You searched for venice - https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/ Thu, 27 Feb 2025 08:36:54 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 The Ultimate Holiday Guide to Gran Canaria https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/the-ultimate-holiday-guide-to-gran-canaria/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/the-ultimate-holiday-guide-to-gran-canaria/#respond Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:14:05 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14767 Gran Canaria is one of the larger islands within the Canary Islands archipelago. Thanks to its position just off the coast of Africa, it enjoys year-round sunshine, making it perfect for winter sun holidays. The island is best known for its numerous beach resorts and natural beauty. The diverse landscapes...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/the-ultimate-holiday-guide-to-gran-canaria/feed/ 0 4 Books to Experience Stunning Places Now Damaged by Climate Change https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/4-books-to-experience-stunning-places-now-damaged-by-climate-change/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/4-books-to-experience-stunning-places-now-damaged-by-climate-change/#respond Mon, 10 Feb 2025 17:03:48 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14863 To travel is to love. What can compare to the warmth of sunlight on the skin on a faraway beach or the birdsong in a distant forest? Books come a close second to the actual experience of travel. Some authors are so talented that they paint a vivid picture with...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/4-books-to-experience-stunning-places-now-damaged-by-climate-change/feed/ 0 What to pack for Italy: A guide for American travellers https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/what-to-pack-for-italy-a-guide-for-american-travellers/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/what-to-pack-for-italy-a-guide-for-american-travellers/#respond Thu, 15 Aug 2024 08:24:58 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14558 Italy is one of those bucket list destinations, offering everything from iconic cities and charming villages to stunning coastlines and rolling countryside. If you’re not sure what to pack, here’s a quick guide to help you prepare. Understanding the Italian climate Italy’s climate varies significantly from north to south and...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/what-to-pack-for-italy-a-guide-for-american-travellers/feed/ 0 48 Hours in Florence, Italy – Must See Sights + Top Tips https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-florence-italy-must-see-sights-top-tips/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-florence-italy-must-see-sights-top-tips/#comments Fri, 08 Mar 2024 19:54:39 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=14137 Florence, nestled in the heart of Italy’s picturesque Tuscany region, needs no real introduction. It is a city that beckons travellers with its unique blend of art, boasting some of the world’s most iconic masterpieces by the likes of Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, and Botticelli, history, and natural beauty. Renowned...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-florence-italy-must-see-sights-top-tips/feed/ 1 48 Hours in Siena, Italy – Must See Sights + Top Tips https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-siena-tuscany-italy/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-siena-tuscany-italy/#comments Thu, 14 Dec 2023 09:01:55 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=13973 The captivating city of Siena, nestled in the heart of Tuscany, Italy, is a medieval masterpiece and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It beckons you with its exquisite architecture and vibrant culture. During a visit here, you can traverse the historic centre’s charming streets, marvel at the iconic Piazza del...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-siena-tuscany-italy/feed/ 4 6 Reasons to Plan a Getaway in Las Vegas https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/6-reasons-to-plan-a-getaway-in-las-vegas/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/6-reasons-to-plan-a-getaway-in-las-vegas/#comments Wed, 29 Mar 2023 08:00:50 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=13620 Pack your bags and get ready to be dazzled! Las Vegas, the entertainment capital of the world, offers an unforgettable experience for everyone. From world-class entertainment and luxurious accommodations to thrilling attractions and outdoor adventures, there’s never a dull moment.  So without further ado, let’s explore the many reasons to...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/6-reasons-to-plan-a-getaway-in-las-vegas/feed/ 2 48 Hours in Honfleur, France: A Guide https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-honfleur-france/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-honfleur-france/#comments Mon, 20 Mar 2023 21:29:03 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=13549 Honfleur is a picturesque town located in the Calvados area of Normandy in Northwestern France, situated at the mouth of the Seine River. This charming town is renowned for its historic tall, narrow townhouses sitting several stories high, which have been beautifully restored after suffering extensive damage during the Second...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/48-hours-in-honfleur-france/feed/ 3 Review: Hamnet by Maggie O’Farrell https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/review-hamnet-by-maggie-ofarrell/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/review-hamnet-by-maggie-ofarrell/#comments Fri, 02 Apr 2021 17:13:39 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=12842 “Hamnet is a novel inspired by the lost son of a famous playwright. It is a story of the bond between twins, and of a marriage pushed to the brink by grief.” Hamnet is part of a pair; a twin and as you may expect, they are completely inseparable. Apart...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/review-hamnet-by-maggie-ofarrell/feed/ 1 Review: Hemingway in Italy by Richard Owen https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/review-hemingway-in-italy-by-richard-owen/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/review-hemingway-in-italy-by-richard-owen/#comments Fri, 21 Aug 2020 11:08:39 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=12049 “It was northern Italy which gave him his first taste of freedom, of passion, of companionship under fire, perhaps too of the liberty from the Protestant constrictions of the American heartland in which he had grown up.” (Page 7) When people think of the great writer, how do they picture...

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]]> https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/review-hemingway-in-italy-by-richard-owen/feed/ 4 Review: Dreaming of Verona by T.A. Williams https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/review-dreaming-of-verona-by-t-a-williams/ https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/review-dreaming-of-verona-by-t-a-williams/#comments Wed, 05 Feb 2020 10:00:09 +0000 https://www.travellingbookjunkie.com/?p=11783 What did Suzie say to Alexandra to cause her to throw prosecco over her in front of a full restaurant? Before being introduced to the two main characters of this novel, you can’t help but be drawn in by the prologue. Intrigued by who these two individuals are and what...

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