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A floating spa on the Italian Coast ?☀️ We’re sailing along the Italian Riviera on @ponant ‘s Le Bougainville & find ourselves at this beautiful sauna each day! The perfect spot to watch the sun go down ?❣️?‍♂️?‍♀️ #bruisedpassports #italy #wellness #sunset

2025-06-27

This is what I would do differently if I visited Italy for the first time today ??✈️ On our first trips to Italy, we just visited the tourist hotspots and if I’m being honest didn’t enjoy it very much! ?‍?Travel is rarely about the Eiffels and the Colosseums of the world – it’s about meeting new people, tasting little-known delicacies, or discovering a little-known beach! The experiential aspect of travel is what makes it exciting and unnerving all at once. If I was planning a trip today, I would visit Ravenna! This Italian city is large, has 8 UNESCO sites, and isn’t too crowded! It is Italy’s best-kept secret and we’re taking you along ✨ You can wander through the Basilica di San Vitale and stare up at ceilings that rival the Sistine Chapel. Step into Dante’s tomb—yep, the OG poet rests here. Or simply explore the quiet cobblestone streets, artisan shops, and seaside breeze from nearby Marina di Ravenna ?. If you’re not into crowds, this is perfect Italian city to visit! Ravenna gives you ancient Rome + Venice vibes, without the queues, the prices, or tourist hordes.This is your sign to skip the cliché cities and explore Italy beyond the tourist trails Have you been to Italy? Is it on your bucket list? ??✈️ #bruisedpassports #travel #ponant #italy #love

2025-06-26

Did AI just plan my next vacation?Have you tried this yet??? Just go to AgodaVacationPlanner.com , tell it all your requirements, and voila YOUR ideal vacation is ready - yep everything from flights and hotels to your itinerary! It makes travel planning so easy and so much fun - a literal gamechanger! ?✈️ Where are you off to this summer? Have you already planned a vacation? ✈️? #bruisedpassports #AI #Travelmadeeasy #Vacation #Planning #AgodaVacationPlanner #ad #SeeTheWorldForLess

2025-06-24

Sunday swims & pasta - that’s amore ??? We’re loving slow mornings sailing past the Italian Riviera on @ponant! If you want to plan a truly refreshing holiday to Italy, we would suggest skipping the big cities. Small towns are where the magic is—slow mornings, locals chatting in piazzas, real food made by nonnas, and fewer people ✨It’s calm, real, and honestly, way more memorable than chasing landmarks in the heat - the true essence of Italy lies in slowing down and enjoying the lil moments - they call it the Dolce Far Niente ?✨ Leave all your Italy questions here, we’ll try and answer them all ?✨

2025-06-22

Slow days in Otranto,Italy’s most underrated coastal gem ???? Tucked away in Puglia on the Adriatic Sea, Otranto is the PERFECT offbeat escape if you’re craving a slice of authentic Italy ??? Spend your days exploring the Otranto Cathedral and its intricate mosaic floors. Stroll the Old Town’s cobblestone alleys, shop local ceramics, and sip espresso with a sea view. Explore the Aragonese Castle, kayak to Baia dei Turchi, hike to Punta Palascia — Italy’s easternmost point — and swim in the unreal blue of Cava di Bauxite ?️ No crowds, no clichés — just stunning beaches and medieval vibes for a truly refreshing holiday in Italy! Put this on your bucketlist! Have you been to Italy? ?? #bruisedpassports #offbeat #italy #ponantmoment #puglia

2025-06-21

Teleporting magic?Send This to Your favourite +1 for ideas ?? We just got to Italy and we’re planning on visiting some of our favourite, little-known places in Italy on this trip - can’t wait to take you along to the literal heart of Italy! ?? Day 1 started with boarding @ponant’s culinary cruise for an adventure of a lifetime - let’s go see where the best food in Italy lies! I think we can all agree - there isn’t anything quite like Italian food amiright? ??

2025-06-20

Yep! Same place, 15 years later ??⬇️Hi from Malta ? The tiny island of Malta was one of the first places we visited in Europe together- I remember saving up to stay at a small apartment on the outskirts of the city! And it was one of the first places we wrote about when we started @bruisedpassports! Who remembers? ✈️? A lot has happened in the past decade- both of us worked tirelessly towards our goal of a location-independent lifestyle, took stock of our finances, built a brand, packed our life in suitcases to travel full-time and set off on an adventure that has been truly life changing! ? Our shared values bind us- the need to be financially independent, evolve and level up together, the need for freedom from structures, and live an extraordinary life - BUT believe me when I tell you this - none of this would’ve been possible without Savi by my side! ? I dragged Savi to all the spots we visited back then and as I was editing these photos, it made me realise growing up is truly joyful with the right person by your side! Looking forward to the next 15 years already! Enjoy the throwback photos! ✈️?✨ #bruisedpassports

2025-06-15

No gatekeeping! Save this for your trip to Qatar! ??✈️ This is Qatar like you’ve never seen it before with 10 Bucket List Moments you can only have in Qatar - from visa-free arrival to affordable adventures and culture to luxury shopping, this is the definitive list of 10 Must Dos in Qatar in just 1 minute! 10. Check in like royalty at the iconic Mondrian hotel, home to one of the most unique pools in the world 9. Lounge in style at Azure Beach Club—private cabanas + infinity views? Yes, please. 8. Explore The Pearl & Gewan Island for yachts, beaches, luxury stores, and cafes 7. Set sail on a traditional dhow cruise at sunset—costs just 500 rs but the views are pure magic. 6. Shop and dine at one of the luxury malls in the city. This is Al Hazm Mall, home to the world’s first Mc Laren cafe if you’re an F1 fan 5. Discover the soul of Qatar at Souq Waqif—spices, falcons, and history - it all comes together here 4. Dive into heritage at the National Museum of Qatar—where architecture tells stories. 3. Stroll through Katara Cultural Village which blends culture, art, tradition, and innovation in a vibrant setting. 2. Recalibrate in the wild at Our Habitas Ras Abrouq—think sustainable luxury meets desert zen. 1. Spend an evening at the colourful Mina District where colorful buildings, vibrant markets, cafés in a charming waterside setting. I hope this inspired you to visit Qatar! Now tell us- have YOU been to any of these places? Would YOU add anything to this list? ✈️? #bruisedpassports @visitqatar #ad #doha #travel #visitqatar

2025-06-11

Never travelling without @by.bruisedpassports travel gear ✈️? #bruisedpassports

2025-06-08