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Strictly subjective suggestions sought for Rome

by Riesling 21 May 2012

Dear regulars and irregulars, while I hope the upcoming second instalment of Zebec’s trip report will bring some inspiration, I would…
40 days to 37 days in Europe

by Bigote55 19 May 2012

Hello everyone, Just arrived last may 9 from the planned 40 days in Europe to an enjoyable 37 days. We would like to thank all of you…
RE: Hey Aussies

by VinnyD 14 May 2012

And I agree with Webs about Ostia Antica over Pompeii. Haven't yet rejected the idea of a return to Ostia Antica although I bet if I…
RE: Hey Aussies

by Websterella 14 May 2012

>I consider myself a traveler, but if I ever go to Rome, I WILL visit the Vatican, the Coliseum, and the Forum. I consider myself a touri…
RE: Rome - Day Trips Outside of Rome Advice

by mike9 13 May 2012

Agree with MTL above - either base yourself with car somewhere out in the countryside (and he's given you a good list of places to visit)…
RE: Rome - Day Trips Outside of Rome Advice

by YorickM 13 May 2012

I really liked Ostia Antica as a day trip from Rome. You wouldn't need a car for that, because it is easily reached by train.
RE: 3 weeks, Paris and Italy - first trip!

by clementis_fur_cap 11 May 2012

Hmm, by TGV train it's 7 or more hours from Paris to Milan, where you'd have to change trains +and+ stations for Venice. So if you're…
RE: Few days spare - Where to spend them....

by MTL 09 May 2012

> Heading to Europe & UK > has never seen Europe or the UK the UK is in Europe. > I am doing the best I can in the short time frame,…
Re: Help with my Rome itinery

by Italianfun 30 April 2012

Adam, Consider these destinations outside both Rome and Naples, they are great, Ostia Antica, 28km south of Roma is its ancient port.…
4.5 Days in Rome

by swingvelvet 30 April 2012

I'll be in Rome for 5 nights, 4.5 days in August. We're staying near the Roma Termini. I know we definitely want to see: Vatican Museums/Sis…
RE: 2 Week Winter Honeymoon in Italy - advice & suggestions?

by tallybalt 25 April 2012

Naples is only just above a hour from Rome on the express train and two hours on the cheaper reigonal train. So it's definitely doable…
RE: 2 Week Winter Honeymoon in Italy - advice & suggestions?

by oedipamaas 24 April 2012

Naples and Pompeii are far for a day trip. You might consider Ostia Antica as a day trip from Rome, with similar archeological sights…
11 days in Italy - Itinerary Help Please

by swingvelvet 17 April 2012

Hi, My boyfriend and I will be spending 11 full days in Italy starting on August 8 (we fly in evening of August 7, but won't have time…
RE: Where to stay in Rome

by clementis_fur_cap 15 April 2012

Trastevere is less good for walking to sights? You lazy bum, Lucapal :) WIth a little practice, I could walk from Ponte SIsto to the…
RE: 'B-List' Attractions That You Really Enjoyed

by VinnyD 04 April 2012

>that little piece of land where Turkey goes to the south. The former Sanjak of Alexandretta. It's on my list. Ruins reminds me: Is…
RE: 6 1/2 weeks in italy - need help with my itinerary

by mike9 27 March 2012

A few comments. a). If you make a separate trip to Pisa, go on to Lucca too - its only half an hour on the train and there's 1-2 trains…
RE: 3 days in Rome

by MTL 15 March 2012

Ostia Antica, Viterbo, Tarquinia, Ceveteri. Colli Romani (Frascati etc), Tivoli, Bracciano, Orvieto. Google them
RE: 3 days in Rome

by bjd 15 March 2012

Ostia Antica -- about half an hour on a local commuter train.
RE: Villa d'Este

by Pekkle99 09 March 2012

Ninfa Garden is closed on Monday. Tarquinia looks cool but the museum there is also closed on Monday. I will be making a separate trip…
RE: Italy in 5 days

by MTL 05 March 2012

you have 3 full days (16-17-18) and 2 half days. don;t underestimate the amount of time you waste before and after flights, getting into…
RE: My Trip To Europe

by bjd 28 February 2012

I agree with BthDth -- it looks okay. You don't need to plan every day + possible day trips. By the way, Versailles isn't seeing the…
RE: 3 weeks split between Italy and Turkey - how many days?

by clementis_fur_cap 25 February 2012

Yes, Turkey Travel Planner is quite a reputable site. So I couldn't be more surprised to see them suggest such a tremendously rushed itinera…
RE: 14 Night Italian Itinerary

by clementis_fur_cap 10 February 2012

Just as my gut warns me to avoid Venice during Carnivale, it also tells me to avoid Siena during (and around) the Palio. Prices sky-rocket,…
RE: Italy in April

by MTL 07 February 2012

> if anyone can suggest hostel accommodation in a safe area I have yet to come across a hostel located in an unsafe area- as a matter…
RE: first time

by richiavo 30 January 2012

If you want to do Pisa I would get the direct train from Rome to Pisa spend a couple of hours in Pisa before jumping on the train to Florenc…