With Middle Eastern, North African, Spanish, Greek and Italian influences, Palermo, Sicily, is one of those places that captures your heart.
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Literary Adventures: Travel in France and Italy With Best-Selling Authors
Loved the book? Now you can join a trip with best-selling authors to France and Italy, curated by Absolutely Southern France.
Where to Eat in Florence, Italy, From a Culinary Expert
With thousands of restaurants in Florence, culinary tour entrepreneur Coral Sisk shares lesser-known places to enjoy in the off season.
Five Off-Season Day Trips from Florence, Including Cinque Terre, Siena, Pisa and Lucca
With less crowds and discounted prices, the low season is the perfect time to explore Cinque Terre, Siena, Pisa and Lucca.
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Christmas in Florence, Italy: Lights and Laughter
Florence at Christmas is full of beauty, found in its people and piazzas, with easy train trips to nearby Tuscan villages.
Going to Venice? Learn How to Row Like a Venetian!
Meet Jane Caporal of Row Venice, who is dedicated to preserving the ancient tradition of rowing with her all-woman company.
Venice Travel Tips for Women Over 80
Venice is not the most mobile-friendly city. Explore safely and in comfort with these Venice travel tips for women over 80.
Sarah Winman’s “Still Life”: A Love Letter to Florence, Italy
Sarah Winman’s captivating novel “Still Life”, set in Florence, Italy, brings the magic of chance encounters and kindred spirits to life.
Best Tips From JourneyWoman Readers From July 2023
JourneyWoman readers share their best solo travel tips from the month of July, with packing and money-saving tips, and new visa requirements.
Ten Great Books Set in The Mediterranean
These ten books set in the Mediterranean will have you planning travels to less-travelled islands like Alba, Crete and Sardinia in no time!
More Stories From Italy to Inspire You
How to Discover the Real Venice: Travel Tips for Women
Five ways to travel well in Venice, from exploring lesser-known places and local markets to walking safely on its uneven streets.
Fun on the road: The play-filled moments that make solo travellers feel alive
Whether you’re traveling solo or with others, there are those moments while traveling where you become fully, viscerally aware of how much fun you’re having.
Solo Travel Over 80: Women 85+ Share Their Travel Secrets
Three female solo travel trailblazers – all over the age of 85 – share their travel tales and sage advice for the next generation.
Packing Tips for a Woman’s Trip to Italy
Susan Van Allen, author of ‘100 Places In Italy Every Woman Should Go‘ tells us what she puts in her suitcase when she sets out for Italy.
12 Female-Authored Mystery Books to Read on the Way to Your Destination
There is no better way to augment your research on a city or country than by enjoying these mysteries, their heroes and heroines all created by females.
Down with Pickpockets: Safety Tips for Women
Be very aware, ladies. Pickpockets are experts in the art of distraction. It’s up to you to outsmart them. Be pickpocket savvy! Here are some creative distractions to watch for.
25 Things Women Should Know About Florence
American Journeywoman Rebecca Bricker shares her best tips and must-see attractions in Florence, Italy.
Expert Tips About Women’s Solo Travel in Italy
Women share their best solo travel tips for Italy on where to stay, eat, shop and how to be safe, including Rome, Florence and more.
20 Things Women Should Know About Milan
Travel addict and social media enthusiast, Simon Falvo is an Italian travel writer sharing her wild journeys on her blog Wild About Travel. Here are her 20 things women should know about Milan.
What to Wear in Italy
The JourneyWoman network shares their best tips and advice on what to pack and how to dress like the locals when travelling to Italy.
