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Confession: I love the sun and the sea so I when colder temperatures roll around in November, I start getting uneasy. Then almost immediately I’d brush that feeling aside as I remind myself one of the reasons why I live in Rome is its mild winter. We do get snow once in a few years ... Read More »
Tag Archives: Accommodation
Bed and Breakfast in Rome: St. Peter’ Six Rooms and Suites
November 7, 2014
I don’t often check out places to stay in Rome as family and friends often end up at my place. However, a few weeks ago a good friend of mine mentioned that one of her high school friends is managing a bed and breakfast near the Vatican, and as an excuse to meet up, we decided to see it ... Read More »
Why on earth would I be looking at Rome apartment rentals?
October 30, 2013
Why on earth would I be looking at Rome apartment rentals when I’m already settled in my own cozy home here in Rome? Before I tell you why, let me share what got me to me writing this post. A challenge – more specifically a challenge for GowithOh. Let me explain. I have four cousins ... Read More »
Culinary Vacation in Italy: Rome as the base
August 30, 2013
A friend is planning a culinary vacation in Italy and using Rome as her base, she has asked if I could help with her itinerary. Here are some ideas which came to mind for her two-week holiday focused mainly on culinary experiences, with a few sprinkles of culture as well as time to chill. Before ... Read More »
August in San Vito Lo Capo, Sicily
August 27, 2012
No availability, nothing available, all full. Those were the replies I was getting from hotels, B&Bs, holiday rentals in San Vito Lo Capo. I didn’t get it especially when the news constantly remind us that there is a crisis in Italy and more people are staying home for their summer vacation. The rest, it seemed, ... Read More »
Relaxing Weekend at Hotel Bramante Todi
July 13, 2012
Last weekend, with the scheduled transport strike and the extremely hot temperatures, we felt it was necessary to head to the countryside and plop ourselves by a pool. We chose Umbria due to its close proximity to Rome and thanks to the generous invitation by Hotel Bramante, we headed to Todi. We are grateful to ... Read More »
The Beehive in Rome – A Safe Haven from Home
June 22, 2012
After several attempts, I finally had the opportunity to meet the lovely Linda who co-owns The Beehive in Rome with her husband Steve. With the bloggers meet up held at The Beehive early this month, I got the chance to sit down and chat with Linda (and her beautiful girls). Located just a stone’s throw ... Read More »
Photo Essay Part 2: Matera, Italy – Cave Hotel, Piazza, Festival and More
June 11, 2012
Don’t let Matera fool you. This ancient town has done a fabulous job in bringing alive it’s past that there are more things you can see here that can be covered in a day. A visit to Matera is usually done as a day trip from Puglia and honestly, that was our initial plan too. ... Read More »
Staying in a Trullo in Puglia: Terra e Mare
June 3, 2012
For the longest time, I have always wanted to stay in a trullo in Puglia. From the second I learnt about the trulli (plural for trullo), I was enchanted by them and as we made plans to visit the Itria Valley in Puglia, I was eager to stay in one. What is a trullo? Simply ... Read More »
You Don’t Have to be the Zuckerbergs to visit Rome
May 30, 2012
As all you may have heard, the Zuckerbergs were in Rome for their honeymoon last weekend but you don’t have to be a billionaire to visit Rome. There are plenty of options available here in the Eternal City that regardless of your budget, you will still get the most out of vacation. Here are some ... Read More »