Italy is as crowded as I have ever seen it. While cities like Florence, Rome, and Venice should be on anybody’s list of destinations in Italy, her sister cities are worth a look when choosing a base from which to explore. Enter stage right the lovely Lucca. A gem in the heart of Tuscany, I’m […]
The Tour Guy
Author: Ian Sumpter
Once a great maritime power, Pisa today is most famous for its tower’s famous engineering defect. She is so much more than its famous leaning tower, and the best way to discover that is to wait for the day-trippers to leave and explore the vibrant piazzas, Romanesque architecture, and vibrant nightlife scene that come with […]
Sintra has enchanted visitors for centuries and is enjoying a resurgence in popularity right now. There is an abundance of options when it comes to visiting Sintra, you can stay in the historic town, in a beach resort, in the middle of the forest, or travel in from Lisbon or Cascais. I’ve been leading tours […]
Lisbon is the sunniest capital in Europe, enjoying over 300 days of sunshine per year. She is old, the second oldest capital in Europe. The Rio Tejo runs through her like a blue ribbon glistening in the southern European sun. Yet she is vibrant, bustling, and in many respects modern. With so much to see […]
Portugal has been one of the most in-vogue destinations over the last few years. Sintra is a big part of that success, with a history that spans millennia, a rich gastronomical culture, beautiful natural environments, and everything in between. It can be hard to figure out where and how to spend your time. Well, don’t […]
A fashionable hotspot for nobility and the glitterati since the 1800s, Taormina is again in the spotlight thanks to HBO’s smash hit ‘The White Louts.’ So, if you plan on taking a trip to Sicily this year, you’re not the only one. Thankfully we have you covered with our guide on The Top Things to […]
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