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Final thoughts on France (2019)
It is that time again… The hot chocolate in France is seriously delicious. I almost never drink hot chocolate. Then, I land in France, and it is hot chocolate nearly every single day. (Robert reports that the espresso is miserable).
A day trip to Versailles
We didn’t do much in Paris due to the transit strike and the nasty weather, but before the strike got going we made our way to Versailles for a day. Here is what we learned (a bit tongue in cheek).
Final thoughts on Italy (2019)
It is that time again….but we have surprisingly few final thoughts on Italy.
Off the beaten path walking tour of Rome
We always like to find a few off the beaten path places in every city we visit. So, after hitting the highlights, we planned out an off the beaten path self-guided walking tour of Rome (along with a few highlights … Continue reading
Self walking tour of the Rome highlights
Rome is a great city for walking. Not too many hills (only 7!) and something to see around nearly every corner. Plus, gelato and slices of Roman-style pizza all along the way if you need a sugar or fat buzz. … Continue reading
Day trip to Lucca and Pisa
A day trip to Lucca is a piece of cake from Florence, and well worth it. Just hop on the train and go.
Off the beaten path in Florence at the Stibbert Museum
If you want to get slightly off the beaten path while in Florence, you could do far worse than visiting the Stibbert Museum.
Florence in pictures
Even in November, when the rains come and the sun rarely shines, Florence is one of the most beautiful cities we have ever visited. The old quarter is a UNESCO world heritage site and there is just one thing after … Continue reading
A day trip to Siena
If you are spending any time in Florence, a day trip to Siena is easy-peasy. Both buses and trains make the trip — we recommend taking the bus there because if you take the train you will have to walk … Continue reading
The best statues in Florence
If you visit Florence and you like sculpture at all (hell, even if you don’t like sculpture), you must must must see Michelangelo’s David. It is one of the most impressive pieces of art we have ever seen.
