Today I take you to one of my favorite Lombardy hidden gems, the lovely Castle of Chignolo Po, a quaint village that you can easily visit as a half-da...
Wondering what to see in Genoa? Check out this detailed itinerary that uncovers all the beauties of the Ligurian capital in four wonderful days! “I ...
France is not the only country to have a spectacle of purple flowers every year, there are some beautiful fields of lavender in Italy, too! Today I’...
Check out this guide to the best things to see in Monza for a fantastic day trip from Milan. You’ll find a grandiose Royal Villa, a magnificent park...
Today I’m going to share with you my nonna’s recipe to make Limoncello at home. It will make a great handmade digestif for your Italy-themed meals...
With summer fast approaching and me constantly daydreaming of warm sand and that sweet scent of salty air with sunscreen notes, I think it’s tim...
In this article, I’m sharing the recipes of some delicious Italian cocktails to make at home to recreate your little corner of Italy. Take a sip, c...
In this article, I share a list of the prettiest hidden gems to visit in Lombardy that travelers often miss. From cultural attractions to quaint villa...
Just click on the image below or on the banner at the bottom of this article to download a free guide with all my notes and practical tips to help you...
This Italy reading list will take you on a tour around Italy in 20 books, one for each region. I love reading and as you can guess I have a long pile ...
Here are 10 of Italy’s great virtual museum tours that I’ve recently enjoyed while being under lockdown due to the Coronavirus outbreak. While reg...
Here’s a little guide about where to go for some truly unique Carnival celebrations in Italy beyond Venice and confetti. February is Carnival se...
Ciao! I'm Val, an Italian blogger with a huge passion for my country, its culture and traditions. My Italian Diaries is the online space where I share itineraries, activities and off-the-beaten path places to help you experience the best of Italy like a local!
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