Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Jordi Lippe-McGraw is a travel writer and founder of PAK Rêve bags. In a world where walking and biking tours have long been the ...

We drove passed a lot of famous spots and briefly stopped to take pictures of others. I wish we'd been able to take this tour earlier in our trip because it was so insightful. When I was planning a ...

The Italian capital is a great city to visit with kids of all ages. Rome’s history stretches back thousands of years and the city’s ancient ruins are sure to impress the whole family. Sometimes the ...

One of the marvels of visiting an ancient city like Rome is seeing the incredible dichotomy of storied history and modern life. The iconic, centuries-old structures, nestled in with the cafe chains ...

So intertwined with power and history is the story of Rome — cradle of the Roman Empire, seat of the Papal States — it’s easy to forget it hasn’t always been Italy’s capital. Even in its short modern ...

I've worked as a tour guide in Rome for 18 years, and I've seen plenty of tourists make mistakes. To avoid crowds, book your tours in advance and try to see popular spots on weekdays. Tweak your ...

When I was planning a family trip to Rome, I knew I wanted to experience the city like a local by zipping around on a Vespa. However, once I saw the congested city's chaotic traffic firsthand, I also ...