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13 Important Tips for Visiting the Alhambra This Year

Posted by By Krista 12 December 2020
If you're planning a trip to the Alhambra in Granada, here are some important tips to know before you visit.
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How to Spend the Best 2 Days in Granada

Posted by By Krista 26 March 2019
Granada is an exceptional city to visit in southern Spain and spending 2 days in Granada will allow you to see the main attractions.
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If there’s one thing you have to try in Rome, it If there’s one thing you have to try in Rome, it’s carbonara (or any pasta really). But where can you find the best place to eat carbonara in Rome? 🍝 Here’s a list of all of the places we tried carbonara in Rome (to help you plan your meals, of course 😉) ⬇️ @al42_street_food_gourmet - 5/5, €12.00 (the best of the best) @armandoalpantheon - 3/5, €16.00 (flavour wasn’t great and a bit pricey but it’s a popular restaurant and hard to get a reservation) @comenavortapastaevino - 5/5, €12.90 (fresh pasta and very tasty) @osteria_da_fortunata_italia - 4/5, €17.00 (iconic fresh pasta restaurant in Rome but pricey) @pasteria.bottega - 4/5, €12.00 (good price for fresh pasta and near St Peter’s Basilica) @pastaimperialeroma - 4/5, €7.50 (cheap and fresh pasta but not the best presentation) @lacanonicatrastevere - 1/5, €13.00 (overhyped and a BIG tourist trap so definitely give this a miss as it was the worst pasta we ate in Rome over 10 days, the service was bad as well) @pastaeat - 5/5, €8.00 (creamy and tasty fresh carbonara made in front of you and very cheap) Da Enzo - 4/5, €15.50 (iconic pasta spot in Trastevere but the guanciale wasn’t crispy enough) Do you know any other must-try carbonara spots in Rome? 🇮🇹 • • • • • • • • • • #carbonara #carbonararomana #carbonaralover #carbonarapasta #italianpasta #romafood #romefood #romefoodporn #romefoodguide #romafoodie #romafoodporn #romeeats #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #traveltips #travel #foodblogger #romanfood #pastalover
It’s crazy how many people visit Rome every year It’s crazy how many people visit Rome every year but miss out on this part of the city 🤯 Rione XI - Sant’Angelo is still very much a hidden gem in Rome. The Jewish Quarter is a very small neighbourhood that’s rich in history and archaeological remains. It’s also the oldest Jewish community in all of Europe 😯 As well as the fantastic restaurants here, make sure you don’t miss Teatro di Marcello which was an open-air theatre that was started by Julius Caesar and completed in the 1st century BC 🧱 The Portico of Octavia is another interesting ancient Roman ruin that sits just behind the theatre 🏛️ Did you know about this archaeological area in Rome? 🇮🇹 • • • • • • • • • • #jewishquarter #santangelo #jewishghetto #jewishghettorome #romanempire #archeologicalsite #romanruins #teatrodimarcello #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #historyblogger #historicplaces #archeologylovers #visitrome #rometravel #turismoroma
This is the ONLY food tour in Rome you need to go This is the ONLY food tour in Rome you need to go on 🤤 The Twilight Trastevere Rome Food Tour by @eatingeurope is the #1 rated walking food tour in Rome ☝🏻 It costs €132 per person for a 4 hour guided tour where you get to explore the trendy and historic neighbourhood of Trastevere in the evening, all while sampling some of the finest wine and food from local businesses 🍝 This tour in Rome is a great way to eat your way around the city and learn more about Trastevere’s history at the same time 😎 Shout out to Luca for being a great tour guide too! 💪🏼 Do you like to go on food tours when you travel? 🇮🇹 • • • • • • • • • • #eatingeurope #romefood #romefoodtour #foodtour #rometour #trastevere #trasteverefood #historicplaces #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #traveltips #visitrome #romatravel #romefoodporn #rometrip
One of the best places to stay in Rome that’s wi One of the best places to stay in Rome that’s within short walking distance from the Trevi Fountain and the Colosseum is the Rome Times Hotel from @tridente.collection 💦 This 4-star boutique hotel in Rome is located in the heart of the city, with very easy bus links to various attractions too 🚌 It beautifully combines the historic nature of Rome with contemporary style, and it even features its own gym and spa. You’ll also notice some unique artwork placed throughout the hotel which adds to its charm 🧖🏼‍♀️ All of the rooms at the hotel are equipped with elegant furnishings, superior quality mattresses, and are bright and airy. Our room had a walk-in shower but some have bathtubs instead, and the soundproof windows are a great addition since the hotel is near a main road 🛌 The breakfast comes highly recommended and didn’t disappoint, with its fantastic selection of Italian coffee, pastries, fresh fruits, and hot food items ☕️ Would you like to stay at a hotel in Rome that’s close to the Trevi Fountain? 🇮🇹 • • • • • • • • • • #travelblogger #kristatheexplorer #atimelessstay #somethingforeternity #rometimeshotel #luxuryhotels #hotellerie #hotels #hotelitalia #travel #visitrome #bestdestinations #rome #romeitaly #besthotels #vlog #traveltips #girlswhotravel #turismoroma traveltips
Some of these viewpoints in Rome are actually quit Some of these viewpoints in Rome are actually quite popular, while others get missed by visitors. Here’s a list to help you plan your next trip to Rome ⬇️ Temple of Venus and Rome Monument to Victor Emmanuel II Terrazza Belvedere del Palatino Terrazza del Pincio Terrazza Belvedere Aventino Castel Sant’Angelo St Peter’s Basilica Giardinetto del Monte Oppio Capitoline Museums Scalinata dell’Ara Coeli Clivo di Rocca Savella Belvedere Tarpeo Have you been to any of these places in Rome yet? 🇮🇹 • • • • • • • • • • #visitrome #visititaly #romeview #viewpoints #eternalcity #kristatheexplorer #travelblogger #traveltips #historyblogger #historicplaces #girlswhotravel #roma #turismoroma #rometravel #rometrip #romanforum #hiddengems
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