IN ITALY! Traces of Italy’s great past having been home to the Roman Empire, its history can be found all over the country. The best way to experience the history & culture of Italy is by immersing in some towns and villages. Let me break it down for you what Italia is composed of: There are 20 Regions in Italia, these are ; REGIONE (REGIONS) CAPOLUOGO (CAPITAL) Abruzzo L’Aquila Basilicata Potenza Calabria Catanzaro Campania Napoli Emilia Romagna Bologna Friuli-Venezia Giulia Trieste…

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  • RAVELLO Amalfi Coast
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    Breathtakingly beautiful, Ravello sits above the Amalfi Coast’s seaside fishing villages. Ravello is also known as The Balcony Of The Coastiera Amalfitana. Ravello, unlike the majority of towns on Italy’s Amalfi Coast, is not on the sea. Perched on a hilltop more than 1200 feet (~365 meters) above the Mediterranean and far removed from the crowds that flock to the sea towns of Amalfi and Positano, Ravello is the hidden treasure on the Coastiera Amalfitana. Its villas and vistas have enchanted visitors for centuries. Famous actors, authors, composers, and artists have come here for refuge and inspiration. Join me on my Adventures in Italy!

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  • MILAN WHAT I WORE
    FASHION,  Casual Look,  MILAN,  Style Tips,  Summer + Spring

    What I wore in MILAN!

    Milan is the City of Fashion, that goes to say, you have to dress for it! So here’s What I wore in MILAN! I wore this simple basic outfit yet I made it more Glam! Here are my outfit photos (thot I’d pop them here because I looked fine as he*l! Don’t forget to check out my YouTube channel where I post my Travel Adventures across Italy & PLEASE SUBSCRIBE !

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  • Girls Trip in Italy
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    Italy is an amazing travel destination and in my channel, I get to show you the beautiful places to visit in Italy, and foods to try (every region in Italy has its speciality) and for the history lovers, I get to share the history of the places and also since I live in Rome, I show you the Hidden Gems of Rome that most Tourists miss to see. Join me on my Adventures in Italy!

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  • Maiori - Amalfi Coast
    TRAVEL,  AMALFI COAST,  CAMPANIA,  ITALY TOP 10

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    Let’s explore Maiori – Amalfi Coast! The Amalfi Coast ( Costiera Amalfitana ) is famous for it’s beautiful beaches overlooking colourful villages on the mountains in the Campania region of Italy and there are 13 towns / villages on the Amalfi Coast: Amalfi, Atrani, Cetara, Conca de’ Marini, Furore, Maiori, Minori, Positano, Praiano, Ravello, Scala, Tramonti, and Vietri sul Mare. Maiori’s wide stretch of beach, covering about a kilometre of the Italian coastline in fine and coarse sand, is the town’s biggest attraction, making it a lively and popular destination. The historic town of Maiori is one of the most vibrant on the Costiera Amalfitana, with a friendly Mediterranean atmosphere…

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    LAZIO,  TRAVEL

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    A few kilometres from Civita di Bagnoregio, also known as the DYING CITY , there is a beautiful village, that few people know. CELLENO “The Ghost Village” Celleno, a village perched on a tuff spur in the province of Viterbo, not even far from Orvieto, has much in common with the more famous Lazio village, both united by a sad destiny and common events. Celleno was first hit by epidemics, then by landslides, terrible events that occurred in unspecified years, and finally destroyed by an earthquake in 1931. The fact is that from the end of 1800 it was abandoned. Today it is considered a GHOST TOWN! The new village…

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  • Graffignano Snail festival - Sagra della Lumaca
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    TRAVEL,  AMALFI COAST,  CAMPANIA,  ITALY TOP 10

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1️⃣ Plan and book in advance: Popular tourist attractions such as Colosseum & the Vatican museums can get crowded during the summer. Also, use Skip-the-Line Tickets to save time and avoid waiting in long queues.

2️⃣ 📸 If you want to take great pictures on most famous landmarks, you need to arrive super early (like before 7AM).

3️⃣ 🤳Stay vigilant against pickpockets: Keep an eye on your belongings, use a money belt or secure bag, and be cautious of your surroundings, especially in busy tourist spots such as Fontana di Trevi, Spanish steps, and public transportation. Be cautious of street peddlers, the most popular is a guy that approaches you and puts a bracelet on your wrist. First, it’s for free but then he wants you to pay for the bracelet.

4️⃣👮‍♂️Validate Your Train and Bus Tickets: When using public transportation, ALWAYS validate your tickets BEFORE boarding to avoid hefty fines.

5️⃣ 💦Bring a reusable water bottle. Rome has many public water fountains (nasoni) where you can refill your water bottle for free. Stay hydrated, especially during the hotter months.

6️⃣ 👗Be Mindful of Dress Codes: When visiting churches or religious sites, it's important to dress appropriately. BOTH men and women should cover their shoulders and knees. Carry a scarf or shawl to cover up if needed.

7️⃣ 📒Learn Basic Italian Phrases: Locals appreciate the effort, and it can make communication smoother, especially in smaller towns where English may be less commonly spoken. Learn a few basic Italian phrases, greet people with a friendly "Buongiorno" or "Buonasera."

8️⃣ 👟Wear comfortable shoes. The best way to explore Rome is by walking and you’ll walk ... A LOT!

9️⃣ 👩‍💻 Buy tickets from the official websites. The prices vary a lot.

🔟🏧Carry Cash: While credit cards are widely accepted, it's a good idea to carry some cash for smaller establishments, markets, or when traveling to more rural areas where card acceptance may be limited.

EXTRA TIP as one who lives in Italy:

👌 There are NO shoulder seasons, unless it's raining hailstones or floods 😅. So you WILL find crowds.
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