Finding and Uncovering Hidden and Secret Canals, Bologna Finding and uncovering the hidden secret canals in Bologna was an adventure Gary and I will never forget. You actually bump into people doing the same thing you are – it’s quite …
One Year: Pandemic Changes Travel Now & Future
The Pandemic A year ago, the first known cases of the Coronavirus pandemic were recorded in China. Has it really been that long? It just doesn’t seem that long to me. Wuhan is known all over the world as the …
Vacation | 12 Things Not To Do And Do Instead
Vacation – it’s something we all look forward to and all need in our busy lives. All travel blogs and travel sites will give you plenty of ideas about things to do and what to see. But what about things …
Museum Enzo Ferrari, Modena
Museum Enzo Ferrari While visiting Modena on a day trip from Parma, we stopped and visited the Museum Enzo Ferrari. It is located a short walking distance from the train station. In addition to this museum, there is another Ferrari …
How to Keep Italian Traditions Alive | Evening with Friends
Italian Traditions Italian traditions are deep-rooted in the culture of its people. Passed on by generation after generation, various traditions are sacred. Perhaps each generation makes a few changes – perhaps improvements but the basic tradition usually stands in tack. …
Announcement Special Project – the Wait is Over!
With lots of encouragement from friends and family, we have embarked on a new endeavor. You know us… the “risk-takers!” We are excited about the announcement – this project is way out of our comfort zone… While living in Italy …
Beautiful Porticoes, Bologna
Beautiful Porticoes of Bologna Located throughout the medieval historic center, it’s the porticoes that capture your attention first. Gary and I love this town and the charm that these stunning covered walkways bring to the city. After disembarking from the …
The Greatest Classy & Stunning Italian Sports Cars
Quick… when you hear the words “classy and stunning iconic Italian sports cars” what company pops into your head? I would bet for most of you it would be Ferrari. After all, Ferrari is the most popular Italian sports car …
Exclusive: How We Moved To Italy Without Jobs
Don’t get excited faithful readers… this how we moved to Italy story isn’t about Gary and I. Recently, I met an amazing woman, Brandy Shearer. We both giggle a bit because neither one of us can recall exactly how we …
25 Popular Italian Proverbs, Sayings and Meanings
I love Italian proverbs as they just sound better when you say them in Italian. Of course, most are very similar to English proverbs and sayings. Somehow though, to me, the Italian ones seem to be a bit more profound …
This is why we Blog | Sharing Amazing Stories
Why we blog is a great question. Why does anyone? There are thousands of bloggers out there blogging about everything from food to fashion. A recent email from a subscriber made it very clear to me. Crystal clear The connection …
The Pantheon in Rome
The Pantheon The Pantheon is a former Roman temple, now a church, located in Rome, Italy. Because the Pantheon was turned into a church, it was kept remarkably well preserved. There is no fee to enter and go back in time. …