Visiting the Reggia di Caserta: What to See at Italy’s Largest Royal Palace
It might not have been every little girl’s dream to be a princess, but it was definitely mine. Every once in a while, I find myself in places that transport me to a universe where that dream might have been possible, and the Reggia di Caserta is one of those places.
Because it is one single massive structure, the Royal Palace of Caserta is often described as the largest royal palace in the world by volume, and it was designed to rival the Palace of Versailles. In this blog article, I will tell you everything you need to know about visiting the Reggia di Caserta, from the palace itself to the incredible gardens and how to get there, so you too can feel like a princess (or prince, king, or queen) for a day.
Day Trip from Rome: Why Lanuvio Is a Hidden Gem in the Castelli Romani
As you might have noticed from my latest blog posts, it is officially day trip season, and this time I have another hidden gem for you. Lanuvio is a small town about thirty kilometres southeast of Rome, and it is famous for being the birthplace of not one, but two Roman emperors.
Just like Castel Gandolfo, Lanuvio is located in the Castelli Romani area, which makes it a perfect mix of history, stunning views, and of course good food. In this blog post, I will tell you all about Lanuvio, and hopefully inspire you to visit this beautiful town yourself.
Day Trip from Rome: Visit Castel Gandolfo and the Palazzo Pontificio
Hello my beautiful ladies and gents. It took a while, but at the end of January I finally treated myself to another day trip from Rome. In between exams and everything else, I felt like it was the perfect moment to get inspiration and, of course, take you along with me.
Castel Gandolfo has a little bit of everything, from beautiful nature to cute shops and restaurants, and of course the Palazzo Pontificio and its gardens, which I will tell you all about. In my opinion, Castel Gandolfo is the perfect budget friendly day trip from Rome, and after reading this article, you will understand why.