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Why You Need to Visit Orvieto: The Most Beautiful Stop Between Rome and Florence

By Heather Snow · Published April 21, 2026 · Leave a Comment

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The view over Orvieto, Italy, Umbria, The Duomo in Orvieto

Orvieto is the perfect hilltop town to visit on a trip between Rome and Florence. Perched dramatically above the Umbrian countryside, the city rises from sheer volcanic cliffs, with vineyards stretching out below. Its Gothic cathedral glows in the afternoon light, the streets wind through a dense medieval core with Etruscan roots, and local tables…

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Books to Inspire Your Trip to Italy

By Heather Snow · Published March 13, 2026 · Leave a Comment

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View over Florence and the Arno from Piazzale Michelangelo, Florence Duomo view

I’m an avid reader and tend to move between genres depending on the season of life – or the season of travel.  Leading up to a trip (or even while I’m there), I love reading books set in the places I’m exploring.  There’s something special about experiencing a destination first through someone else’s words, then…

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