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Mon, 25 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [198]
Today is a a very special15 year anniversary and I am celebrating by visiting the Sistine Chapel. I was concerned that I might not be able to enter the Chapel because of the possiblity of the Conclave meeting to vote on the Pope. Fortunately for ... Read more >
Sun, 24 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [191]
This was a very unique day. Pope Benedict is scheduled to deliver his last sermon before leaving the Vatican.The day began with the bells ringing all over the city. I think they rang for 20 minutes. It was so beautiful and felt like it would go on forever.... Read more >
Sat, 23 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [249]
Yes, I did get everything packed that I am going to take. I left alot clothes behind to make room for new purchases. It is sad to leave my cozy little home here at Il Chistro di Carmine. After a huge breakfast and saying good bye to Davide.
Decided ... Read more >
Fri, 22 Feb 2013 | By bhavyabhandari | Views [486]
Italy! Nestled at the bottom of Europe, this country not only has immense historical and architectural value, it has also been blessed with an amazing geographical location. Good weather, amazing beaches, and turquoise blue seas - it lives up to everyone’... Read more >
Tags: amalfi, beaches, blue waters, sea, venice
Fri, 22 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [232]
On my last full day in Siena, I decided to visit the Duomo. Interestingly enough this stucture has never been completed as designed. The plague hit the city in the middle of the 15th century and it just has never been completed. I made my way to the ... Read more >
Thu, 21 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [268]
Today is just for relaxing. Yea. I awakened on my own and and enjoyed a lovely breakfast. I talked with a couple who are visiting from England and staying at the convent all week. Davide volunteered to do my laudry! I can't believe it. So I just headed ... Read more >
Wed, 20 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [211]
Slept in a bit. Fixed myself breakfast - pasta and fruit from last night's dinner. Had to check out at 11:00 (I'm sure no one else was chcking in, but...). I found a little bus (mostly for locals) which drove up and down the main street, the very steep ... Read more >
Tue, 19 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [218]
Of, course another night of fitful sleeping, because lots of connections to make again. However, I awakened early to go out on an added adventure. Last night, while reading up on where I was yesterday, I ran across a suggestion to visit the fresh ... Read more >
Mon, 18 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [180]
I am so nervous today. I hope I get to where I need to be when I need to be there. Great breakfast and then onto train station. Thank heavens I could leave part of my things at hotel until I return on Wednesday. Taxi ride to train station was $3.50 more ... Read more >
Sun, 17 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [196]
Today was an unkown that turned our to be terrific. I had booked a day tour through the hotel and with _________ .I asked the front desk of the hotel for directions to start the tour. I was told, "Just follow the main street". Well that would be fine ... Read more >
Sat, 16 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [198]
After a restless night, I had a huge breakfast and then took a quick nap. Anxious about train ride. Decided to hop on a little bus and loop around the Florence. Great way to see the city.
Checked out of Hotel Adler Cavilleri and headed to the train ... Read more >
Fri, 15 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [262]
Ahhhh well-rested and excited to get started. After a huge breakfast, I headed out to see the sites. I joined a tour to visit the Duomo and the Academia.
I find the Duomo to be a bit overwhelming. The intricacy and detail are remarkable. For me, though, ... Read more >
Thu, 14 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [207]
I arrived in Firenze on Valentine's Day. On my taxi ride to the hotel, I was able to talk with the driver in Italian!
I stayed at the Hotel Adler Cavillieri. My room was amazing-Il Glicini (the wisteria). It was like a little apartment with my own ... Read more >
Wed, 13 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [175]
So many last minute details-drives me crazy. As soon as I walked in the airport I knew my luggage was all wrong.
First purchase a rolling back pack. Took me an hour to fit everything into it but much more manageable than the shoulder bag.
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Tue, 12 Feb 2013 | By stix | Views [173]
Well I am just about ready to take off and I am so nervous.
This is a big adventure for me. I will be traveling throughout Italy via train and bus.
All arrangements have been made through Perillo with Italy Vacations.
Can I really do this? What ... Read more >
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