Planning a trip to Rome can feel overwhelming, especially if it is your first visit to the city. Too many things to see, too little time. If you’re trying to figure out which attractions not to miss out on, here’s some help. 15 Must-See Places in Rome 1. Colosseum The icon of Rome, your family and friends ... Read More »
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[Video] Cool experience in Rome: Colosseum at Night
May 22, 2014
I’ve passed by the Colosseum countless number of times, been inside a handful of times during the day but never had the chance to visit the Colosseum at night. Not until recently. My husband, who’s from Rome, seldom joins me in being a “tourist” in Rome but when we were invited by Walks of Italy ... 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 »
5 “Cool” Things to do in Rome in Summer
July 15, 2013
Summer is in full swing and like every year, there is a plethora of “cool” things to do in Rome after the sun sets. For visitors who agonize over how to squeeze in as many attractions as possible during their visit, here’s good news – some of the major attractions in Rome are also open ... Read More »
Celebrating Easter in Rome
April 4, 2012
If you are celebrating Easter in Rome, here are a few posts which I have come across that will provides very useful information regarding the different events taking place in the city and of course, don’t forget to try some food specifically for Easter. Easter Week in Rome by Viator Travel Blog Easter in Rome: ... Read More »
Top 5 Things To Do In Rome
March 9, 2011
A friend is coming over to Rome and asked if they would have enough time to see Rome in 3 days. I told them that you would need a week to really see Rome! This isn’t the first time I have had friends visiting Rome for a short trip and then heading to other cities ... Read More »
A quick glimpse of Rome, Italy
April 25, 2010
Sure, Rome wasn’t built in a day, but you can no doubt make a day, or days, out of it. The Eternal City remains unrivaled when it comes to the sheer aesthetic supremacy of its antique structures and its impressive, widely-venerated history. It doesn’t come as a surprise that Rome claimed the #2 spot on ... Read More »
Arch of Constantine in the shadows
April 22, 2010
Many people visit the Colosseum, but few take the time to take a look at the Arch of Constantine which sits quietly beside the Colosseum. It is definitely in the shadow compared to many of Rome’s attractions. I’ve always wondered if it were in a different location, the Arch of Constantine would definitely standout on ... Read More »
Colosseum in Rome
April 12, 2010
‘Did you see the Colosseum in Rome?’ I mean seriously, if you told your friends or family that you went to Rome, Italy this would probably be the first thing they ask. In my opinion, no visit to Rome is complete without stopping at the Colosseum. Read More »