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Faith, fame & Italian beef: America meets its first pope
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Faith, fame & Italian beef: America meets its first pope

It was one of those moments where history doesn’t just whisper – it screams. White […]

by Ruth Posted on 11/05/202511/05/2025
Heavenly succession: Who might wear the white cassock next?
ProseccoTagged Conclave, Pope

Heavenly succession: Who might wear the white cassock next?

With Pope Francis’ passing, the sacred whisper of succession has begun to echo through the marble halls of the Vatican. From the corridors of Rome to the cathedrals of Africa and Asia, at least 15 cardinals are considered “papabili” – those with a real shot at the papacy.

by Ruth Posted on 23/04/202524/04/2025
Robes, Rings & Revelations – A watchlist for the curious & the comforted
Cinema, ProseccoTagged Movies, Pope, Prosecco

Robes, Rings & Revelations – A watchlist for the curious & the comforted

There are moments when the world seems to stop – or at least take a […]

by Ruth Posted on 21/04/202524/04/2025
First Impressions of “Death in Florence”
Book Club, Prosecco

First Impressions of “Death in Florence”

In Death in Florence, Marco Vichi crafts a haunting Italian noir where relentless rain, a missing child, and the devastating floodwaters of the Arno merge into a mystery as powerful as it is unforgettable.

by Ruth Posted on 08/11/202411/01/2025
3 Back-To-School tips to comfort dogs with separation anxiety
Pups, Well-being

3 Back-To-School tips to comfort dogs with separation anxiety

Ease back-to-school blues for your furry friend with these tips to comfort dogs dealing with separation anxiety, ensuring a stress-free transition for both you and your canine companion.

by Ruth Posted on 25/09/201909/11/2024
New Puppy Checklist
Pups, Well-being

New Puppy Checklist

Set your new puppy up for success with our essential New Puppy Checklist – because a happy pup begins with the right supplies!

by Ruth Posted on 18/09/201915/11/2023
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Because life’s too short to leave your heart at Because life’s too short to leave your heart at home 🐾💜

Roy and I checked into @hotelhermitagefirenze - steps away from Ponte Vecchio - and instantly felt at home.

Between the vintage interiors, the panoramic terrace, and their warm pet-friendly welcome, this stay felt like pure Dolce Vita. 🐩🇮🇹

Grazie mille for having us, @hotelhermitagefirenze - we’ll be back soon ✨

| Ruth & Roy here ✍🏻🐩 your go-to duo for dog-friendly escapes. Follow along on @pupspaintandprosecco for travel tips, art vibes & poodle-powered adventures. |

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🚆✨ There’s something undeniably romantic ab 🚆✨ There’s something undeniably romantic about train travel - the rhythm, the daydreams, and those fleeting glances between stations.
For me and Roy, every platform feels like the start of another story - one that smells faintly of espresso, and a touch of Dolce Vita. ☕🐾

Catch our full feature in this month’s Passaġġi @kmmaltairlines magazine - link in bio! 💫

@frecciarossaofficial 🚊

✍🏻🎨🐩 Writer • Artist • Dog mum

| Ruth & Roy ✨ your go-to duo for dog-friendly escapes. Follow @pupspaintandprosecco for travel tips, art vibes & poodle-powered adventures. |

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Unfortunately I do love… posting it all here for Unfortunately I do love… posting it all here for you 📷✨

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📖🎨✈️ Writer • Artist • Dog mum 

✨ Follow @pupspaintandprosecco for dog-friendly travel, art, and unapologetic lifestyle inspo.

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🧳 How do Gen Z and Millennials pack their dream 🧳 How do Gen Z and Millennials pack their dreams?

In Rome, at the second stop of IAW On the Road by @italyambassadorawards,I found myself in the gorgeous @leonsplacerome - where conversations spilled like prosecco and two generations laid their passports on the table.

🌍 Gen Z → They crave short, authentic escapes - snapshots of novelty they can taste, post, and carry with them in real time.
🌍 Millennials → They’re curators of the slow journey - weaving comfort, detail, and discovery into itineraries that feel as intentional as they do stylish.

Somewhere between instant gratification and slow-burn romance lies the future of travel - and I can’t help but wonder… which side of the suitcase do you fall on?

Next stops:
• 8th October – Aquardens, Verona
• 9th October – TTG, Rimini
✨ Grand finale: 12th November – Palazzo Pucci, Firenze

👇🏻 Tell me - are you a Gen Z weekender or a Millennial slow-traveler at heart?

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🇮🇹 Come si racconta il viaggio quando a farlo sono due generazioni così diverse?
A Roma, nella cornice di IAW On the Road by @italyambassadorawards al raffinato @leonsplacerome, ho ascoltato due modi opposti di chiudere la valigia.

🌍 Gen Z → cerca fughe brevi, autentiche, da condividere all’istante. Il viaggio come momento, non come meta.
🌍 Millennials → preferiscono il ritmo lento, itinerari disegnati con cura, tra comfort e scoperte da assaporare con calma.

Mi sono chiesta: forse il futuro del viaggio è proprio lì, sospeso tra l’adrenalina dell’attimo e la dolcezza della lentezza.

Prossime fermate del tour:
• 8 ottobre – Aquardens, Verona
• 9 ottobre – TTG, Rimini
✨ Gran finale: 12 novembre – Palazzo Pucci, Firenze

E tu? Quando parti, sei più “weekend lampo Gen Z” o “viaggio slow da Millennial”? 👇🏻

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No revenge because… I’m too busy turning life No revenge because… I’m too busy turning life into art, words into stories, and travels into memories with Roy 🐩✨

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📖🎨✈️ Writer • Artist • Dog mum 

✨ Follow @pupspaintandprosecco for dog-friendly travel, art, and unapologetic lifestyle inspo.

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✨ 589 years ago today, Florence threw the ultima ✨ 589 years ago today, Florence threw the ultimate party 🎉 - bells rang, choirs sang, and all eyes lifted to Brunelleschi’s Dome.

What began as a fierce competition turned into a 16-year obsession that crowned the city skyline.

And guess what? She’s still standing, still stealing the show, still Florence’s greatest icon. ⛪️⚜️

Every time I look up, I get why millions keep coming back - genius never goes out of style.

| Travel. Art. Poodles. ✈️🎨🐩 Follow Ruth & Roy for the ride. |

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How many months?!! Try years. 🐾 From Duke in 20 How many months?!! Try years. 🐾 From Duke in 2014 to Roy today - a whole decade of paw prints on passports. ✈️

✨ Tell me - when did your first trip with your pup happen? Or are you planning your very first?

| Ruth & Roy here ✍🏻🐩- your go-to duo for dog-friendly escapes. Follow along for travel tips, art vibes & poodle-powered adventures. |

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Just six weeks at Sky Spirit gym and I can already Just six weeks at Sky Spirit gym and I can already feel it - stronger legs, lighter steps, and an easier time carrying Roy and my bags through Viareggio’s streets. ✨🐾 

Wanna feel that power too? @skyspiritmalta is offering a one-week free trial till the end of August - don’t sleep on it! 🔥 
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