Another late morning! I woke up around 9:30 which is late compared to what I’ve been used to on this trip so far. Most mornings I’ve been up at 7:30, 8:00AM.
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10 reasons to travel to Calabria: part 2
Here are 5 more reasons to venture to Italy's southernmost mainland region
Read more »10 reasons to travel to Calabria: part 1
Calabria is the southern Italian region that is the toe of Italy's boot. Not only is it Europe's best value destination but it has more going for it than you'd guess from the little coverage it receives in the travel press.
Read more »Watery Travel: Have Kayak, Will Travel
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie is not what you'll be singing, our mother warned us. "The gondolas in Venice are dirty and unromantic!" But the New York Times offers a sporting alternative: kayaking Venice, where you're your own gondolier.
Read more »Siena, the jewel of Tuscany
Siena is one of the most visited places in Tuscany and can be considered as the jewel of Tuscany, one of the most beautiful regions of Italy. This city is surrounded by olive trees and the vineyards of Chianti.
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Rome Tip: Michelangelo for Free!
During his time in Rome, Michelangelo charged the ancient city with works of incredible beauty. His sculptures, frescoes, and architecture still inspire a city-wide love affair.
And, his priceless work is on view at no cost to modern admirers. Angela K. Nickerson, author of A Journey into Michelangelo’s Rome, takes us on a very cheapo-friendly tour of Michelangelo’s Rome.
Read more »Florence: A Visit with Michelangelo
Michelangelo Buonarroti was born outside of Florence in 1475. Though he spent much of his life working in Rome, he loved Florence and considered it his home. Many of his greatest works still reside in Florence, and Florentines are exceedingly proud of their native son.
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