February opened the perfect window for travel, and I decided to tick the next destination off my must-visit list: Rome!
In short, Rome stole my heart. The city is like walking through a living museum – every corner reveals ancient ruins and rich history. Walking 30,000 steps a day felt like nothing. The weather, though, wasn’t on our side, with rainy days dominating the trip. But it only added to the charm by keeping tourist crowds at bay. Every step was worth it.
Italian food deserves its own spotlight – calories don’t count there! The creamy carbonara, wood-fired pizza, tiramisu, and gelato were absolutely amazing. Why doesn’t it taste the same at home? While searching for our next afternoon snack, we stumbled upon a hidden gem: a cozy spot called “Mr. 100 Tiramisu” with 100 varieties of tiramisu. If you’re ever in Rome, search for it.
Rain or shine, Rome exceeded all my expectations!
In August, I visited Venice for the first time and discovered that there is far more to do than I ever expected. The city itself is beautiful and the winding canal pathways are a joy to simply wander and get lost in. One morning we even laced up for a sunrise run around the island […]
Finally, after so many years trying to plan a visit to Rome, me and my wife managed to enjoy an amazing short break together in this amazing city and luckily the weather was perfect too. It is ironic that many have heard the Italian saying of the ‘Dolce far niente’, which practically means ‘the pleasure […]
For over three years now, I’ve been sitting in the sauna three or four times a week. What started as a way to unwind after training has become one of the most consistent habits in my life. There’s real substance behind why it feels so good. Regular sauna use is linked to better heart health, […]