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Up in Lisbon

June 19, 2012 by Hans BeltranLeave a Comment

One of the best ways to get to know the charming capital of Portugal is by walking without a fixed direction. So, even if you feel disoriented at first, you will always be gladly surprised with what you might find on your Lisboan way. To understand how to get located in the city, you just need to understand that as other large cities in the world like Rome, Istanbul or San Francisco, Lisbon was built on seven hills that explain its steep … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Bridges, Dessert, Fashion, Flowers, History, Istanbul, Paris, Portugal, Rome, San Francisco, Seafood, Shopping Mall, Walking tour, Wine Tasting

Going to Rome with Children

April 23, 2012 by Hans BeltranLeave a Comment

Although it always depends of your kids' favorite activities, energy level and interests, the capital of Italy can be a quite rough place to bring children under eight for many reasons. Narrow and cobblestone streets crowded with tourists, bicycles and Vespas, plus constant traffic jams under the wild, hot, shiny sun of the summer, is not the best scenario for those pushing a stroller. In fact, this experience can easily overwhelm the younger … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Castle, Culture, Europe, History, Italy, Museum, Public Transportation, Restaurants, Rome, Traffic, Zoo

Tuscan Delights

March 21, 2012 by Allison Tibaldi2 Comments

When I first married into a Tuscan family, I was stunned at the sheer number of butcher shops that stood under the elegant porticos in Greve-in-Chianti's gracious piazza. This tiny town in the middle of the Chianti Classico wine country has a score of butchers, many more than I would have thought could possibly earn a livelihood from the miniscule population. Americans may be known for consuming large quantities of beef, but Tuscans are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: North America · Tagged: Art, Bus Travel, Coffee, Dessert, Family Travel, Florence, Food and Wine, Garden, Italy, Los Angeles, New York City, Restaurants, Rome, Shanghai, Shopping Mall, Spain, Sushi, Toronto, Tuscany, Wine Tasting

Rome Museums – Top Museums You Won’t Want to Miss

March 20, 2012 by Hans BeltranLeave a Comment

If you've decided to visit Rome, you'll quickly find that many great attractions are available for you to enjoy. You'll find historical sites, lovely monuments and some incredible museums. Many are easy to access, especially if you're renting one of the great Rome apartments near the center of this exciting city. Although you may not have the time to visit every museum in the city, here are a few of the top museums you won't want to … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Art, History, Honeymoon, Museum, Rome

A Bicycle Built for Two

February 13, 2012 by John EdwardsLeave a Comment

While I was house-sitting a 15th-century farmhouse in historical Gascony, with a backyard view of the snow-capped Pyrennees, I decided one bracing morning over a cafe du lait to hire a bike and make a pilgrimage to one of France's oddest pilgrimage sites: "NOTRE DAME DES CYCLISTES." Looking decidedly uncool in my fuzzy Patagonia jacket, Tintin T-shirt, Gap shorts, white athletic socks, and Rockport walking shoes, I pedaled like a madman, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Animal Rescue, Art, Bicycle, Chile, Coffee, England, Fashion, Fiji, Film, France, Journey, Markets, Michigan, Missouri, Museum, New York City, North Dakota, Rome, Spain, Vineyards

Celebrating the New Year in Rome

December 20, 2011 by Miss MociLeave a Comment

If you don't have any plans for your New Year's Eve celebrations yet continue reading for an exciting last minute suggestion. Each year the Eternal City has an entertaining programme filled with music on December 31st and January 1st. If you stay in Rome apartments you don't have to worry about driving or parking, but either way it is advised to get there early, because there will be crowds. The traditional New Year's celebrations take … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Culture, Dancing, Fireworks, Holiday Season, Italy, Music, Rome

Contemporary Art in Rome

November 8, 2011 by Miss MociLeave a Comment

At the sound of the term "contemporary art" Rome is probably one of the last things that come to mind. Yes, of course there is plenty of art to be found in Rome, but artists like Caravaggio or Michelangelo don't exactly stand for futuristic video installations or performance art. Up until recently the contemporary art scene in Rome was said to be either dead or none-existent. But during the last couple of years efforts have been made to make room … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Italy, Museum, Rome

Villa d’Este in Tivoli

September 6, 2011 by Miss MociLeave a Comment

The first time I visited Rome a couple of years I stayed for over a week in one of the Rome apartments which was plenty of time to see the most important in the city, but also a couple of other monuments and sights that are outside of the city. My favorite sights in Rome by far were the Trevi Fountain, the Coliseum and the Sistine Chapel inside of the Vatican. We also did a few daytrips to take full advantage of the surroundings. My … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Architecture, Art, Bus Travel, Europe, Garden, History, Rome

Alta Moda in Rome

June 7, 2011 by Miss MociLeave a Comment

Although I think of Paris when thinking of European fashion capitals, as the fashion show in the French capital might be the most prestigious fashion show that exists, I can't help but notice a majority of the label names are Italian. The most important Italian cities when it comes to fashion are without a doubt Milan and Rome. I have never been to Milan, but I stayed in apartments in Rome twice. The first time I was there I went in to some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Fashion, Festival, Italy, London, New York City, Paris, Rome, Shopping Mall, Spain, Walking tour

Night at the Museum

May 27, 2011 by Emily MinerLeave a Comment

I stood in front of the Galleria Borghese, my eyes darting between three lines that seemed to snake for equally infinite distances through the elaborate Baroque gardens before the villa, trying to decide which to join. It was Museum Night in Rome: the single night of the year when all of its fabled attractions are open to the public, and at 8:00 P.M., when the evening began, the most famous sights were mobbed. It was also my first night in Rome, … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe · Tagged: Airport, Art, Backpacking, Bus Travel, Ecuador, History, Italy, Journey, Museum, Rome, Spain

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