Stunning Pink Sand Beaches in Italy: La Spiaggia Rosa

Stunning Pink Sand Beaches in Italy: La Spiaggia Rosa

Italy is renowned for its exceptional beaches, with sparkling azure waters and golden sands drawing in tourists from around the globe. Among these beautiful beaches, one hidden gem stands out for its mesmerizing pink sand the famous Spiaggia Rosa (Pink Beach) located on Budelli Island in the Maddalena Archipelago.

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Topless Beaches in Italy: Best and Beautiful for a Naturist

Topless Beaches in Italy: Best and Beautiful for a Naturist

Italy is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, offering everything from soft golden sands to crystal-clear waters. For naturists, the country offers a selection of idyllic beaches where you can enjoy the sun au naturel. Whether you're seeking an official nudist beach or a secluded spot to go topless, Italy’s coastal areas have something for every naturist.

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Valentine’s Gift Ideas for an Incredible Dad

Valentine’s Gift Ideas for an Incredible Dad

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about celebrating romantic love—it’s also the perfect time to show appreciation for the best dad in the world! Whether he’s a new father, a seasoned pro, or the dad who tells the best dad jokes, finding the perfect Valentine’s Day present for him can be a challenge.

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Valentines Day Gift Books

Do you want to give your valentine a special gift, but you need ideas? Consider one of these gift books:

The Book of Us: A Journal of Your Love Story in 150 Questions by David Marshall and Kate Marshall

Though you may not have a way with words, you can still give a personalised gift on Valentine's Day. This guide contains 150 questions to help you record the memories of your own love story.

Love by Ferdinand Protzman

Photographs stand in when words are not enough. This beautiful, iconic collection of images published by National Geographic moves beyond words to show expressions of love throughout history and culture.

Love Poems

This treasury of historic to modern-day love poems from a variety of genres will offer the romantic at heart an endless supply of verbose love, passion and devotion, including verse from greats such as William Shakespeare, e.e. cummings, and Edna St. Vincent Millay.

A cup of tea with a scarf wrapped around it. There is also a polaroid style photo with a heart in the middle sitting on top.

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Love Letters of Great Men by Ursula Doyle

Fans of the Sex and the City movie sought out this book that Carrie Bradshaw read to her beau, Mr. Big, in the 2008 film. The problem was, the book didn't actually exist. But the real-life letters did, and now classic romantics can enjoy this collection of historic love letters.

Jane Austen: Seven Novels

Jane Austen was a classic author of romance, and in this leather-bound edition, your valentine will have the entire collection of provincial romance, courtship, love, marriage, and family.

Haunted Love: Tales of Ghostly Soulmates, Spooky Suitors, and Eternal Love by Chris Gonsalves

Remind your valentine that some love stories never die. This collection of paranormal stories includes tales of ghostly lovers pining for their lost soulmates and continuing their forbidden intrigues, even in death.

The Kama Sutra: The Perfect Bedside Companion by Richard Burton

The original Kama Sutra or Aphorisms on love, was written in India and has been enjoyed by lovers for over two centuries, and this beautiful, satin-bound edition is the perfect gift for Valentine's Day.

Love Coupons: A Coupon Gift of Love and Romance by Gregory J.P. Godek

What is Valentine's Day without a love coupon book? Maybe corny, maybe clichƩd, but given with sincerity, a favorite gift between valentines.

colourful love heart sweets with slogans like true love and hug me printed on them.

Photo by Laura Ockel on Unsplash

Guess How Much I Love You by Sam McBratney

The classic tale of Big Nutbrown Hare as he puts his Little Nutbrown Hare to bed for the night. You'll read this one to your little valentine over and over again.

Love, Splat by Rob Scotton

Splat the Cat is a favorite kids' character. In Love, Splat, Splat makes a special Valentine for everyone in his class, especially for one little girl kitty, who runs away every time she sees him.

Junie B. Jones and the Mushy Gushy Valentine by Barbara Park

The Junie B. Jones series by Barbara Park is popular with kids ready for chapter books. In this Valentine's Day story, Junie B. receives a card from a secret admirer.

We hope you find these useful and spot something your partner will adore for Valentine’s Day 2026!

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Kristie Prada is the founder and editor of Mammaprada.com, an award-nominated bilingual parenting and travel blog inspired by her Italian-English family life. Based in the UK with strong ties to Italy, Kristie writes passionately about raising bilingual children, family travel in Italy, cultural parenting, and life as an expat family.

With over 8 years of blogging experience, Kristie has become a trusted voice for parents looking to embrace language learning, explore Italy with kids, and navigate the beautiful chaos of multicultural family life. Her expertise in Italian travel, language resources for children, and tips for living a more internationally connected life make Mammaprada a go-to resource for modern, globally-minded families.

Kristie’s work has been featured in international publications, and her guides on visiting Italy with children rank highly on Google for family-focused travel planning. When she’s not writing, she’s busy researching the best gelaterias, discovering hidden Italian gems, and encouraging other parents to nurture bilingualism at home.

Surprising Pompeii Facts for Kids: History Homework

Surprising Pompeii Facts for Kids: History Homework

In 79 AD, in Southern Italy, the volcano Vesuvius erupted, drowning the city of Pompeii in ten feet of falling ash (pyroclastic flow) and lapilli (droplets of molten lava). This preserved the city, everything from the largest structures to graffiti to pieces of bread in an oven remained relatively intact. Ever since It has become a recognised UNESCO World Heritage site. 

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How to save money on travel to Italy: Budget Tips

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Traveling to Italy can be a dream come true for many, with its rich history, stunning landscapes, and world-famous cuisine. However, it can also be expensive if you're not careful, especially if you're travelling in high season. Fear not, savvy traveler! With some strategic planning and insider tips, you can experience the best of Italy without breaking the bank.

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