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The Keyhole View Of St. Peter's Basilica
Blog: Travel With Julie - 9 February 2012
I found it! I've heard about the "keyhole" for years from in-the-know travelers but never had the time to hunt it down. This time, I did.
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Italy snow - weather update
Blog: Florence Journal - 7 February 2012
Most of Europe is caught in this deep freeze - and it seems a potential problem for people here in Italy is the lack of natural gas flowing from Russia (this seems to be an annual winter event). In Florence...
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Rome's Piazza Della Rotonda
Blog: Travel With Julie - 2 February 2012
It has come a long way from being the marketplace of bird-sellers selling parrots, nightingales and owls it was in the 19th century. Today, the small square is a popular hangout for tourists.
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Travel Italy
Blog: My Little Nomads - 31 January 2012
The Best Articles and Info for Traveling in Italy. Continue reading → Related Articles: Washington DC With Kids – The Best Things To Do Cheap Hotels In New York City
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An Exceptional Family Accommodation in Rome
Blog: Ciao Bambino! - 16 January 2012
I stayed at one of our longtime Ciao Bambino Approved properties last summer, Internazionale Domus, and was reminded why this apart-hotel is such an exceptional option for families visiting Rome. Located on – literally – one of the most coveted and picturesque squares in Rome, the Piazza di Spagna, Internazionale Domus guests need only to walk out their door to be immersed in their adventure. Many of Rome’s major attractions are walking distance from here, not to mention that wandering the streets in this neighborhood is a joyous activity in and of itself.
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First Friday Foto Therapy
Blog: Travel With Julie - 6 January 2012
Colorful Peppers, Campo Di Fiori, Rome, Italy Taken by: Julie Gilley On the first Friday of every month, I will share a photo from my travels or yours.
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Roma Pass Increases in Price from 25€ to 30€ Effective January 2012
Blog: Ron in Rome - 2 January 2012
Effective January, 1 2012, the Roma Pass increases in price from 25€ to 30€. That’s a 20% increase in the price of this pass. It seems the Roma Pass folks are getting a jump on the proposed ATAC bus and … Continue reading →
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Top 10 Travel Adventures for Vago in 2011
Blog: Vagobond.com - 31 December 2011
2011 was a great year for me in terms of travel, family, and work. While there were a huge number of experiences to choose from, here are my top ten favorite adventures that came from this incredible year.
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XIV Culture Week in Italy, April 14 – April 22
Blog: Ron in Rome - 28 December 2011
The Settimana della Cultura (Culture Week), now in its fourteenth edition, will begin on Saturday, April 14 and will run through Sunday, April 22, 2012. For these nine days, monuments, museums, archaeological sites, archives, and libraries owned and operated by … Continue reading →
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Top 10 Things to do in Rome
Blog: Pommie Travels - 23 December 2011
Rome needs no introduction. Not only is it the capital of Italy, it is also the seat of the Papacy [...]
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Romantic Getaways – Rome Vs Paris
Blog: Canada's Adventure Couple - 17 December 2011
When it comes to a romantic city break, Paris and Rome are always top contenders for places to go to sweep your partner off their feet in a romantic, exciting and culture filled few days. With both cities offering many similar advantages, when it comes to making the decision you have to ask yourself - are you a Roman or a Parisian?
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Top Three European Christmas Destinations
Blog: Vagobond.com - 12 December 2011
Christmas in Europe is delightful, no matter where you go. The marriage of old world charm with unique traditions makes for a lovely holiday.
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ATAC Proposes 50% Increase in Fares for June 2012
Blog: Ron in Rome - 2 December 2011
Carl Posti is the CEO of ATAC, which serves as the Mobility Agency in the Municipality of Rome. These are the folks that operate the bus, tram, and metro service in Rome. And if Carl and his company get their … Continue reading →
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Trenitalia Announces “New” Frecciarossa Train With Four Levels of Service!
