Italy- COMPLETE!!!
A trip through Italy includuig Puglia, Venice, Florence, Bologna, Tuscany, Naples, and more!
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Z is for: Ze END!- La Fenice Theater, A Perfect Ending!
The journey included a visit to La Fenice Theater, which Anara adored and hopes to revisit for an opera. They experienced an audio tour with rich history and enjoyed a local pianist. Later, they explored the Squero di San Trovaso,… Continue reading
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Y is for: Yes, We’re Back in Venice
The author reflects on their bittersweet departure from Bologna, sharing memories of their train journey to Mestre. They opted for a closer Airbnb for convenience before exploring Venice. Although they enjoyed wandering through the city, they were disappointed by the… Continue reading
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X is for: eXhausting Walk for an eXquisite View- Pt. 2
The post recounts a visit to Bologna, highlighting a tour of sepulchers and a walk down the world’s longest portico, built for a religious pilgrimage. The narrative features stops for refreshments, including an affogato and a disliked Aperol Spritz. The… Continue reading
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X is for: eXhausting Walk for an eXquisite View- Pt.
The narrator spends the morning alone, enjoying coffee and pickled veggies before meeting Anara for an adventure in Bologna. They visit The Sanctuary of the Madonna of San Luca, a historic basilica, and pay to access the panoramic terrace, where… Continue reading
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W is for: What a Body!!
The narrator explores the Archiginnasio di Bologna and the Anatomical Theater, appreciating their historical significance and artistic beauty. Reflecting on the evolution of medical education, the narrator expresses gratitude for past advancements in the field. The day concludes with a… Continue reading
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V is for: Vacation Continues in Bologna
Early the next morning, Anara and I packed up the rental car and headed down the mountains out of Petrognano. The drive to Bologna would take about an hour and 45 minutes and my first photo in Bologna was at… Continue reading
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U is for: Underwater and Designs by Ugo
The 2nd half of our 3rd day in Tuscany was… interesting. We left the lovely Villa Reale di Marlia and headed for a town called Montecatini Terme, home of several hot spring-fed spas and pools. In my research I’d settled… Continue reading
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T is for: The Oak of the Witches and Touring a Villa- Pt. 2
Continued from previous post… Our stop was not long as our next destination was taking us to a splendorous villa, originally built in the early 1500’s- The Villa Reale di Marlia. We picnicked in the car as we drove to… Continue reading
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T is for: The Oak of the Witches and Touring a Villa- Pt. 1
A map of our day’s route in several chapters: The next morning broke to glorious views over the valley, mist rising over the green and golden hills, the sun casting its warmth on the side of our 500-year-old apartment. The… Continue reading
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S is for: Sumptuous Landscapes, Serene Shelters, and a Simpleton
Time is ticking away and I still have a few more days to cover with this TR before I launch once again into exploring this big, beautiful world. So, on we march!! After our surprisingly good tour of the Pistoia… Continue reading
