Traveling to the world’s largest Alpine plateau is like an elevator ride from a swanky hotel lobby to an even swankier rooftop penthouse. That is what happens on the morning we leave Ortisei for Alpe di Siusi. The walk to the gondola station through the quaint, Bavarian-style village is easy. Life is just waking up…
Our Toyota hybrid engine barely made a sound as we eased out of Ortisei and journeyed toward SP64. Just ahead is one of the most scenic drives in the Dolomites. I love slipping behind the wheel in search of new places and new adventures. So my action plan for the Dolomites included one must-drive scenic…
The coldest winter day I ever spent was summer in Seceda. Nearly 9,000 feet above the Alpine village of Ortisei, June feels like January. Located in the heart of the Dolomites, Ortisei’s culture is a blend of Italian and German in language, cuisine, architecture, and everyday life. While a light jacket or sweater is common…
If you’re dreaming of visiting Lake Garda, Italy, but want to experience a destination that’s a little quieter, a little slower, and just a little more authentic than some of the region’s better-known towns, then welcome to Bardolino. Join me on a leisurely walking tour through one of the prettiest villages on the eastern shore…
Every year on March 15, history whispers a warning: Beware the Ides of March. The phrase echoes through time because it marks when and where Julius Caesar was assassinated in 44 BCE — a turning point that reshaped the Roman world. But here’s what most travelers don’t realize: You can stand exactly where it happened. And today?…
