by Hi! I am Caroline | Mar 1, 2026 | Europe, Italy, Sicily
From walking the rim of an active volcano to floating in thermal sea baths and hunting down the quietest black sand beach on the island, this guide covers the very best things to do in Vulcano. Whether you are planning a day trip or a longer stay, you will find...
by Hi! I am Caroline | Feb 28, 2026 | Europe, Italy, Sicily
The magnificent Aeolian Islands are my definition of heaven. A volcanic archipelago off the north coast of Sicily, where the most important question is “when do we go for aperitivo?” This guide to things to do in Lipari is designed to help you make the...
by Hi! I am Caroline | Feb 22, 2026 | Europe, Italy, Sicily
Ustica is Sicily on slow mode: a small volcanic island off Sicily with glassy water, wild pebbly coves, and a village that runs on espresso and evening aperitivi. Even in July, it felt refreshingly unhurried. Here are my favourite things to do in Ustica, from swimming...
by Hi! I am Caroline | Feb 9, 2026 | Belgium, Unique Places To Stay
Spending a night in a castle is a childhood dream with better bedding. From moats and turrets to candlelit dinners and spa weekends, these 16 castle hotels in Belgium make it surprisingly easy to sleep somewhere unforgettable. With well over 3000 castles to visit...
by Hi! I am Caroline | Sep 1, 2025 | Belgium, Europe
As a born-and-raised Belgian, I’m almost embarrassed to admit Tournai wasn’t on my radar. I dismissed it as just another small town I’d “visit one day.” That day came sooner than expected, and what I found was Belgium’s oldest city! There are plenty of things to do in...