Our time in Italy is almost ending, and after thirty-odd days in this perpetually picturesque country, we're so lucky to have spent this past week here in Positano.

Day outing to the towns of Minori and Amalfi gave both my calves and curiosity a good workout.

For two people that like to have things planned to a T ahead of time, our last-minute week stay in Ischia has really given kudos to having a little spontaneity.

Our time in Ischia has been made all the more dreamlike by our stay at Luxury Relais Villa Magdalena.

Checking out of Villa Loggio marks the halfway point of our travels as we head from Italy’s countryside to the coast.

Our week in Tuscany has meant saying goodbye to straight roads for a little while as we wind our way through the interwoven region.

Fun fact: Venice is a city built on water and has 391 bridges throughout.

Set in the heart of Venice, a city of art, design, and fascinating historical heritage, the Il Palazzo Experimental is a renaissance palace transformed into a modern jewel box.

Water lapping beneath hotels and restaurants, flowing gently under bridges, meeting the stairs of grand villas, and splashing against ferries and boats.

We feel so lucky to have stumbled upon its wisteria-covered terraces, view-swept balconies, and a swimming deck with direct access for lakeside dips.

The seaside city of Nice has proven to be the perfect place to say our goodbyes to this diverse country, close to countless towns along the French Riviera.

Strolling around the streets of Saint-Tropez for the past five days, the seaside port burst with colour, character, and charm.