I could spend weeks, months, even years traveling in Italy.
Two years ago I decided to make this travel dream come true by spending the months of February and March in Italy. Over a cold Christmas and New Years in New York I envisioned sunny days, strolling through cobblestone streets with a cone of gelato, and [...]
Posts Tagged as ‘Venice’
February 26, 2010
Cold Weather Blues
November 6, 2009
The Evening Meal: Venice Part III
Italian evenings begin with la passaggiata – an evening stroll.
Most shops are closed by this time, and Italians take to the streets (dressed sharply, of course) and catch up on the day’s events with family and friends. This activity also serves as a bit of exercise to stimulate the appetite after a substantial lunch. Our [...]
October 30, 2009
Buongiorno Principessa..
Venice was veiled by darkness as my plane landed- and yet the minute the plane door opened, I was transported to a different world.
The beauty of the Italian language, the slower pace of this mysterious city and sleek dressed locals all greeted me as I descended the stairs off the plane. A two hour direct [...]
August 18, 2009
Travel Debate: Discounts
Just ask.
Travelers seem to have mixed feelings about asking for discounts. How does it make them look? Will it result in poor service? Will the all-powerful concierge at the other end laugh at your request?
The truth is, I’ve never regretted asking, even when I received a negative response. The best result is you have more [...]
