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The city of Rome is an historical treasure trove. You could spend an entire lifetime here and still not manage to see everything it has to offer. Paintings, sculptures, tapestries, frescoes, furnishings, jewellery and ot...
Covid-19 threatens to dampen the Christmas spirit in Rome this year. Christmas in Rome in 2020 was never going to be anything like other years, due to the shadow of covid-19, but now there is a question mark hanging ove...
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Welcome to your guide for spending a day exploring the gorgeous city of Rome and only taking a small handful of money with you. This is Exploring Rome on a budget!  Please note, this guide is designed assuming you have...
“I don’t think we should be here,” Charlie says, glancing nervously at the monstrous brick buildings looming in front of us. Their shadows, cast by the weak yellow light of flickering street lamps, span across the cobble...
Oh, the classic sights of Rome: ancient Roman ruins, cobblestone streets, picture-perfect restaurants, quaint leather shops, and… weed dispensaries. Tourists in the Eternal City may be taken aback by a recent addition t...
Lake Nemi is a volcanic lake located in the Park of Castelli Romani, a rural pocket of the Lazio region. Lago di Nemi in Italian, Lake Nemi is 33 metres deep and nestled among the Colli Albani, the Alban Hills. Two sma...
Il Parco Regionale dei Castelli Romani (The Regional Park of Roman Castles), is a scenic region located just outside of metropolitan Rome. The former stomping grounds of Roman elites, the area is known simply as the “Ca...
Located near the Amalfi Coast, Sorrento is a must-visit destination for tourists who want to immerse themselves in the Southern Mediterranean lifestyle. Sorrento is a small town with a population of 16,000, but its resid...
Tiberis returns to Rome river bank for third year. Rome is seeking private sponsorship to reopen Tiberis, the city's artificial beach on the banks of the river Tiber, reports online newspaper RomaToday. Sponsorship p...
A tabaccheria, or “tabacchi” for short, is a small quasi-convenience store that can simultaneously be a cafe, tourist trinket-shop, mini post office, and more--or none of the above. First time visitors in Italy will imme...
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The Trulli houses of Alberobello are dry-stone huts that are located in the Puglia region. The Trulli are considered a historic site because of its history dating back to the 14h century. There are 1,500 Trulli houses...
One of the most well known Italian greetings throughout the world is the informal greeting known as "Ciao." It is known for being used as either "hello" or "goodbye" between family members, friends, and those amongst t...
At the touch of our fingertips we have access to millions of apps. The world’s most popular social media, games and news. Now, those of you looking for a more useful way to spend screen time, there is an easy solution....
The contribution of Italy to the coffee scene is undeniable. Italians have influenced the planet with their tradition, passion....and their caffe corretto. So what exactly is a Caffè corretto? Espresso skewered wit...
A practical guide on how to dress when visiting the Vatican Museums and St. Peter’s Basilica.Consider that the most beautiful works of art are found in churches - it is not worth missing them for a fashion faux- pas!  W...
When traveling to another country for a short period of time, the best way to get the most out of your visit is to plan in advance. Here are a few blogs that will assist in the planning phase of your future journey to Ro...
The Coronavirus has changed everything. There is no more work or school, and now, it feels like there is no more freedom.  Lives have been reduced to just staying at home. Even though the lockdown laws allow for us to...
If you are one of the brave souls leaving your home for a quick errand, there are a couple of things that you need to know.  Since Italian premier Giuseppe Conte announced Italy’s nationwide shutdown, I have been inside...
My dad tapped his fingers, on the steering wheel, to the beat of some heavy metal song. My mom sat in the seat behind me, ranting about me making friends on the plane and sticking with them while abroad. Meanwhile, I...
What kind of shoes a real Italian wears really comes down to personal preference. Here’s a handful of places to buy shoes in Rome. A quick internet search of “shoes in Rome” will illicit hundreds of results from website...
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