Big, bold Bologna is the perfect place to hit the books – and the bars! Home to the world’s oldest university, this city is steeped in history, academia, and, of course, mouthwatering cuisine. Stroll under the iconic porticoes, soak up the buzz of Piazza Maggiore, and marvel at the leaning Asinelli Tower. Feeling peckish? This is the land of ragù, tortellini, and mortadella – foodie heaven! When night falls, the student-packed streets around Via Zamboni come alive, while the cool crowds gather in the arty bars of Via del Pratello. And if you need a break from it all, the rolling hills of Emilia-Romagna are just a short trip away…