by Sarah Wilson | Aug 26, 2024 | Europe, Italy, Travel
On my two-week adventure around Puglia using public transportation, my next stop after Lecce was Ostuni, an easy 90-minute train ride away. I recommend spending at least two nights in the city so you can enjoy one full day in Ostuni. Known as “La Città...
by Sarah Wilson | Aug 1, 2024 | Europe, Italy, Travel
I loved Locorotondo; it was probably my favourite spot on my two-week trip around Puglia. It’s also an excellent base for exploring the nearby trulli town of Alberobello, but strangely and thankfully, it has far fewer visitors. The pretty town of...
by Sarah Wilson | Jul 22, 2024 | Europe, Italy, Travel
Located on Italy’s Adriatic coast, roughly 30 kilometres south of Bari, Monopoli is a picturesque coastal town in the Puglia region. Two days in Monopoli offer the perfect chance to enjoy its historical charm, relax on beautiful beaches, indulge in delicious...
by Sarah Wilson | Jul 1, 2024 | Europe, Italy, Travel
Located on the stunning Adriatic coast in the Puglia region of southern Italy, Polignano a Mare is a picturesque town renowned for its dramatic cliffs, whitewashed houses, and crystal-clear waters. Just a 15-minute train ride from Bari, this lovely destination offers...
by Sarah Wilson | Jun 21, 2024 | Europe, Italy, Travel
Alberobello is located in the Puglia region in southern Italy, renowned for its unique and picturesque trulli houses. You will spot trulli all over Puglia, but Alberobello has the most extensive collection of just trulli buildings in one place! These traditional...
by Sarah Wilson | Jun 18, 2024 | Europe, Italy, Travel, Travel Tips
Bari Vecchia, Bari’s historic centre, sits on the beautiful Adriatic coast in southern Italy. It’s a lovely old town with its labyrinth of narrow, winding streets, impressive churches, and incredibly delicious street food. Whether you’re planning a short city break,...
by Sarah Wilson | Apr 2, 2024 | Europe, Italy, Travel
I love Sicily; luckily, it’s just a short hop by plane or a 90-minute fast ferry ride away from my home in Malta. In this blog post, I’ll show you some of the most beautiful cities and towns in Sicily, from stunning views of Mount Etna to charming hilltop towns,...
by Sarah Wilson | Jan 30, 2024 | Europe, Italy, Travel
Have you ever considered taking an Italian course in Florence and exploring this gorgeous city? Well, I spent a week doing just that. What To Expect On A One-Week Intensive Italian Course In Florence In the mornings, I studied Italian on a one-week intensive...
