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A few years ago I took my four year old daughter to the Seattle Art Museum where they were having a fantastic display of Roman art and sculpture as well as a chance to see Ghiberti’s Golden Doors before they were to be sent … Continue reading
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My dad is my great friend and to the disbelief of my old high school self, I have come to realize we are actually quite alike in personality. Except at some crucial moments when we are traveling. Over the last few years I have … Continue reading
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I thought in honor of sweetheart’s day I would simply list the things that I love about Italy. Here they are, off the top of my head and in no particular order. Go ahead, I encourage you to make your … Continue reading
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Regally perched high atop a hill of tufa is the magical but dying town of Civita di Bagnoregio. This tiny village near Orvieto in Umbria has everything one could hope for when exploring the Italian countryside. Civita is quaint, so … Continue reading
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It is only fair that I include my personal top ten embarrassing travel moments after poking fun of others. Ready or not here they are, and a third of them have to do with poo. I apologize ahead of time. … Continue reading
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When I was taking small groups on tour in Italy, I learned to never be too surprised at what I overheard. Some funny, some unbelievable but all entertaining. I can laugh at this even more knowing I have an entire list dedicated to … Continue reading
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Two days ago I posted a blog (read it here) about the new laws put in place by Monti to stimulate growth for Italy’s struggling economy. The law now allows storekeepers the right to stay open 24/7 including weekends and holidays. Italy … Continue reading
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Change. The only constant in this life. This week I have found myself thinking about the people and places that had always been present for my every visit. A comfort to see them no matter how much time had passed, as if I had … Continue reading
An Incredible Story of Courage in the Face Of Death – A Personal Account of Tragedy Caused by the Vernazza Flood Translation courtesy of Save Vernazza. Please click here for information on donating. Pino Giannoni of the gelateria “Porto Dody Gelateria Artiginale” … Continue reading
Dreaming of Italy
