For 33 years, a mailman with zero training in art or architecture builds his palace, undisturbed, in his own backyard. At night, by the light of an oil lamp. A madman? Or a genius? More than a hundred years later, you can still admire his life’s work in Hauterives.
France’s third-biggest city (after Paris and Marseille) is surprisingly laid-back and green. The center is mostly car-free, and it’s a joy to stroll along the Saône and Rhône rivers. Lyon is the perfect city trip in France: you get all the perks of a big city, minus the crazy crowds.
Livorno doesn’t top most Tuscany bucket lists. It doesn’t have the picture-perfect charm you’d expect from Tuscany — no cypress trees, no rolling hills. It’s a proper port city with its own character. A rough edge, street art, canals, and fried fish on the waterfront. Honestly? I kind of love it. Come along and discover what there is to do in Livorno.
Would you like to do a small-scale, authentic wine tasting during your holiday in Tuscany? Then, winery A Solatio in Certaldo is the perfect place for you. The personal approach, endless supply of wine, and the many delicious snacks guarantee an unforgettable wine tasting in Italy.
Ibiza and budget-friendly don’t usually go hand in hand. And it’s incredibly easy to blow through your money on this island, so let’s at least try to keep the accommodation costs under control. I’ve done the digging, so you don’t have to — here’s how to find a solid, affordable hotel in Ibiza.
