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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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Deep in the heart of historic Naples
Blog: nateniale { reflections on my travels and everything else I love } - 24 November 2011
{ Naples, Italy - May 2011 } Walking down the chaotic historic centre of Naples, you would never guess that there is a whole world deep underground. There are various sites and tours that bring visitors under the city, but on our visit we decided to explore the Naples' underground with Napoli Sotterranea, which literally means Naples Underground.
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5 Ways to Experience Florence like a True Florentine
Blog: Vagobond.com - 23 November 2011
Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance: with over 70 museums and over 60 churches there is so much to see in a limited about of time and you should see as much as humanly possible.
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People of Napoli
Blog: nateniale { reflections on my travels and everything else I love } - 22 November 2011
{ Naples, Italy - May 2011 } In my previous two posts on "People of Venice" and "People of Vatican City", you can see how touristy the places are. Venice was full of day-trippers and we could only escape them early in the morning, or when we started wondering the tiny alleys. In Vatican City, with only 800 residents, there are literally only tourists that you see!
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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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RADIOHEAD in FLORENCE!
Blog: Florence Journal - 21 November 2011
I can't believe this - RADIOHEAD in the Cascine - July 1, 2012. Seems to be sold out already, but there must be tickets somewhere...
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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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L’Antica Pizzeria Da Michele
Blog: nateniale { reflections on my travels and everything else I love } - 18 November 2011
{ Naples, Italy - May 2011 } Growing up in Malaysia, and then studying in Singapore and Australia, the pizza that I knew and grew up with were those American pizza with thick crust and lots of toppings. I was never really a fan. Soon, I discovered thin crust Italian pizza that I came to love. So, when in Naples, the birth place of pizza, what do you think is the must eat dish?
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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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Thanksgiving dinner in Florence, 2011
Blog: Florence Journal - 17 November 2011
I am sure there are some independent Italian restaurants that must offer a Thanksgiving meal. All I ever receive via email is from the big hotels though. This year as usual the Westin Excelsior has a dinner, and so does...
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Pizza Pilgrimage to Naples, Italy
Blog: London Cosmopolitan - 15 November 2011
Most people bypass Naples in favor for the dramatic views and chic seaside resorts on the Amalfi Coast, and for good reasons: the Amalfi Coast is simply jaw-dropping gorgeous.
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Pulcinella in Naples
Blog: nateniale { reflections on my travels and everything else I love } - 15 November 2011
{ Naples, Italy - May 2011 } Walking down the streets in the historic centre of Naples, we soon saw a recurring figure that seemed to the unofficial mascot of the city. A character dressed in white with a black mask, there were many figurines of him playing various musical instruments and even with pizza and spaghetti in hand. We later found out that the character is Pulcinella, which means "chick" in Italian, and it originated from 17th century theatre.
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How I fell in love with the historic centre of Naples
Blog: nateniale { reflections on my travels and everything else I love } - 12 November 2011
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Piazza Signoria
Blog: Florence Journal - 10 November 2011
This has literally been in a years long gestation process, but I finally got it off the ground and I hope there is a lot more to come. A site devoted to Piazza Signoria with tons of info, all original...
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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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10 Must See Destinations For Backpackers in Europe
Blog: GoBackpacking - 9 November 2011
This post was written in partnership with TravelSupermarket.com. Europe contains many places that are stunningly beautiful, deeply fascinating or significantly important. In fact some destinations are all of the above! Whilst any list of ‘must see’ places can only ever be subjective and open for debate, the following 10 must see destinations are certainly up [...]
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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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Life on the High Wire – Via Ferrata & Klettersteig
Blog: Inside the Travel Lab - 8 November 2011
Fear. It’s all in the mind. That’s what I tell myself as I inch my foot sideways, staring straight ahead. Daylight fills the 20 foot space between my eyeballs and the glistening wall of rock...Life on the High Wire – Via Ferrata & Klettersteig first appeared on Inside the Travel Lab. Head over there for more juicy fresh travel goodness. Or, you know, something you might like to read...
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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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Bergamo – Italian City of Festivals
Blog: Vagobond.com - 7 November 2011
Bergamo is a trading crossroads for not only Europe but for the world. And, as a bonus - some wonderful festivals come with that.
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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 →
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Across the Tiber in Rome
Blog: nateniale { reflections on my travels and everything else I love } - 5 November 2011
{ Rome, Italy - May 2011 } After being showered with treasures in the Vatican Museums and people-watch in Saint Peter's Square, we walked straight towards Castel Sant'Angelo. Castel and Ponte Sant'Angelo
