A Complete Guide to Visiting Elba Island, from Napoleon’s Villas to the Best Beaches and Where to Stay Elba island lies in the Tyrrhenian Sea off the coast of Tuscany, the largest island in the…
Things to Do in Amalfi, Plus Beaches, Ravello, and Where to Stay Amalfi often gets treated as a quick stop on a longer coastal itinerary, an hour or two between Positano and Ravello. That undersells…
Things to Do in Fiesole, Plus Where to Eat and Stay Fiesole sits in the hills above Florence, and the bus ride down into the city takes barely 20 minutes. That’s close enough that I’d…
Planning a trip to Italy and confused about hotel ratings? You’re not alone. Italy’s government-regulated star rating system works completely differently than ratings in the United States or other countries. That charming 2-star boutique hotel…
Last Updated: December 5, 2025 by Kim’s Italy This is the luxurious Ara Maris, a stunning 5-star retreat where contemporary elegance meets Mediterranean vibes. During my recent visit to Sorrento, I had the pleasure of…