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“So, how did you meet your boyfriend?” For me, that’s always a fun question to answer. I could tell you that I met my boyfriend halfway across the world while dressed as a teddy bear (which is true), or that our first date involved building an IKEA table (which is also true). I could detail the very random circumstances that led to our meeting, and the string of punny conversations that promptly followed… but the reality is: I probably  would not have a boyfriend if it weren’t for one thing: Flixbus. Yes, the budget bus company. I guess, in the random tangled mess that is my life, this odd choice of Cupid makes sense. Here’s how a simple bus trip landed me a new leading man. Let me start by saying the obvious: dating in the 21st century is a  very  interesting thing, full of secretive codes, unspoken rules and bucket loads of uncertainty. I’ve never been good at these kinds of games, especially since my fi...

Italy made me fat. … and in a few seconds, you’re about to see why. Now, it goes without saying that one of my favourite parts of travelling is getting to try food from all around the world. When my Europe trip brought me to Italy, I ate so often that I was pretty much hooked to an IV of marinara sauce. Even at home, I’ll consume anything remotely Italian, from restaurant-grade pastas to Chef Boyardee straight from the can… so when you take me down to the paradise city where the pesto’s green and the pasta’s pretty? Oh, dang you’re asking for trouble. In June, after eating my way through aperitivo and spaghetti in Milan, I was more than ready to conquer the famously fresh seafood of Italy’s Cinque Terre. Now, this beautiful area has been at the top of my bucket list for ages, mostly because of its impossible postcard perfection, but somehow I found an even better reason to love it: that. food. selection. MMM. The romantic town of Man...

Share or save this post Pinterest Twitter Facebook Italy is one of the most artistically and historically significant nations in all of Europe. There are so many bucket list dreams that can be made a reality in Italy. Everyone should visit this phenomenal country at least once in their life. That said, traveling in Italy can get pretty costly. There are so many hostels out there, and not all live up to the standard you deserve. That’s why we have created this epic guide of the 35 best hostels in Italy. So you can book with confidence. Whether you’re starting your Eat, Pray, Love worldwide tour, or planning a whistlestop getaway, this guide will help you create th...