Walk the Ruins of Pompeii
The city of Pompeii (map), located near Naples, Italy (map) was destroyed during a 2-day eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 AD. The city was buried under ash and pumice, and for nearly 1700 years was presumed lost. In the mid 1700’s it was discovered, and an excavation of the site gave the world a glimpse of what life was like during the height of the Roman Empire.
Pompeii is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has become a popular tourist attraction with millions of visitors each year. You...
August 7th, 2010 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredphoto, Italy, Ruins, UNESCO world heritage sites
Venice With Kids
... are available upon request and vary in pricing.
I’m fairly certain the BAUERs properties are out of my price range, but once I finally do Italy with kids, I’m convinced that a stay there will be a part of my NEXT trip to Venice.
For more information, visit http://www.bauerhotels.com/
Photos courtesy BAUER Hotels
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July 15th, 2010 | Corinne McDermott | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: family, featuredarticle, hotel, Italy, Venice
Exploring Sicily
Sicily (map) is the largest island in the Mediterranean, and although once a country in it’s own right, has been a part of Italy since the unification of the country in 1860. It is the largest region of Italy, with a population of over 5 million. The island relies primarily on lemon and orange orchards for its economic base, but the lure of the sea, the natural beauty of the island, and a longing for a taste of rural life is starting to push tourism into the economic mix.
A popular and...
July 7th, 2010 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: featuredphoto, island, Italy, Sicily
The Romantic Waterways of Venice
The Grand Canal, Venice
They called her Serenissima, “the most serene Republic of Venice.” Once her navy was the mistress of the seas, and for centuries she has been the romantic inspiration of artists, poets and lovers. Venice casts a spell on you. She has an allure that stays with you long after you have departed.
One of Venice's many little bridges
Boats are part of the life here. An endless armada of small crafts ply the canals of this watery city, which is composed of 118 small...
June 7th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: featuredphoto, Italy, sightseeing
Taproot Theatre Presents Enchanted April
As summer moves into Indian summer and will move into rainy fall, I can’t help but think of my summer vacation in Italy. Since it’s going to be awhile before I can get my Italy fix again, at least in person, I’ll be jumping at the chance to relive it vicariously with Taproot Theatre’s production of the romantic comedy, Enchanted April.
Set in the 1920’s, the play follows four British women who leave behind a rainy English spring and head to a castle overlooking the Mediterranean on the...
September 18th, 2009 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Enchanted April, Italy, People - Interesting Local People, People Watching, Performing Arts - Theater & Dance, Taproot Theatre
Luxury resort and spa in Tuscany
Guest room at Terme
A member of The Leading Hotels of the World®, Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort outside of Rome, Italy is a true luxury hideaway. It’s built along foothills in the southern part of Tuscany, and its centerpiece is a pool of sulphuric water that bubbles 24 hours a day. Days can be spent poolside with frequent dips in the healing 98.6 F thermal waters, or at the resort’s spa that offers equally relaxing massages and facials as it does medical and beauty treatments. At...
August 17th, 2009 | Jeanne Dupuis | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: golf, Hotels & Places to Stay, Italy, luxury resort, luxury spa, Tuscany
Plan a FREE Visit to the Roman Coliseum
Today’s guest post at Europe String come from Mary Jo Manzanares, Travel Editor and Writer at PlanetEye. When she’s not busy traveling, for business or pleasure, you will find Mary Jo writing at The Seattle Traveler or planning her next great adventure.
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The Coliseum in Rome (map) is the largest remaining monument of Imperial Rome, and is the top landmark in a city full of landmarks. Built between AD 72-80, the Coliseum was originally called the Flavian Amphitheater and was the center...
August 8th, 2009 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 5Filed under: Attractions, Coliseum, culture, historic sites, history, Italy, Rome, Sightseeing in Europe
Trevi Fountain Costs Only Your Coins
While it may seem like only tourist flock to Trevi Fountain, it’s worth a visit for a few reasons.
First, it’s the most spectacular fountain in Rome. And if you’ve looked around at all the fountains in the city, you’ll know that’s saying something. The Baroque-style fountain features a large sculpture of Oceanus in the center, along with a chariot in the shape of a shell drawn by seahorses. The water is full of sculptures portraying sea creatures, drawn from both real life and mythology.
Its...
June 4th, 2009 | Mary Jo Manzanares | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: city stops, Italy, resting spots, Rome, Sightseeing in Europe, Trevi Fountain
Vinitaly Miami 2009
Are you ready to taste some of the best Italian wines and olive oils around without breaking your bank account and without leaving the area? VinItaly Miami 2009 is just around the corner. Starting on Monday, February 9th – Wednesday, February 11th, members of the trade, specialized media and consumers will gather at the Biltmore (at Cafe Boulud in Palm Beach on the 11th) for a selection of walk around tastings and social events. The purpose of the event is to connect winemakers from various...
February 7th, 2009 | klynch | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Cafe Bould, Events, Italy, Miami Reviews, Restaurants & Bars, the biltmore, vinitaly, wine
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