Verona - Under the spell

From its charming walking streets to its buzzing cafés and captivating sites such as the Arena, Piazza dei Signori, Castel San Pietro, Piazza Bra etc., Verona is a city that deserves to be explored. Plus, it's only a short two-hour flight from London.

I stayed at the uber-chic boutique hotel Palazzo Victoria, located right around the corner from Corso dei Borsari. My room was 'out of this world'! What a surprise it was to find a stunning original fresco on the ceiling. It's all about the finer details... the traditional parquet floor, the beautiful room key ring, the macarons waiting in my room on arrival - Palazzo Victoria is a gem. *Highly Recommended* For more information about Palazzo Victoria visit: www.palazzovictoria.com

My Fab Five

1. Sant'Anastasia  - this church has one of the most beautiful ceilings I've seen
2. Sunset walk along the Adige river - one word: 'magical'!
3. Nadalin (star biscuits) from Pasticheria de Rossi on Corso Porta Borsari, the friendliest pastry shop I've ever been to. I asked for a biscuit and they gave it to me for free
4. A glass of Vin Brule at the Christmas market on Piazza Dei Signori - such great atmosphere, it really got me into the Christmas spirit
5. The Mauro Leone shop on Corso Porta Borsari, which has the most amazing selection of shoes. I just couldn't resist...



Orecchiette pasta at Palazzo Victoria's restaurant Borsari 36 & Italian pastries

Romeo & padlocks on Giulietta's house

Arrivederci Verona!