Natasha Zicarelli holds a Master's Degree in Conference Interpreting from the University of Bologna. Originally from Italy, she began dreaming about the United States when she was very young. During college, she was able to live in Los Angeles for a year on the UCLA Study Abroad Program, and she loved her American life so much she didn't want to leave. Now, four years later, she is finally back in the US, living and working in Chicago. She loves travel, fitness, engaging novels, and good food, especially when enjoyed in good company!
Italy Travel
Here at Olive Tree Escapes we make it our mission to broaden your perspective beyond the most traveled places. That’s why today, to put you in a summer mood, we have picked the 6 best Italian islands. They may be smaller in size than their more famous counterparts, but are just as much wanderlust-inspiring. Plus
Croatia Travel
This winter season has challenged all of us with record lows and snow storms across the United States. No panic needed, though. Time is flying by and it is time to start planning a summer escape to somewhere warm. As always, we have you covered. Today, we want to let you in on some amazing
Italy Travel
We are in the shortest and coldest days of winter. Sometimes, at the start of my day, as I suit up to face the cold, I find myself wishing I could just flash forward to the summer. Can you relate at all? When this happens to me, I start fantasizing and I picture myself exploring
Italy Travel
After more than 40 years, the Colosseum’s top floors are open to the public. The iconic landmark, visited by 6.4 million people in 2016 alone, has inaugurated two new levels. These floors feature breathtaking new views of the Roman Forum, Palatine Hill and the rest of Rome. The Colosseum’s Upper Tiers: Part of a Larger
Italy Travel
Thanksgiving is now behind us, but more Winter holidays are around the corner! Despite the festive spirit, I still find myself dreaming about warmer weather while I’m bundled up in my warmest blanket. If you can relate, I am going to let you in on a little secret. There is an easy way to have