The eternal city is full of amazing sites, sounds and tastes that will spark excitement in every family member. With its medieval alleyways, historic monuments, archeological digs, beautiful churches, grand palaces, and of course world famous cuisine even the toddlers in your family will find something to enjoy. But with so much to see, do and eat in this city it will be difficult to tick all the boxes, especially when travelling with young ones. Visiting the sites : Almost everyone will tell you that the best way to see the sites of Rome is with a tour guide. But is the answer the same if you ..read more

If you are visiting Rome then there is no doubt that you are going to visit one of our favourite monuments; the Pantheon. First of all, we would like to note that the Pantheon (Rome, Italy) is very different from the Parthenon (Athens, Greece). With that said, let’s have a closer look at what makes this grand temple so special. When legendary sculptor, architect and painter Michelangelo first saw the Pantheon he said it could have only been built by angels. In fact, the dome of the Pantheon then gave much inspiration to Michelangelo when he was put in charge of designing the dome of St Peter’s ..read more

Rome, the eternal city bustles with life as its streets get thronged by tourists from all parts of the globe exploring its beautiful streets and umpteen attractions. The glory of present day Rome are all of the magnificent structures that have stood the test of time showing a majestic grandeur of an ancient civilization. By no means do you have to be an avid history buff to enjoy Rome’s ancient monuments. In fact, before long you will be wanting to know more about their history as well. Even, if you are just a careless nomad we think that there are still 5 ancient sites that you must include i ..read more

Rome is a destination that is bursting at the seams with so many offerings for the eternal nomad. We would normally suggest that a visitor to Rome needs at least 5 days to get the full feel for the city. Especially if you are travelling with a family as you will need more time to organize yourselves, not to mention, if you are planning on joining as many of the best family tours that Rome has to offer. However, if you only have a couple days available you are still able to see a majority of the ‘must see’ sites, and below we will tell you how to do this while avoiding the mass crowds. Where to ..read more

2020 and as of yet, 2021 have been a nightmare for travel and tourism; amongst many other sectors. However, we are gradually moving forward in these unprecedented times with hopes that the ‘new normal’ will be similar to life as we remember pre Covid-19. In this short article, we will look at how Rome re-opened to visitors in the summer of 2020, and what we can expect for the summer of 2021. In June of 2020, the city of Rome began to re-open as the lockdowns and restrictions were lifted. The majority of sites such as the Vatican Museums, the Colosseum & Roman Forum, and most other nationa ..read more

Prices of flights and hotels drop substantially during the winter months which means that it is a great time to come if you are on a budget. So, if you are bringing the whole family to Italy then this would be a good time to do it, save some money while still enjoying the best family tours of Rome. What to expect? Well, usually tourists from all across the world flock to Rome during the summer months which is the peak tourist season here. There are generally a large number of crowds throughout the city from April to October. Winter, being the offseason, is a charming time to visit as there are ..read more

Rome is a city full of splendor, glory, and magnificence, but, if you are going to plan your Rome trip thinking that you are only going to take a look at the ancient ruins, indulge in savory pasta dishes and get your shopping done, then it is time to take a pause and learn about the colorful side of Rome that is full of festivities. There is, in fact, so much to Rome that exploring its festivals is an amazing way to rediscover the eternal city. So, here are some cool festivals that take place in Rome. Epiphany or, La Befana: We are starting the year with the La Befana Epiphany festival that ta ..read more

It is safe to say that almost everyone in every corner in the world has eaten pizza at least once in their life. Whether it be from your local pizzeria, or perhaps from Domino’s or Pizza Hut. Although the main ingredients are most often the same, one small change to the recipe can make a world of a difference. Without getting into the argument surrounding the Neapolitan version (thick crust) and the Roman version (thin crust) a good pizzeria should make you realize that whatever pizza you eat at home, just does not compare to the pizza you eat in Italy, so let’s get straight to the point. In R ..read more

Italian cuisine is known and adored across the globe for its rich aroma, mouth-watering flavours and texture, and not to forget, the Insta worthy opportunities. Working your way through a scrumptious pizza made with the freshest ingredients, or devouring a perfect plate of Carbonara Mezze Maniche, can often be moments cherished more than those spent walking through the beautiful streets in Rome. And if that sounds like you, then you will want the complete experience. Your perfect foodie trip to Rome: Here is a quick guide If you happen to have been checking out our Special Offers on Vatican to ..read more

The city of Rome sparkles with so many ancient wonders that one single trip would not be enough to uncover their secrets. The Foro Romano, or, which is universally popular as the Roman Forum is steeped in history. This is why we always suggest a Tour of the Colosseum and Roman Forum so you can delve deeper into its amazing past. The Roman Forum used to be a melting pot of religion, politics, social and commercial activities. The ancient temples, structures and ruins are well worth a visit any day as they all have intriguing tales to tell. So, before you pack your bags, pause and learn about so ..read more