Author: Rubén Montoya

10 Reasons Why You Should Visit Pompeii in 2025

It isn’t often that entire cities vanish in a matter of hours, but Pompeii did. Destroyed by the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in A.D. 79, the fate of this forgotten city changed with its discovery in 1748. If you’re on the fence about whether you should visit Pompeii, our local expert shares the top reasons […]

Top 16 Things To Do in Madrid in 2025

The capital of Spain, Madrid, offers infinite activities. Great wine and tapas, a vibrant nightlife, traditions, and friendly locals are just some of the things that Madrid offers the many people who visit the city throughout the year. To make sure you have an unforgettable experience, I’ve put all of my local knowledge into this guide […]

The 12 Best Roman Ruins You Can Visit Around Naples in 2025

The Gulf of Naples and the adjacent coastal territories are famous for their landscapes, beaches, resorts, and gastronomy. Every year, this combination of elements attracts thousands of tourists looking for unique places to experience the famous Italian “dolce vita“ just as ancient Romans did centuries ago. Here I’ll show you my most favorite Roman sites […]

10 Archaeological Sites Near Rome You Should Visit in 2025

Everyone has heard the popular expression “All roads lead to Rome,” but how many roads can you take from the Eternal City to enjoy its surroundings and discover new secrets? In this article, I take you on day trips to discover Rome’s surroundings and nearby archaeological sites. If you have extra time to spend on […]

The 30 Most Important Roman Structures That You Can Visit Today

The enduring vestiges of the Roman Empire remain with us even today. You can find some of the most important Roman structures across much of Eurasia and in the northern countries of Africa. Follow along as I share my favorite, iconic structures like Hadrian’s Wall, Segovia’s aqueduct, the ruins at Jerash, the Herodium, the Colosseum, […]

The 7 Most Accomplished Emperors of Ancient Rome

Many Emperors have built and dismantled the Rome we know today. Of them, which were the most accomplished? What types of works did they create in Rome’s cityscape? In this article, I present my favorite, 7 most accomplished emperors and show you some of their works in Rome and beyond. All written by a PhD […]