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Rome Hotels With Pools
Blog: Ron in Rome - 4 June 2011
It’s probably hot where you are… and even hotter in Rome! One question you hear often is, “Can I find a hotel that has a pool?” And the answer is yes! There are many hotels in the city that DO … Continue reading →
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The Lion in Rome – Have You Been Here?
Blog: Vagobond.com - 29 May 2011
Rome captures all that is magical in the world. Traveling in Rome is like being in a strange fairy tale - complete with bedbugs. Part of the beauty of the ancient world to me lies in the use of water and fountains. The water gushing from this statue of a lion in Rome touched me in a way I can't explain but that I think the photo captures. The starkness of the background only serves to enhance that feeling.
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All the Italian cities are unique
Blog: nateniale { reflections on my travels and everything else I love } - 22 May 2011
Managed to go to quite a number of cities around Italy, and like one of the owner of the Bed and Breakfast we stayed in said "There are three Italy - the Northern Italy, the Southern Italy and the middle one". I fully agreed! All the cities that we went to were very different - it felt like we were in different countries! And most of the time, the traffic best described the mood of the city. Venice
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57th Annual Puccini Opera Festival
Blog: Ron in Rome - 19 May 2011
If you’re in Italy late this summer, you’re in for a treat. Starting in July, the the 57th Edition of the Puccini Opera Festival in Torre del Lago, (near Lucca) is taking place! Although Puccini was born in Lucca, he … Continue reading →
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The Best Roller Bag for Europe is…
Blog: Ron in Rome - 18 May 2011
Years ago, when I lived a different life, I traveled quite often. Living on the road, I became very reliant on my luggage. I had a bag packed for plane usage and another carry-on bag for driving trips – way … Continue reading →
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The Beautiful City of Rome
Blog: Pommie Travels - 18 May 2011
Let’s face it when it comes to that life changing trip around Europe there are certain places that are on everyone’s list. Paris, London, Amsterdam and of course, Rome have got so much going on for them that if it is not possible to visit all of ‘the big four’ it is no big worry. [...]
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Train Connections in 10 minutes or Less
Blog: Ron in Rome - 17 May 2011
One of the often stated concerns is, “How can I best make my train connection?’” For many folks, riding a train in Europe might be their first train ride ever. And certainly changing trains can be a challenge. There are … Continue reading →
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Four Not to Miss Moments in Rome
Blog: Landlopers - 12 May 2011
There are thousands of books, articles and blog posts about what to do in Rome. I think it is probably safe to say that the must-see list is well covered and I have every confidence that every tourist to the Eternal City will know that...Copyright LandLopers All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized use prohibited.
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Lost Luggage – Oh No!
Blog: Ron in Rome - 2 May 2011
We’ve unfortunately lost our luggage a few times on trips to Europe prior to moving overseas. Both times it was Alitalia and we had no luggage for 4-6 days. Frankly, after the hassle of the first fiasco, I never expected … Continue reading →
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Angry Dudes and Sexy Nudes in the Vatican Museums
Blog: Vagobond.com - 1 May 2011
When you are in Rome, whether it's for a day or a week, one thing you have to do is visit the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel.
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Calling Internationally
Blog: Ron in Rome - 28 April 2011
For US travelers, understanding the International Phone system can be sometimes confusing. It’s actually quite simple. 25 years ago every US state had one area code. Now with the proliferation of cell phones and population growth, even cities like Atlanta, … Continue reading →
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Terminal 5 at FCO
Blog: Ron in Rome - 23 April 2011
There seems to be a lot of confusion about Terminal 5 at the FCO (Leonardo Da Vinci) airport– some of the confusion is created by multiple US Airline websites. Terminal 5 (T5) was opened in May 2008. It is a … Continue reading →
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The Worst Way to Visit the Vatican
Blog: Landlopers - 14 April 2011
A visit to Vatican City is a must for any tourist in Rome and not without reason. There is no need to go into the rich history, art and architecture of this tiny country, suffice it to say it is a remarkable place to visit....Copyright LandLopers All Rights Reserved. Unauthorized use prohibited.
