My Happy Place is the Italian Riviera
The first time I saw my long-time dream of visiting Italy becoming a reality, I thought I knew exactly where I wanted to go. Florence? Absolutely! Rome? Yes, please. I […]
The first time I saw my long-time dream of visiting Italy becoming a reality, I thought I knew exactly where I wanted to go. Florence? Absolutely! Rome? Yes, please. I […]
I’m so excited to finally spend some time in the Tuscan town of Siena. A mere two hour train ride takes us from grey and windy Rome to Siena’s bright, […]
I’ve Learned… *that famous astronomer, Archimedes, was born here in 287 BC. *there are many civilizations that ruled Syracuse. After the Romans, who conquered the Greeks fell, it was ruled […]
It’s our last day in Sicily. We head to the Syracuse’s famous archaeological park which hosts many well-preserved Greek and Roman remains. After enjoying the 3rd century (yes, third century!) […]
1. That currywurst is tasty! A great lunch on the go. 2. That it’s the 2nd largest city in the EU! 9 times larger than Paris! 3. I learned a […]
It’s my last day in Berlin. I considered heading out to Potsdam yesterday, but I don’t know any Prussian history beyond mentions in various historical fiction books. I’m a European […]