Racing Around Piazza Navona, Rome
One of my favorite things about Rome, and Italy in general, are the lovely city squares which are called “piazzas.” Seriously, every town has at…
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Exploring The Pantheon: History’s Most Important Building
The Roman Pantheon is arguably the most important building in the history of architecture. It’s magnificent dome has served as the inspiration for many other…
The Island of Capri, Italy: Basking in Beauty
For centuries, the Island of Capri, Italy has been the playground for emperors and billionaires alike. And, it’s easy to see why. With its turquoise waters,…
Ancient Glory: Introduction to Visiting Rome
Ancient history, spectacular scenery, and fantastic food – Rome has it all. Read our “Introduction to Visiting Rome” to start planning your trip today!
Soaking Up Salerno and the Amalfi Coast
As far as charming Italian seaside escapes go, you can’t find many better than beautiful Salerno. This town, nestled at the beginning of the Amalfi…
Discovering Things to Do in Florence, Italy
When I was traveling in Europe, my friend and I liked to say “a steeple a day keeps the doctor away,” due to the great…
How Rome Became My Favorite Cruise Port
I worked for a cruise line for five years, and while it always a lot of fun, it was also a lot of work. I…