In the heart of Milan, just behind the Marchesi 1824 pastry shop on Corso Magenta are the ruins of the Roman Imperial Palace in Milan where Emperor Maximianus resided in 286 A.D. Once a vast property with a palace, imperial… Continue Reading
Feb 8-10 2019 The Milano Tattoo Convention Italia will be held once again at the prestigious Milano City Fiera (Mi.Co) hosting international tattoo artists from around the globe. FEB 8-10 2019 Who hasn’t thought about getting a tattoo? Tattoos are a fashion… Continue Reading
Milan is known as the city of fashion and glamour but it doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune to have a luxurious experience while visiting. If you are traveling on a budget to Milan, here are some things… Continue Reading
A conversation with Francesco Cogoni and Roberto Pirelli, first and second concierges of the Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni I wanted to find out what happens behind the rotating glass door of The Grand Hotel Villa Serbelloni in Bellagio, Lake Como,… Continue Reading
Tour Milan with Fabio Tranchida, professional guide specialized in architecture and music. The tour What Milan is Made Of focuses on the materials, textures, and architecture of Milan. Guido Tour Sharing is a tour company that allows visitors to save… Continue Reading
From 1805 to 1814 Napoléon Bonaparte, Emperor of the French Empire held a second role as King of Italy. During this time as King of Italy, he started a project with the architect Giovanni Antolini that would transform Milan into… Continue Reading
There’s been a big hoopla here in Italy about whether or not the Italians are ready for or will welcome Starbucks. Today I visited the new and first Starbucks location in Italy. This is an independent review, I have not… Continue Reading
CENTRAL LAKE COMO FOOD, VILLAS & BOAT TOUR Boat, Food & Villas Tour of Lake Como, Italy A full day guided tour discovering the pearls of Lake Como: walking tours of Bellagio and Varenna, a visit to Villa Balbianello and Villa Melzi, a relaxing private cruise, the sampling of olive oil… Continue Reading
You can walk on the rooftops, 250 meters above Piazza Duomo of Milan. The Highline Milano, opened in 2015, offers a panoramic view of the city. You can see everything from the rooftop of the Duomo, to the modern skyline of… Continue Reading
Walking down the streets of Milan, you can’t help but notice how elegant and composed the Milanese are. They are a seemingly aloof population. It is true that the Milanese are creative, innovative, and hardworking but what is not immediately apparent, is… Continue Reading
Walking Food Tour of Milan Brera District Review – I had the great pleasure to experience the Milano Food Tour organized by Italy Food Culture. The three-hour walking tour brings you to handpicked specialty food establishments and gourmet shops through the… Continue Reading
When it comes to making wedding day plans, most women have a clear vision of what the dress should look like and how it should make her feel. How do you find that PERFECT DRESS? You can find the perfect… Continue Reading
Driving in Italy may seem daunting to many, but I can assure you it’s not that bad! People do drive fast, but they also respect the rules, except when it comes to parking. With no doubt, Italians are “creative parkers”.… Continue Reading
Ski Season – If you are a winter sports enthusiast, Milan is a very strategic location for weekend getaways for skiing and snowboarding in Italy. Milan is located at the base of the Alps. You can even see the majestic… Continue Reading
Leonardo DaVinci’s masterpiece “The Last Supper” a.k.a. Il Cenacolo Vinciano in Milan’s center, was painted between 1494 and 1498 under the rule of Ludovico il Moro… TOURS AVAILABLE IN MILAN- BOOK ONLINE Skip the Line: Small-Group Milan Walking Tour with… Continue Reading
Milan has a multitude of museums and galleries to view classical art, contemporary art and modern design. Museo del Novecento 900 (Photo above) Palazzo dell’Arengario Via Marconi, 1 (Piazza Duomo) 20122 Milano Contemporary art from 1900 on. A collection of significant donations… Continue Reading
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