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Montepulciano – Under A Tuscan Sun
Posted on May 2, 2018

Montepulciano – Under A Tuscan Sun

The other week, my friend Michelle and I decided to meet in Chiusi for lunch and then take the train to Montepulciano, a hill town in southern Tuscany near Siena. Michelle lives in Florence and Chiusi was the prefect half-way point.  However, once we were in Chiusi we saw the sporadic train schedule and noticed … Continue reading Montepulciano – Under A Tuscan Sun

Design Inspiration – Palazzo Reale, Naples, Italy
Posted on March 7, 2018

Design Inspiration – Palazzo Reale, Naples, Italy

The Royal Palace of Naples is a must on my list of things to do in Naples.  I wasn’t able to  visit until my third trip and now I want to return just so I could spend more time there. The audio tour is interesting and informative.  Palazzo Reale is one of four royal palaces … Continue reading Design Inspiration – Palazzo Reale, Naples, Italy

“See Naples and Die.”
Posted on January 24, 2018June 19, 2018

“See Naples and Die.”

This is a phrase coined in the mid-1800s during the reign of the Bourbons.   At the time Naples was the third most populous city in Europe after London and Paris.  It was also one of the wealthiest. I prefer to agree with the original meaning of the phrase and not the “if you go … Continue reading “See Naples and Die.”

Day Trip to Alberobello, Puglia
Posted on January 3, 2018January 3, 2018

Day Trip to Alberobello, Puglia

Happy New Year! I hope 2018 brings you much joy, peace, and happiness. I have read about and seen photos of the infamous trulli. Alberobello, which we visited during our Eat, Pray, Move, retreat, was packed with many American tourists even though it was late September.  I can see why.  There’s nothing like it.  This … Continue reading Day Trip to Alberobello, Puglia

Life in Rome – Centrale Montemartini Museum, an Ancient and Modern Mix
Posted on July 19, 2017August 7, 2017

Life in Rome – Centrale Montemartini Museum, an Ancient and Modern Mix

This museum is not in the Historic Center but located in the dynamic and funky Ostiense neighborhood.  It has been on my list for years and I finally visited it recently with my friend, Marta. We loved it. I saw a spread in American Vogue that had used the museum as a backdrop, so I … Continue reading Life in Rome – Centrale Montemartini Museum, an Ancient and Modern Mix

Life in Rome – Day Trip to Spoleto
Posted on November 16, 2016November 16, 2016

Life in Rome – Day Trip to Spoleto

Ciao Bloggisti, Friends of mine recently bought a weekend place in Spoleto and invited me up for a day.  It’s about forty miles south east of Perugia. It was my first trip to Spoleto and I highly recommend a visit.  The Historic Center is very charming with incredible views.  I took a lot of photos.  … Continue reading Life in Rome – Day Trip to Spoleto

Art and Architecture with Ariella – Amsterdam
Posted on October 26, 2016

Art and Architecture with Ariella – Amsterdam

Ciao Bloggisti, Here is the latest post from our intern, Ariella: Last week my classmates and I went to Amsterdam. My impression of the city upon arriving was very different to my expectations. The architecture reflects its history and age, serving as a unique backdrop for modern, urban life.   I had preconceived notions of … Continue reading Art and Architecture with Ariella – Amsterdam

Life in Rome – Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Altemps
Posted on March 16, 2016April 30, 2016

Life in Rome – Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Altemps

For almost eight years I walked past Palazzo Altemps at least five times a week.  I’m not sure why I waited so long to finally check it out. One Friday, during lunch time, I basically had the place to myself.  True, it was the dead of winter but I was surprised. The Palazzo is very … Continue reading Life in Rome – Museo Nazionale Romano, Palazzo Altemps

Posted on May 28, 2014

Life In Rome – Palazzo Nardini

I’ve written before about my fascination with abandoned houses. On Via del Governo Vechhio there’s an empty palazzo that I’ve walked by many times.  Unlike some other big cities I’ve lived in, there are very few vacant buildings in the center of Rome.  So much so that they truly stand out. One morning I noticed … Continue reading Life In Rome – Palazzo Nardini

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