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Matera – Italy’s ancient city made of stone
Matera, located in the Basilicata region of Italy, is one of the oldest, still inhabited cities in the world. In this city you will find that while Matera is the capital city of the region of Matera, the ancient part of the city is what draws tourists to the area. Carved into a ravine is where Read more
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Our search for the Divine Coast – Amalfi
Just south of Naples on the Sorrentine Peninsula you will find the Amalfi Coast. All the dreamy social media posts and pictures would make anyone put this on their bucket list. It was one of the places I was most excited about. You know, who doesn’t want to jump on a Vespa and coast along the Read more
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Naples, Italy – Raw, gritty and bursting with attitude
Naples is the third largest city in Italy after Rome and Milan. And while Naples is famous for historical reasons, including the nearby ancient city of Pompeii, it is also know as the birthplace of pizza. Naples is situated on the Gulf of Naples, on the western coast of southern Italy. Naples was about a 4 hours Read more
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Tuscany – My Happy Place
I have found my happy place – and it is deep in the heart of Tuscany! There is honestly nothing better than the a tuscan sunset in the Italian countryside. And there was no place better to enjoy it than in Castiglione d’Orcia! Tuscany Region of Italy Our time in this area was outstanding! We Read more
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Exploring Florence, Italy
Florence, capital of Italy’s Tuscany region, is known for its art, architecture and its history. And more specifically, its influence during the Middle Ages through the Renaissance period. The Italian name of this city is Firenze which derives from the old Italian “Fiorenza”, meaning City of Flowers. (And side note, we didn’t really see many flowers in Read more
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Modena, Italy – Home of Fast Cars and Liquid Gold
Modena Italy is famous for and/or home to a few things. These include fast cars, balsamic vinegar and every Italian’s favorite cheese, Parmigiano-Reggiano. Now if you love fast cars you already know this is home to luxury car brands like Ferrari, Maserati, Pagani, annd even nearby you will find Lamborghini. Car lovers from all over Read more
The Modern Nomads
Pete and Mel
The Modern Nomads 