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Vatican City - This is Where The Money Goes
Blog: Living the Dream: RTW - 11 April 2011
The Holy See, Vatican City, the Pope, the Catholic Church, whatever you wish to call it; resides in the city of Rome. As a popular destination for the world's 1 billion plus Catholics and visitors of all religions, Vatican City is a destination in and of itself for those visiting Rome and takes up a whole day for most who want
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Via Margutta
Blog: Ron in Rome - 3 April 2011
After a long day walking around Rome, I’d often headed home from the Spanish Steps area. And if I needed a few minutes of decompression, I often found myself headed over to Via Margutta. This is a small, narrow street … Continue reading →
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Sounds of Italy – Andrea Bocelli
Blog: Ron in Rome - 31 March 2011
Italy is filled with incredible sights… and sounds. Among the most wonderful – and most Italian – sounds is the voice of Andrea Bocelli. A talented Italian tenor, he has overcome physical adversity to sell more then 65 million albums. … Continue reading →
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Toilets in Rome
Blog: Ron in Rome - 29 March 2011
Where do you go when you have to go? Unfortunately, Rome’s public toilet options are not well marked. They are available but often very difficult to find. Most people thus believe that Rome lacks sufficient public lavatories. After you see … Continue reading →
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Arriving in Rome – Scaring the Indians
Blog: Vagobond.com - 27 March 2011
Rome wasn't built in a day, but you can certainly see some of it in 24 hours if you don't have more time. A cheap flight from Fes, Morocco with no frills, uncomfortable carrier Ryan Air got me to Rome's Ciampino Airport from Fes Sais Airport with an ultra cheap fair of about $60 including the taxes. Not bad for a transcontinental flight.
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The 25 Best Hotels in Rome?
Blog: Ron in Rome - 26 March 2011
Which hotel should I stay in when visiting Rome? This is a question you hear over and over on every travel board. Certainly one man’s castle is not every man’s castle. Then there’s the location to consider. Will I be … Continue reading →
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The Creepiest Place in Rome
Blog: Ciao Bambino! - 25 March 2011
I left out an important Rome attraction earlier this week when I published my post on 72 hours in Rome with kids. On the morning of our departure, we got up extra early to ensure we'd have time to visit the Capuchin Crypt — a set of six chapels made up of human bones and skulls. Sound creepy? It's ultra creepy!
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72 Hours in Rome with Kids
Blog: Ciao Bambino! - 23 March 2011
Many families use Rome as the starting point for 10-14 day trips to Italy. Rome is my favorite big city in Europe with kids. The layers of history, the chaos, the loitering — it's impossible to be an outsider here as you are always drawn into the action in some way, shape, or form. I actually recommend spending at least 4 days in Rome (see my post on creating the best family-friendly Itinerary in Italy). However, I know how hard it is to allocate precious days on vacation and many people end up in Rome for just 72 hours.
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Rome at Night
Blog: Ron in Rome - 22 March 2011
Often travelers mention that they would like to spend their last night close to the FCO airport as they have a 09:00 or 10:30 flight back to the USA. I just bow my head, hold it, and shake it slowly … Continue reading →
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Food in Rome
Blog: Ron in Rome - 15 March 2011
By Zerlina, Guest Columnist First, let’s get some misconceptions out of the way. You will not find “Italian food” in Rome, for the simple reason that Italian food does not exist. Italian food is regional: Food in Rome is different … Continue reading →
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Metro Line A closing at 21:00
Blog: Ron in Rome - 14 March 2011
Due to the ongoing construction of the new Metro Line C, Metro Line A (the red line) will stop running each night at 21:00 hours. The only exception will be on Saturdays when the metro will run its regular schedule … Continue reading →
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Walkabout Rome
Blog: See Simi Travel Blog - 14 March 2011
Rome was everything that I expected it to be, except for the smell of dog and horse poop, and the noise. Everything that "they" warn you about is true: the men will try to seduce you; pickpockets abound; and you're going to eat your own weight in food: mostly gelati and some mega carbs. That being said, you had better walk it off! Rome is really easy to navigate on foot. I'm serious! Check out all the things you can see while working on your love-handles.
