Welcome to the Nomad With Dan Italy Travel Library
Your Italy travel resources—all in one place.
This library is my way of helping you experience Italy beyond the typical tourist checklist. Inside you’ll find destination guides, practical travel resources, and every edition of my newsletter—available anytime you need them.
Whether you’re planning your first trip or your fifth, I hope these resources help you travel a little slower, discover a little more, and enjoy Italy the way it’s meant to be experienced.
Because this library is always growing, be sure to check back often for new guides, travel tips, and inspiration.
Benvenuto!
— Dan
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Destination Guides
In-depth destination guides to help you confidently plan your time in Italy.
Bologna Guide
Explore Italy’s food capital through historic porticoes, hidden corners, unforgettable cuisine, and authentic local experiences.
Florence Guide
Discover neighborhoods, viewpoints, local favorites, and practical tips for experiencing Florence beyond the major attractions.
Tuscany Guide
Explore hill towns, wine country, scenic drives, and unforgettable experiences throughout Tuscany.
Rome Guide
Go beyond the Colosseum with neighborhood recommendations, hidden corners, food suggestions, and practical advice.
Verona Guide
One of Italy’s most underrated cities, filled with Roman history, beautiful piazzas, and a slower pace.
More Guides Coming Soon
Italy is full of places worth discovering, and I’m just getting started. New destination guides and travel resources are added regularly, so be sure to check back often.
Travel Essentials
Everything you need before you leave home.
From entry requirements and travel insurance to packing tips, train travel, and the gear I recommend, these practical resources are designed to help you travel with confidence.
Travel Journal
Every Wednesday I share practical Italy travel advice, destination inspiration, hidden gems, and planning insights from my own travels and client experiences.
Whether you’re planning your first trip or your fifth,…you’ll find every edition of the Nomad With Dan newsletter—updated every Wednesday.
Newsletter Archive
Browse every edition of the Nomad With Dan newsletter, organized by publication date.
Latest Issue
A Tuscan Town You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
October 7, 2026
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September 2026
Florence Is Better When You Slow Down
September 30, 2026
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Something a Little Different This Week
September 23, 2026
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Greve in Chianti: Beyond the Tourist Trail
September 16, 2026
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Montalcino: Tuscany Beyond the Tourist Trail
September 9, 2026
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Cortona: The Tuscany Worth Slowing Down For
September 9, 2026
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Maybe the Best Coffee View in Tuscany
September 2, 2026
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August 2026
The Magic of a Tuscan Evening
August 26, 2026
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Why Bologna Became One of My Favorite Cities in Italy
August 19, 2026
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Where Italy Slows Down
August 12, 2026
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Nothing Spectacular Happened…
August 5, 2026
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July 2026
The Best Part of Italy Isn’t Always on Your Itinerary
July 29, 2026
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The Tuscany Stop I Almost Skipped
July 22, 2026
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Planning a Tuscany Trip? Slow Down. You’ll See More.
July 15, 2026
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What First-Time Italy Travelers Don’t Expect
July 8, 2026
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Rome Is More Than the Colosseum
July 1, 2026
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June 2026
Italy’s Food Capital Might Not Be Where You Think
June 24, 2026
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One of My Favorite Places in Northern Italy
June 17, 2026
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The Biggest Italy Planning Mistake I See
June 10, 2026
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Why Smaller Experiences Often Become the Best Memories
June 3, 2026
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May 2026
One of My Favorite Evenings in Florence
May 27, 2026
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Where You Stay in Florence Matters More Than You Think
May 20, 2026
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Before You Plan Florence, Read This
May 13, 2026
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