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Our Summer Abroad | Three Months of Slow Travel in Europe

Our Summer Abroad: The Non-Backpacker’s Guide to Three Months of Slow Travel Through Europe | How we planned and packed for a summer in Europe without a hostel or backpack in sight. | A 3-Month Itinerary from Paris to Rome, traveling to cities through France, Switzerland and Italy. |  My Packing List and Planning Tips for spending the summer in Europe’s most beautiful destinations.

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How to See Rome in Two Days

How to Spend a Weekend in Rome, Italy | A complete travel guide for a quick visit to the Eternal City. | Things to do, the best restaurants, and what to wear in Rome. | What to Do for Two Days in Rome | Weekend itinerary for the reluctant tourist: when you want to see the big sights and the real city. 

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How to Plan Your Itinerary in Florence

Florence, Italy is one of the friendliest cities in the world. Here are the best things to do and places to go, from restaurants and views to Tuscany day trips. Use any ideas you like, then mix and match them into an itinerary of your own. Complete with a travel map and packing ideas!

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How to (Not) See Cinque Terre in One Day

How (Not) to See Cinque Terre, Italy in One Day | You just can’t see all five towns on a day trip! But with this guide of the best things to do (from beaches and hiking paths to food and views), you can plan your own perfect Cinque Terre itinerary - for one, two, or three days.

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