Category: Naples
The Underground City of NaplesSeptember 30, 2009 · Category: Naples
Ok, so I’ve come around to accepting that there are other things to do in Naples than eat pizza. It was tough though, and took... [Read the full story]
A Fantastic Paris MapSeptember 30, 2009 · Category: Mapping Tools, Paris
We just came across a great site for Paris-lovers or those planning a trip to the City of Light. Zeev’s Map of Paris offers... [Read the full story]
Dining on the Roof of Lecce, Italy’s Five Star HotelSeptember 29, 2009 · Category: Puglia
The Roof Garden Altavilla restaurant on top of the Risorgimento Resort Hotel offers very fine Italian food with memorable views... [Read the full story]
Film Review: “Paris, je t’aime”September 29, 2009 · Category: Views and Opinions
Don’t have time to make it to Paris this year? That’s OK, you can begin to satisfy your wanderlust by renting one of the most... [Read the full story]
Swabia: Industry Drives Ahead, Poetry Lives OnSeptember 28, 2009 · Category: Western Germany
Cleversulzbach, Germany is a dangerous place if you are the mother of a famous German poet. Two such women lie in the village’s... [Read the full story]
Exploring the Lost Gardens of Heligan in Cornwall, EnglandSeptember 28, 2009 · Category: The South of England
Located near the village of Mevagissey in Cornwall, England, the Lost Gardens of Heligan are one of Cornwall’s must-visit gardens. Originally... [Read the full story]
Eco Retreat in the North Leitrim Glens, IrelandSeptember 27, 2009 · Category: Ireland
On your next visit to Ireland, take some time away from the pub while you nourish your soul and offer respect to Mother Earth.... [Read the full story]
Enjoying Italian EspressoSeptember 27, 2009 · Category: Italy
I can’t imagine spending a day in Italy without indulging in a simple cup of dark, nutty espresso or sipping it through a cloud... [Read the full story]
Loving Italy’s Lake GardaSeptember 26, 2009 · Category: Northern Italy
My grandfather gave me a copy of Goethe’s Italian Letters before I took the train south from Frankfurt to Lake Garda, in... [Read the full story]
British Airways Will Soon Charge for Seat Assignments!September 25, 2009 · Category: Travel News
British Airways, in a move that will certainly upset many travelers, will soon charge passengers to reserve a seat. If you want... [Read the full story]
Eco Friendly Ancient Italian VillasSeptember 25, 2009 · Category: Italy
When we think of escaping to a villa in Italy, we imagine a peaceful retreat in a private and ancient setting. Some may think... [Read the full story]
Stay Limber, Travel Better: Yoga Positions to Ease the Pain of Long FlightsSeptember 25, 2009 · Category: Travel Health and Safety
In my late teens and early twenties, I could sit for multiple hours on planes, trains or buses and emerge feeling rested and ready... [Read the full story]
The Sensuous Markets of Seville, SpainSeptember 24, 2009 · Category: Seville
There is no shortage of sights to see in Seville. I’ve been there twice and feel like I’ve only scratched the surface of what... [Read the full story]
Naples Archeological Museum – One of the GreatsSeptember 24, 2009 · Category: Naples
The lively city of Naples has a lot to offer, from a 13th-century Gothic cathedral to terrific pizza joints, but the most compelling... [Read the full story]
Wine Tasting in Chianti, ItalySeptember 23, 2009 · Category: Tuscany
I never realized how easy it is to go wine tasting in Chianti until I gave it a try. My girlfriend Kristin and I were staying... [Read the full story]
Marrakech Magnifique!September 22, 2009 · Category: Morocco
The illuminated Koutoubia Mosque looms high and imposing over the Djamma el-Fna, the centuries old heart of Marrakech. A call... [Read the full story]
Rastoke, Croatia: An Old Mill TownSeptember 22, 2009 · Category: Croatia
On bright Saturdays, or on a lazy Sunday, I like to leave Zagreb behind and explore the countryside beyond the city limits. The... [Read the full story]
Sensuous Santorini, GreeceSeptember 21, 2009 · Category: Greece
A low, white stucco wall holds me back from a thousand-foot drop into the Aegean Sea. White buildings pile atop each other, tumbling... [Read the full story]
