If you have heard of Vernazza, you may have also heard that it’s Rick Steves’ favorite town in the Cinque Terre. The question remains, though, does it live up to its reputation of being the best? It certainly does (although Manarola…
Visiting Manarola – Our Favorite Village in the Cinque Terre
Manarola is perhaps one of the most photographed of the five villages in the Cinque Terre. I’ll admit, the very first photo I saw of the Cinque Terre villages was a vibrant shot of Manarola lit up at night (thanks…
Riomaggiore: A Colorful First Stop in The Cinque Terre
Riomaggiore, the southernmost village of the five villages in Cinque Terra, is a perfect first stop when visiting the area. Whether you’re coming from Genoa, or taking a day trip from Florence, you definitely do not want to miss this…
Visiting Italy’s Cinque Terre by Train
Many of you have probably dreamed of visiting the picturesque region of the Italian Riviera region of Liguria known as the Cinque Terre! You’ve likely seen countless photos on Pinterest, or heard the great Rick Steves rave about one of his…