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Gondola Parking in Venice, Italy

Gondola Parking in Venice, Italy

For decades Venice Gondolas have been romanticized in the movies and ever since seeing Katherine Hepburn cruising through the canals in Summertime, people have flocked to Venetia to listen to That’s AmorĂ© while being slowly pushed through its famous waterways.

Travel Inspiration – Abandoning The Status Quo

Travel Inspiration – Abandoning The Status Quo

Flash back 5 years. We are travelling through 8 countries over the course of a summer. The whole trip was life-altering and transformative.Our thirst for adventure led us to Interlaken, Switzerland to white water raft through the Alps.

Cooking in Our Apartment in Rome, Just Like Home

Cooking in Our Apartment in Rome, Just Like Home

The best part of staying in an apartment when traveling is to be able to cook at home. One of the most expensive parts of travel for us, is food. We love to eat well and can never bring ourselves to jump in for a quick bite at the stand up bar or grab a sandwich to go.

Kickin’ Butt at Gladiator School in Rome

Kickin’ Butt at Gladiator School in Rome

When we were told that we’d be spending the morning at Gladiator School during our visit to Italy’s capital, we immediately said, “Sign me up!” Who doesn’t want to learn a little about the Ancient City’s past while getting the chance to wield a sword?

Apartment Rentals in Trastevere, Now That’s Going Local

Apartment Rentals in Trastevere, Now That’s Going Local

We first were introduced to apartment rentals as an alternative to hotels last year during the Mongol Rally. It was a couple of days later that Roomorama became our official sponsor of the whacky rally.

Ancient Rome in Photos

Ancient Rome in Photos

Ancient Rome is Fascinating. Especially in photos. Looking at the city from both night and day gives you a different feeling. Streets are crazy busy during the day yet hauntingly peaceful at night.

Travel Bloggers Unite – Our POV

Travel Bloggers Unite – Our POV

My mind is abuzz after Travel Bloggers Unite in Italy. From our side of the weekend’s events, we can state that it was a rousing success. Spending the Saturday leading and attending sessions for Industry professionals was one of the highlights of the event. Now, two days later we are more motivated than ever and have come away with the feeling that the future looks bright for Travel Blogging in Europe.

A Vespa Tour of Rome

A Vespa Tour of Rome

When one thinks of Rome, the first thing that comes to mind besides the ancient sites like the Roman Colosseum and Trevi Fountain are Vespa scooters. Everyone remembers Audrey Hepburn riding with Gregory Peck during Roman Holiday; and the tradition continues decades later. Visions of “Euro chic” women clad in designer fashions and fine Italian leather boots ride colourful Vespas through the roundabouts with not a hair out of place!

Trevi Fountain on a Misty Midnight Hour

Trevi Fountain on a Misty Midnight Hour

This week we had the pleasure of visiting Rome with some great ladies of the travel blogging world. As usual Dave was the only man in the mix of many women (not that he was complaining) so when we took a stroll to the Trevi Fountain at midnight, he just had to snap a photo of his entourage.

A Grave Stop on our Rome Walking Tour

A Grave Stop on our Rome Walking Tour

I know, You’re wondering why on earth we were at a cemetery on a walking tour through markets and traditional eateries, but this isn’t your every day food tour. It’s an culinary journey through Rome’s culture and history. Kenny, our guide had many a story to share and our stop at the cemetery was the highlight of our trip.

Rome Food Tour – Our First Culinary Journey

Rome Food Tour – Our First Culinary Journey

We have never gone on a food tour before, but when in Rome, I think that it is something that is not to be missed. So when our old Mongol Rally teammate Sherry of Ottsworld hooked us up with Kenny of Eating Italy Food Tours in Rome, how could we resist?

Rome in Real Time

Rome in Real Time

We’re trying something different over the next few days and have decided to give you a play by play of our time in Rome. What’s it like to visit this enchanting city? We’re going to tell you. The history and the background on the monuments and buildings will be coming soon along with Dave’s usual [...]

Can Rome Bring the Romance Back?

Can Rome Bring the Romance Back?

We’ve arrived in Italy! If Rome can’t bring the romance and zest for travel back, nothing can! As I caught a glimpse of its massive monument, My mood of weary traveler changed instantly to excited tourist.

1 month to understand, 1 month to fall in love!

1 month to understand, 1 month to fall in love!

I started travelling when I was 20. As a student I couldn’t afford a long stay. As a worker, things hadn’t change.I fell in love with my Sardinia, as I’ve seen it for the first time. So quite honestly, I’m addicted to it, I’m a slow traveller!

Wanna Stay for Free in Europe for a Month?

Wanna Stay for Free in Europe for a Month?

Our good pal and teammate from the Mongol Rally, Sherry of Ottsworld has exciting things going on at her website and you need to check this out! If you love free travel, this is the post for you.

We’re Speaking at Travel Bloggers Unite

We’re Speaking at Travel Bloggers Unite

Do you have your ticket yet? Travel Bloggers Unite is happening on April 20-22 in beautiful Umbria, Italy and we’re speaking at it along with some of the top people in the travel industry.

The Villa above the Clouds

The Villa above the Clouds

Bella Italia! Italy is scrumptious. We only spent 4 days in the Cinque Terre region but it was enough of a taste to know that we want to see more.

Inspiration – I celebrated my 50th birthday in Chianti Then started a business!

Inspiration – I celebrated my 50th birthday in Chianti Then started a business!

Determined to celebrate my special birthday in grand style, I scoured books and brochures for the perfect place. Tutti a Tavola, a cooking school and somewhere to stay in a remote part of the Chianti Hills in Tuscany was an easy decision. A phone call later, our travel plans were under way.

Romantic Getaways – Rome Vs Paris

Romantic Getaways – Rome Vs Paris

When it comes to a romantic city break, Paris and Rome are always top contenders for places to go to sweep your partner off their feet in a romantic, exciting and culture filled few days. With both cities offering many similar advantages, when it comes to making the decision you have to ask yourself – are you a Roman or a Parisian?

What I Would Tell You (If I Had the Words)

What I Would Tell You (If I Had the Words)

I gazed over at my Italian host mother, Rebecca. Over the course of the last four months we had become family.During my first few days in Florence, I told Rebecca how nervous I was to start my internship at a Florence museum

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