Assisi, Italy: A Place of PilgrimageSeptember 21, 2009 · Category: Tuscany
St. Francis, born in 1181 to a wealthy silk merchant and his wife, was definitely no saint to begin with. He partied and drank... [Read the full story]
Tour Edinburgh’s “Real Mary King’s Close”September 20, 2009 · Category: Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s Royal Mile is well known for having great views, shops and restaurants, not to mention historic sites like Robert... [Read the full story]
Recycled Wine Accommodations in Eco Friendly HollandSeptember 19, 2009 · Category: The Netherlands
Okay, so we all have heard of sleeping in coffins, hyperbaric chambers and even 6 x 6 pods…but this may be a new idea..sleeping... [Read the full story]
Downtown Bucharest: a Stroll Down Historic Calea VictorieiSeptember 19, 2009 · Category: Romania
Calea Victoriei, a major street running north-south in downtown Bucharest, has many bookstores, hotels, and fashion stores. This... [Read the full story]
Puglia, Italy’s Summer Food and Wine FestivalsSeptember 18, 2009 · Category: Puglia
Each summer, Italy’s Salento peninsula is absolutely overrun with food festivals and wine tastings. A land known primarily for... [Read the full story]
La rentrée – France’s Season of ChangeSeptember 18, 2009 · Category: France
The term la rentrée in it’s most literal sense means “the re-entry” or “the return.” However, it’s one of those French... [Read the full story]
Get Away to France’s Arcachon BaySeptember 17, 2009 · Category: Southwest France
Arcachon, located in the southwest corner of France, was once a wooded Atlantic coastline with just a few huts, endless oyster... [Read the full story]
Picturesque Forchheim, Germany: a Medieval HamletSeptember 17, 2009 · Category: Bavaria
Forchheim is a wonderful, tiny town in northern Bavaria, known in the region as “das Tor zur fränkischen Schweiz,” or the... [Read the full story]
Sky Europe’s Bankruptcy Makes Way for Other Low-cost CarriersSeptember 16, 2009 · Category: Flying Within Europe
Sky Europe, a highly popular low-cost airline, suddenly announced its bankruptcy on September 1, leaving thousands of passengers... [Read the full story]
Pompeii, Italy: Where Time Stands StillSeptember 16, 2009 · Category: Naples
Some 2,000 years ago, Pompeii was a thriving city of shops, taverns, workshops, theatrical shows, and homes with elaborate courtyards.... [Read the full story]
Chase the Blues Away: Blue Cruising Across the Turkish MediterraneanSeptember 15, 2009 · Category: Turkey
Imagine postcard perfect sunsets on crystal blue waters, mountainous backdrops and romantic beaches; sleeping beneath a blanket... [Read the full story]
One of the Top 10 Most Beautiful Roads in ItalySeptember 15, 2009 · Category: Puglia
The road between Italy’s Santa Maria di Leuca and Otranto hugs the incredible white stone cliffs of the Southern Italian coastline... [Read the full story]
European Wine Guide: FranceSeptember 14, 2009 · Category: France
Have you ever looked at labels on European wine bottles and wondered about the meaning of AOC, DOGC, or QmP? Look no further.... [Read the full story]
Borghese Museum: The Brilliance of BerniniSeptember 14, 2009 · Category: Rome
The Vatican dominates the art museums of Rome, with its vast collection of treasures, but for me, the Borghese Gallery and Villa... [Read the full story]
The Scottish Soccer ExperienceSeptember 13, 2009 · Category: Scotland
For many sports fans, live games are the ultimate experience. Often in the United States, the tailgating, food and social interaction... [Read the full story]
Contemporary Spanish Films: The Magic of Pedro AlmodovarSeptember 13, 2009 · Category: Views and Opinions
Pedro Almodovar is, without a doubt, one of the most famous contemporary Spanish filmmakers. His numerous films, recognizable... [Read the full story]
Avoiding Foot and Leg Problems While SightseeingSeptember 12, 2009 · Category: Travel Health and Safety
Most of us walk more while on vacation than we do in our, normal lives. Whether this is because you missed your bus and need... [Read the full story]
Downtown Bucharest: Walking Down to the CathedralSeptember 11, 2009 · Category: Romania
Bucharest, Romania’s capital and home to two million people, is both dense and expansive, both run-down and grandiose. This... [Read the full story]
