WANDERLIST Florence: Ten must-see attractions (and some off-the-beaten-track)
Florence, the jewel of Tuscany, is a treasure trove for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and…
Florence, the jewel of Tuscany, is a treasure trove for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and…
“Under the Tuscan Sun” (2003): This romantic comedy-drama follows the story of an American writer…
“Under the Tuscan Sun” by Frances Mayes: This memoir tells the story of Mayes’ restoration…
Umbria often flies under the radar, overshadowed by its more famous neighbour, Tuscany. However, this…
The English Patient (1996): While not entirely set in Umbria, parts of this Academy Award-winning…
“The Decameron” by Giovanni Boccaccio: While this collection of novellas primarily takes place in Florence,…
Located in the heart of the Italian Alps, Valle d’Aosta is a region known for…
The Name of the Rose” (1986) – Though not exclusively set in Valle d’Aosta, parts…
“The Sense of an Ending” by Julian Barnes – While not entirely set in Valle…
Located in the northeastern corner of Italy, Veneto is a region brimming with rich cultural…
Welcome to Veneto, an enchanting region in northeastern Italy that extends far beyond the iconic…
Welcome to Venice, the floating city of romance and timeless beauty. With its grand canals,…
“Don’t Look Now” (1973) – A psychological thriller directed by Nicolas Roeg, starring Donald Sutherland…
“Death in Venice” by Thomas Mann: This novella tells the story of Gustav von Aschenbach,…
“Romeo and Juliet” (1968) – Directed by Franco Zeffirelli, this classic adaptation of Shakespeare’s tragedy…
“The Leopard” by Giuseppe Tomasi di Lampedusa: Although not entirely set in Veneto, parts of…
Located in Portugal between Lisbon and the Algarve, Alentejo is a region that showcases the…
“Night Train to Lisbon” (2013): This drama film follows a Swiss professor who travels to…
“The Land at the End of the World” by António Lobo Antunes: Set in a…
Algarve, a coastal region in southern Portugal, is renowned for its golden sandy beaches, crystal-clear…
“The Algarve Affair” by Jonathan Ryder: This intriguing thriller takes place in the Algarve, where…
“The Namesake” (2006) – Although not entirely set in the Algarve, this film includes scenes…
The Azores archipelago, Located in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, was once regarded as…
“Moby Dick” (1956) – This classic film, directed by John Huston, used the Azores as…
“The Crime of Father Amaro” by Eça de Queirós – Though not entirely set in…
Located in the heart of Portugal, the Centro/Beiras region is a spectacular destination home to…
“In the Heart of the Sea” (2015) – A historical adventure film set in 19th-century…
“A Bend in the River” by V.S. Naipaul – Set in an unnamed African country…
Located just outside Lisbon, the Tagus Valley presents a blend of history, natural beauty and…
Beyond the charismatic city of Lisbon lies a coastal paradise waiting to be explored with…
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, enchants visitors with its historic charm, colourful neighbourhoods, and a…
“Night Train to Lisbon” (2013) – This film follows a Swiss professor who embarks on…
“The Book of Disquiet” by Fernando Pessoa: This introspective work captures the essence of Lisbon…
Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the Madeira Islands offer a blend of floral beauty, natural…
“The Bounty” (1984) – This historical drama starring Anthony Hopkins features scenes shot in Madeira,…
“The Island” by Victoria Hislop – This novel tells the story of a woman who…
Welcome to Porto, a city of bridges that perfectly embodies the spirit and history of…
“The Ornithologist” (2016): Directed by João Pedro Rodrigues, this film follows the adventures of a…
“Blindness” by José Saramago: This Nobel Prize-winning novel depicts a mysterious epidemic of blindness that…
Located on the northeastern coast of Scotland, Aberdeen is a city with a rich tapestry…