Your perfect day trip from Florence to Pisa
Everything you need to know to plan a perfect day trip from Florence to Pisa. How to get to Pisa, what to see and where to eat in the Tuscan city.
Day Trip from Florence to Siena | What to See and How to Get There
Travelling to Florence is always overwhelming. The city might not be huge, but from the first moments wandering around its cobbled alleys and historical buildings, it’s immediately clear that its moniker of the cradle of the Renaissance wasn’t given by accident. However, if you are treating yourself with a longer stay in Tuscany, you can … Read more
How to Bargain in Farsi and Remember the Persian Numbers
It’s very likely that once in Iran, you will indulge in some shopping, and this is why it won’t harm to know how to bargain in Farsi and also learn some Persian numbers, how they are written and pronounced. READ MORE: Are you travelling to Iran? Check out our tips for planning a perfect Iran … Read more
How to Order Food in Persian language When You Are in Iran
So you’ve read my super popular (and super copied around the web!) article about the ten reasons why you should travel to Iran now and you’ve finally booked that ticket. If you are travelling to Iran’s most popular tourist destinations such as Isfahan, Yazd or Persepolis, or you have a booked tour, you won’t have … Read more
In the footsteps of Ahmad Shah Massoud in Afghanistan’s Panjshir Valley
Despite hearing about the explosion in Parwan Province the day before, our minds were set to travel to the Panjshir Valley. To get to the valley of the Five Lions (apt transliteration from the Persian “panjshir”, پنجشیر), Parwan was a mandatory step and it did look a bit shaky, but once past that, we were good. … Read more
Listening to the Memory of the Universe with Pino Sciola’s Sounding Stones
When I wrote the post on Pinuccio Sciola’s singing stones, I received many messages from readers asking me to post a video to give an idea of what kind of sound we think the dead matter was releasing. Pretty understandable as you don’t see many people making music out of seemingly silent rocks. So I … Read more
The magic world of Pinuccio Sciola’s sounding stones
One of the best things I suggest doing in Sardinia is visiting the open-air lab-museum of the late sculptor Pinuccio Sciola. I was lucky enough to meet him and interview him. “What is the first word that comes to your mind when you think of a stone?” Asked Pinuccio Sciola as he welcomed me to … Read more
What to See and Do in Two Days in Ho Chi Minh
Along with the capital, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh, former Saigon, is one of Vietnam’s most amazing booming cities. If you are visiting Vietnam for the first time, you definitely need to dig into its old and modern history. Here are some useful tips on what to do in Ho Chi Minh in 2 days. Day … Read more
11 Best Garment Bags For Travel in 2022
While most clothing items are fine in a normal carry on suitcase luggage, suits need more attention to stay wrinkle-free due to their fabric, design, and size. That’s why there are specific garment bags for business trips that can ensure your clothing have a fit state to wear when you arrive at your destination. There … Read more
English to Farsi: How to ask for directions in Persian language
Going to your hotel from the airport? Trying to rent a taxi to go to the bazaar? Or just having problems to find a place? In this article, we are going to go through some practical sentences to help you ask for directions or rent a taxi, including the English to Farsi translation and the … Read more
11 Things Not To Do in India to Enjoy Your Stay
If you’re thinking of traveling to India, be sure to read up on the dos and don’ts first. Whilst India is an amazing country with a rich culture, there are some things you should avoid doing if you want to have a trouble-free trip. From dodging beggars and touts to steering clear of religious tensions, … Read more
How to Avoid Getting Sick in India: All You Need to Know
Precious tips to avoid getting sick in India and the best remedies for a dodgy stomach.
Exploring Veio, Rome’s “last big enemy”
One of the best day trips from Rome is to Veio, the last Etruscan city that surrendered to the new conquerors’ fury, Rome’s “last big enemy”. It is such a shame that the civilization prior to the Romans in Central Italy has been wiped out by the mighty new dynasties of divine origins, and their … Read more
All-Round Display of Shanghai Communist Relics
Just beside glitzy skyscrapers and the fast-paced modernity that is involving the whole China, Shanghai municipality didn’t neglect to celebrate their recent past, much more communist than their present. Among the most fascinating city highlights are definitely Shanghai Communist relics. A hard-to-define system halfway with Capitalism that still clings onto some socialist principles, you can … Read more
Female travel in Iran – My personal experience and what you need to know
Solo female travel in Iran, is it a good idea? Is it safe for women to travel to Iran? I decided to plan my Iran trip together with my friend Madi, an Iranian woman traveller. Her family had no problems in letting her travel around Iran with the only company of another woman. So we … Read more