Blog: Ron in Rome - 26 November 2011
Just when we’ve finally figured out whether to sit in 1st or 2nd class, Trenitalia creates new “service levels” that may make your buying process more difficult. Starting in late November 2011, on runs from Milan to Naples, Trenitalia announces … Continue reading →
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Top 3 Architectural Highlights of Rome
Blog: GoBackpacking - 25 November 2011
For a non-religious guy, I became fascinated by religious art in college. Specifically, I was enamored with Italian Renaissance and medieval art and architecture. Spending an hour or two per day in a dark classroom, looking at slides of the Virgin Mary, Christ, crucifixions and the churches and cathedrals that housed them made me happy. When I traveled [...]
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The “Best” Place to Stay in Rome is…
Blog: Ron in Rome - 22 November 2011
The most visited pages on this website consistently answer the question, “Where should I stay when I visit Rome?” There is perhaps no “best” answer! Your preferences may be driven by location, cost, comfort, transportation options, the need for a … Continue reading →
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New Rules for Taxis, Shuttles, and Carriages
Blog: Ron in Rome - 21 November 2011
Now, the continuing odyssey of the Taxi Agreement… This month new rules were approved for taxi drivers, private shuttles (limousine services), and the horse-drawn carriages in the city of Rome. For taxis, the big news is – NO NEW RATE … Continue reading →
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Billy & Anne’s Wonderful Adventure
Blog: Ron in Rome - 20 November 2011
I get many, many emails each day. Often, these emails evolve into a dialogue and upon completion of a trip, I’ll get a “trip report.” One of the most detailed I’ve received was from Billy and Anne (last name deleted). … Continue reading →
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Exploring metros
Blog: Snaps and Flip Flops - 18 November 2011
I think one way of getting a know a city is by taking the public transport. It kinda lets you sneak a peek at how locals go about their daily lives. While I personally love walking to get to places when i'm in a foreign city, I must say I'm also fascinated by the train stations and the people in it.
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Churches and gallery on the last day in Rome
Blog: nateniale { reflections on my travels and everything else I love } - 10 November 2011
{ Rome, Italy - May 2011 } The last day in Rome was spent with a whirlwind tour of the places that we had not been, but was in our list of the places to visit in Rome. We started the morning in Saint Peter's Basilica, followed by Campo de' Fiori. After having lunch at Campo de' Fiori, we made our way to a church that I was actually pretty reluctant to go.
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Cheapskate Chronicles: Free Walking Tours in Europe
Blog: Travel Adventures of Newman - 9 November 2011
Imagine arriving at the latest European city on your itinerary, checking into your hotel or hostel, and feeling somewhat disoriented by your new surroundings. How then to regain your bearings?
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Random Acts of Kindness: My Italian Travel Hero
Blog: Vagabond3 - 7 November 2011
The first person I met in Italy was Stefano. Even after all these years, I still remember his name. Stefano was a late 30′s apartment manager, jolly and round, most closely resembling the Disney mouse character from Cinderella, Gus Gus. (Gus Gus was my favorite- I loved how he tried to gather all that cheese!) Stefano greeted my friends and I outside a very dodgy apartment building in Rome only to tell us it...
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The field of flowers right in the heart of Rome
Blog: nateniale { reflections on my travels and everything else I love } - 7 November 2011
{ Rome, Italy - May 2011 } If you have been to Rome, you must be scratching your head, thinking, there are no field of flowers in Rome. And you would be right. The packed, huge area that made up Rome is filled with historical sites, churches, piazzas with fountains and lots of buildings, but a big vast field with flowers? No, I have not seen one. And, no, I do not mean an actual field with flowers. Rather, "field of flowers" is the literal translation of the market Campo de' Fiori. The name was from the Middle Ages, when the area was actually a meadow.
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Traveling from Rome to Venice: The Train is Usually Better Than the Plane!
Blog: Ron in Rome - 6 November 2011
Which is the best way to travel between Rome and Venice? Having lived in Spain, I remember this same debate when heading to Barcelona from Madrid. To provide some answers, we’ve again enlisted the expertise of GAC, a regular contributor … Continue reading →
