When I moved here 6 years ago, like all foreigners, I had to learn how to grocery shop! Yes, abroad it’s something you actually learn! Why? Well, because everything was different from back home in California. Apart from the fact that I couldn’t speak a word of Italian, groceries were sold in different methods, sizes,[…]
Napoli (Naples), apart from being home of the Italian pizza as we know it, is also one of the most busy and chaotic places in Italy, they say. I have yet to visit Napoli….I hope some time soon! I think Napolitans best describe the wonderful “organized chaos” that exists here in the old world. Some[…]
If you have ever had the misfortune of losing luggage, you know how frustrating it can be trying to remember what you packed inside. Traveling back and forth between Italy and the USA yearly has given me many opportunities of “trial and error” in packing suitcases. I hope you can benefit from some of these[…]
Well, as an American in Sicily, the travel section of the blog just wouldn’t be complete without a section dedicated to Sicily. Below, you’ll find a terrific article and map written by BestOfSicily.com on the top 12 places to visit while in Sicily. “Aeolian Islands: These delightful islands are especially appealing in warmer months, but[…]
Ok, it’s no secret I looooove to travel. Especially since I live in Sicily. If only money was no object! But whenever possible, the hubby and I like to take getaway trips. What I’ve tried to do here, is to list some of the note worthy places to see and places we’ve personally stayed at[…]
