I’m Sean, a traveler with a deep love for Italy, history, and coastal culture. After living, studying, and eating my way across the Mediterranean, I created this blog to help fellow curious travelers avoid the tourist traps and experience this region like a local.
I grew up in New Jersey, taking after my Italian roots, in love in Italy and Mediterranean culture. I’ve been to Italy 5 times, studied abroad in Rome, and taught English in Codogno, near Milan. While living in Italy and having explored 70 cities from North to South, I have also explored Greece, Spain, Morocco, and Malta. My next adventure is living in Spain as an English teacher or digital nomad, which you can follow on my other blog here: Nomadic Sean
I find myself obsessed with the Mediterranean, its cultures, cuisine, ancient ruins, history, people and more.
In this blog, Mediterranean Gem will be your guide to exploring the Mediterranean region on a friendly budget, having an authentic rich experience, and traveling safe.