Inspiration
Read our overview of countries, regions, things to see and do, bicycling adventures for inspiration and ideas on how to plan for your next European adventure. Read our overview of countries, regions, things to see and do, bicycling adventures for inspiration and ideas on how to plan for your next European adventure. Find suggested itineraries, read our travel stories and debacles for ideas about what to do, and what NOT to do.
Top 5 Things To Do In Antwerp
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. Antwerp is a beautiful city, rich in history. Known as the “second city” in Belgium, Antwerp is full of museums, avant-garde fashion, and an edgy creative class. Antwerp is known as the diamond capital of the world and the diamond industry is an important part of Antwerp’s economy. The city suffered greatly in the Second World War but still retains many of its medieval charm and beautiful landmarks. With so much to see, we have compiled our list of Top 5 things to see in Antwerp. We have purposely left Antwerpen Centrum Railway station off…
What we think of Antwerp
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. Antwerp, Unique and Fun Antwerp is a beautiful city, rich in history. Known as the “second city” in Belgium, Antwerp is full of museums, avant-garde fashion, and an edgy creative class. Antwerp turned out to be surprisingly impressive. We emerged from our train in the Antwerpen Centrum Railway Station and were struck at the beauty of the circa 1900 building. We think the Antwerpen Centrum Railways station is spectacular. We also think the city of Antwerp is not to be missed! View Our Antwerp Photo Gallery Previous Next We arrived in Antwerp from Delft early…
Joy Of Walking And Biking – Active Towns Podcast Interview
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. Our Recent Interview with John Simmerman of Active Towns. Check out this May 2020 Active Towns Podcast interview of us where we describe our love of our walkable and bikeable lifestyle living in town center Boulder CO and organizing the Mapleton Hill PorchFest — a neighborhood-based front-porch music festival held annually here in Boulder, Colorado. We also discuss in this interview the travel guidance we are now offering on our FollowOurFootprints travel blog based on our years of travel in Europe. In the interview, we touch on such subjects as the joy and cost-savings associated…
Simple Italian Recipes: How to Make Pesto Sauce
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. Simple Italian Recipe: Basil Pesto A Taste of Italy Right In Your Own Home! Since we can’t go to Italy right now, we thought we’d bring a little bit of Italy home to you. Today I am focusing on Pesto Sauce. I learned how to make pesto in my 20’s because although my grandmother would make it, I really didn’t like pesto sauce until I was an adult. I remember my grandmother eating it on bread for lunch or snack – it was never served over pasta in our house. Now, I make large batches…
Underground Perugia – Not In Our Travel Guide?
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. What’s So Special About Perugia Perugia is a lovely medieval Tuscan city. Most people in the US would remember Perugia as the college town where exchange student, Amanda Knox, was spending a semester abroad and was charged with the murder of her roommate. The poor girl did not have a fair trial, eventually was acquitted and a bartender was finally convicted of the murder. But Perugia is a lovely place with cobbled streets, medieval ruins, beautiful piazzas and a vibrant nightlife. I can’t wait to visit the city again. Stumbled Upon… On our 2nd day in…
Major Festivals in Italy
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. Italy’s Festivals you don’t want to miss! Be sure to attend major festivals in Italy. Timing your trip to coincide with an annual Italian Festival is an excellent way to add festive, enjoyable, colorful, lively fun to your trip, and learn more about the culture and ethnic traditions of Italy and its towns. In December, annual festivals in Italy are centered around the holidays, so you will find some beautiful and lively Christmas markets to attend in almost every town. February Carnevale – Venice Carnevale di Venezia (Venice Carnival) is probably the most famous carnival…
Simple Italian Recipes: How to Make Cannoli
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. Simple Italian Recipe: Cannoli A Taste of Italy Right In Your Own Home! Since we can’t go to Italy right now, we thought we’d bring a little bit of Italy home to you. Today I am focusing on Cannoli – a treat my grandmother used to make. I learned how to make cannoli when I was about 10, although I was never able to master the cannoli shells. I can make them but they just aren’t the same. When I was in Sicily recently, I tried cannoli every opportunity possible – from nicer restaurant desserts…
Simple Italian Recipes: How to Make Ricotta Cheese
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. Simple Italian Recipe: Ricotta Cheese A Taste of Italy Right In Your Own Home! Since we can’t go to Italy right now, we thought we’d bring a little bit of Italy home to you. Watch our video on how to make homemade ricotta cheese. It is easy and delicious. Ingredients:1/2 gallon whole milk1-2 cups heavy cream3 lemons – juiced and strained (about 1/4 – 1/3 cup). You can also use white vinegar if you don’t have lemon.1-2 t salt Supplies:Colander (medium to large)Large bowl (to set the calendar in)Large potCheesecloth or tea towel Instructions: Place…
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Life in Italy compared to the USA
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. General Observations about Life in Italy Compared to the USA The American Dream is rapidly transforming to become the European Dream — and Italy leads the transformation. While America has long provided great consumer, housing, and private travel abundance, these things are inherently less fulfilling, more inwardly focused, and more individualized. Indeed, some refer to America’s way of live today as a form of “Privatopia,” where quality of life ends when one steps outside their home, gets out of their car, or the iPad breaks down. In Europe — and particularly in Italy — one…
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Best Italian Wines We’ve Tasted
This article may contain affiliate / compensated links. For full information, please see our disclaimer. Choosing the Best Italian Wines Italy has some of the best Italian wines we’ve tasted. Italy does not export its finest wines so be sure to try some of the local wines when in Italy. Take note of the certification and wine quality when trying a local wine. We often drink the wines that come highly recommended or are truly unique to the region or restaurant. Most restaurants serve a delicious house wine, which is a basic table wine, at very affordable prices. Visit a local enoteca (an Italian wine bar) or schedule a tasting…
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