The Borghese Gallery and Villa Farnesina – Two treasures of Rome that are well worth revisiting

We’ve been in Rome for a few days now, and we’re already feeling what an Italian summer really means. The sun is everywhere, and the city reveals itself in all its splendor—and heat. 🥵 We walk a lot—on average about 10 km a day, sometimes even up to 15 km, especially when we wander off …

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Exploring St. Peter’s Basilica: A Timeless Marvel

Two years ago, we stood for the first time before the imposing façade of St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican. The emotion, the awe, and the sore neck from looking up so much were unforgettable. This year, back in Rome, we knew we couldn’t miss the chance to see it again. Not because we’d forgotten …

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Rome on the horizon, but first: how to survive the flight

✈️ Montreal, the beginning of our Italian adventure. Because in 2025, Ottawa Airport is still in the planning stages. Each time we think about the start of a vacation, we imagine smiles, carefully packed suitcases, and the perfect playlist for the trip. For us, the start was a little different: a deep sigh and nerves …

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Heading back to Italy once again!

Latest news from the “Bella Italia is calling us again” category: we are set to go on a month-long trip to northern Italy — because, honestly, last time we didn't get enough art, history... and gelato. 😄 When we were last there two years ago, in Rome and Florence, we were amazed not by today's …

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