Iraklio and Knossos, GreeceSeptember 11, 2009 · Category: Crete
A young man and a princess descend into the darkness. Deep in the maze beneath her father’s palace, they can hear growling. Their... [Read the full story]
Cesky Krumlov: Fairytale Castles and a Little Slice of BohemiaSeptember 10, 2009 · Category: Czech Republic
When the hoards of tourists start to cramp your style in the cobblestone plazas of Prague, solace awaits just a few hours south... [Read the full story]
Porto Cesáreo’s Private Islands, ItalySeptember 10, 2009 · Category: Puglia
Renown for its freshest of the fresh seafood and sublime beaches, the city of Porto Cesáreo in Italy’s Puglia region is a popular... [Read the full story]
A Tapas Tour of Northern SpainSeptember 9, 2009 · Category: Spain
Tapas. Pinxtos. Or less formally, little bites of Spanish goodness. There are plenty of reasons to go to Spain; tapas just happen... [Read the full story]
Trakoscan: Croatia’s Castle with a ViewSeptember 9, 2009 · Category: Croatia
As we drive past a winding road flanked by dark green forests, a dark brown sign board announces – Trakoscan Castle –... [Read the full story]
Ludwigsburg, Germany: a City of StorytellingSeptember 8, 2009 · Category: Western Germany
Ludwigsburg is a city of storytelling – and the city’s own story is pretty interesting in its own right. This city... [Read the full story]
Mysterious Rennes-le-Chateau, FranceSeptember 8, 2009 · Category: Southwest France
Mystery and legend swirl around Rennes-le-Chateau, a medieval village in the Languedoc-Roussillon region of southwestern France.... [Read the full story]
Exploring England’s Ightham Mote in KentSeptember 7, 2009 · Category: The South of England
There are a lot of stunning old properties still in existence in the UK and Ightham Mote has to be up there with the best. Ightham... [Read the full story]
Six Tips for Discovering the Authentic (and Cheaper) PragueSeptember 6, 2009 · Category: Prague
Most everyone knows that Prague has the Charles Bridge, excellent opera and those adorable horse-and-carriage rides that follow... [Read the full story]
Restaurant Review: The Playden Oasts Inn, Rye, East SussexSeptember 5, 2009 · Category: The South of England
After a busy day out on the Kent and East Sussex Railway and a visit to the stunning Bodiam Castle, stomachs were rumbling and... [Read the full story]
European Wine Guide: SpainSeptember 4, 2009 · Category: Spain
Have you ever looked at labels on European wine bottles and wondered about the meaning of AOC, DOGC, or QmP? Look no further.... [Read the full story]
Ljubljana: Slovenia’s Enchanting CapitalSeptember 4, 2009 · Category: Slovenia
Imagine a perfect little pocket sized nation, green as the greenest hills you have ever seen and ruled benevolently from a castle... [Read the full story]
Buon Viaggio Green Travelers: Milan, ItalySeptember 3, 2009 · Category: Milan
Common knowledge is that the Italians are on the cutting edge of fashion, industry and nightlife. Becoming environmentally friendly... [Read the full story]
Visiting Italy’s CryptsSeptember 3, 2009 · Category: Italy
The Italian word “ossario” (ossuary) can be traced back to the Latin word osseus, which means boney, and this is, quite literally,... [Read the full story]
Visit England’s Bodiam Castle via a Steam TrainSeptember 2, 2009 · Category: The South of England
As we gently trundled through the East Sussex countryside on a gorgeous, hot day, with the sun streaming through the windows,... [Read the full story]
Memories of Masuria, PolandSeptember 2, 2009 · Category: Poland
I went to Masuria just a few years after the Wall fell, maybe 1993. Trips since then have had varying degrees of influence over... [Read the full story]
Stumbling Upon Chester, EnglandSeptember 1, 2009 · Category: The North and Midlands
As the train rolled into the Chester station, it dawned on me that I knew very little about the northern English town where I’d... [Read the full story]
German Appetizers and CocktailsSeptember 1, 2009 · Category: Germany
This is one in a series of culinary posts focusing on some of the tastiest ways to start a meal while traveling throughout Europe.... [Read the full story]
