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Visiting Pompeii and Mount Vesuvius

Europe, Italy, UNESCO World Heritage

14 tips for visiting Pompeii (plus how to climb Vesuvius)

Pompeii is on a lot of people’s travel bucket lists but can seem daunting to visit. Here’s some of the advice I found most useful, along with some tips from my visit.

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 21st April 2025

A golden hour picture of Bellano on Lake Como

Europe, Italy

Lake Como’s hidden gem: the ultimate guide to Bellano

Skip the tourist crowds and discover authentic Lake Como in Bellano. Complete guide with transport, things to do, where to stay & money-saving tips.

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 15th December 2024

Europe, Italy, UNESCO World Heritage

How to visit Herculaneum (and 3 huge reasons why you should)

Visiting Herculaneum, a Roman city destroyed by the same volcano that engulfed Pompeii, is really rewarding. Here’s how to visit Herculaneum, and why it should be as much of a priority on your trip to Italy as seeing Pompeii.

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 15th November 2024

Europe, Italy

11 fun things to do in Ischia (plus 5 amazing day trips)

Ischia’s an idyllic island off the coast of southern Italy. It’s only around six miles wide, but manages to pack in an amazing number of attractions. Here are the very best things to do in Ischia,

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 13th July 2024

The walkways of the Orrido di Bellano, in Lake Como

Europe, Italy

Orrido di Bellano: Lake Como’s hidden gem

The Orrido di Bellano, a breathtaking natural gorge with gushing waterfalls formed over 15 million years, is one of Lake Como’s best-kept secrets.

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 12th May 2024

Europe, Italy

Procida travel guide: Visit Italy’s most colourful island

Procida is a beautiful Italian island in the Bay of Naples. Here’s everything you need to know about visiting Procida: how to get there, what to do and why you should visit this colourful island.

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 10th April 2024

Day trips from Sorrento

Europe, Italy

8 day trips from Sorrento that you can’t miss

Sorrento in southern Italy makes a fantastic base for a holiday with some truly world-class day trips in the area. Here are the 8 best day trips from Sorrento.

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 5th April 2024

The crater of Mount Vesuvius

Europe, Italy

How to climb Vesuvius, the volcano that destroyed Pompeii

Climbing Mount Vesuvius to see the still-smoking crater at the top is a great add-on to a trip to Pompeii. Here’s everything you need to know about making the trip.

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 30th March 2024

A view of Naples from above, with Mount Vesuvius in the background.

Europe, Italy

Campania Artecard review: Is the Naples tourist card worth it?

The Campania Artecard is the most popular tourist card for Naples, but the different versions can be complicated. See which one offers the best value for your trip.

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 9th March 2024

Pompeii or Herculaneum - how to choose

Europe, Italy

Pompeii or Herculaneum: Which site is better to visit?

Both ruined towns offer a fascinating glimpse into ancient Roman life, but if you can only visit Pompeii or Herculaneum, which one should you choose?

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Written by: Helen

Published on: 31st October 2023

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