a travel blog by renata green
If I can, you can do it, too
Camogli is a beach town just one hour East of Genoa, you know, one of these typical fishing villages with tall, colorful houses that make Italy so picturesque and lovable and are just the perfect destination for an amazing day trip.
Also, it’s definitely not by mistake that the bay that stretches from Genoa all the way to Portofino was named Golfo Paradiso, if you know what I mean.
Hence, let me guide you to beautiful Camogli so you can easily spend a day in paradise.
This Way to the Whole Story ->As the Republic of Venice built its palaces in the lagoon, another maritime power gazed out over the Mediterranean further west: Genoa. Here, nestled between steep hills and the open sea, a city arose that for centuries thrived on trade, ships, and the courage of its merchants.
So let me show you what not to miss on a visit since even today, Genoa feels like a hidden chapter of Italian history—less overrun than Venice, but all the more rugged, authentic, and surprisingly multifaceted.
However, Genoa is not a place that reveals its charm and beauty right at first glance. But that is precisely its allure. Meander through streets between splendor and patina. Lose all sense of time and space in the maritime whirlwind of a glorious past and an enchanting present.
This is Genoa, the Queen of Liguria.
Venice on a budget? Is that even possible?
Agreed, visiting Venice can be pretty pricey.
After all, you find yourself at one of the world’s most unique places – and it comes with a price tag.
However, if you follow my simple hacks, visiting Venice on a budget is easy and still very enjoyable.
This Way to the Whole Story ->The Biennale di Arte, one of the world’s most important art events, takes place every two years. Although Venice is certainly a place worth visiting even when nothing special is on, my post on how to visit the city during the Biennale 2026 will make your trip even more memorable.
I love Italy: the Renaissance, the coastal landscapes, the gelato, the dolce far niente. Somehow, I’m tangled in these clichés like a fork in a heap of spaghetti. The amazing thing is, on my frequent trips to Bella Italia, I actually encounter all these images. For example, in the picturesque lake district of Northern Italy. Need proof? Here’s a comprehensive travel guide to the breathtaking Lake Como – truly a lake to like.
Of all Italian cities, Milan probably deems the least what we consider Italian. No jolly groups sipping Aperol Spritz while playing boccia. Instead, executives rush from their stately apartment houses to offices in glittering business centers. Hardly a narrow cobblestone alley. Rather big cars on broad avenues. Money makes the world Milan go round.
And yet, if you visit with an open mind, Milan will by no means disappoint: Get the big picture from the roof of the Duomo, and enjoy contemporary art at various industrial sites that were transformed into humongous art galleries. Window shop at the posh Brera district or the fabulous Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II. Admire Leonardo da Vinci’s Cenacolo, hence, the Last Supper. Oh, talking ’bout food: Finish a long day of sightseeing with a relaxed Milanese Aperitivo in one of the countless bars alongside the Navigli, the city’s old waterways.
Sounds like a plan? Mind you, these are only a few of the best things you should do in Milan on a long weekend!
When I told people I was going to the Caribbean for two months, they were quite impressed. How could I afford it—had I won the lottery?
Well, unfortunately, not.
But luckily, I’m a poverty jetsetter and living proof that you don’t have to be rich to take a trip to the Caribbean. You just have to organize things a little differently than most people do.
Above all, you shouldn’t buy a package tour through a travel agency but plan and book your trip independently.
In this post, I’ll show you how to plan and organize an unforgettable stay on any of the Caribbean islands individually, especially if you’re on a budget.
Read it carefully, take the plunge, and discover a plethora of unexpectedly inspiring islands on an individually organized trip!
Antigua is one of those Caribbean islands you don’t just visit. You experience its unique blend of relaxed celebration of joy and tropical nature with all your senses.
Surrounded by turquoise waters, its 365 beaches offer a different seaside experience every day of the year. But Antigua is much more than just a beachfront destination. Behind the idyllic sandy shores lies a vibrant culture that instantly feels like home – only under palm trees.
So come along and see for yourself what not to miss on a grand tour around the island.
A day trip to Anguilla is the easiest excursion you can take from Saint Martin, and if you go self-organized, it’s also the cheapest one.
As I rummage through my bag for my lip balm, a few bills and coins fall into my hands. It’s 23 dollars. However, they’re Eastern Caribbean dollars, a currency valid on eight islands. Converted, my 23 EC$ are about 8.50 US$. Still, something. I’m currently on Saint Martin, where you can pay with various currencies, but the EC$ isn’t one of them.
So what to do?
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