Rome
The Colosseum, the Vatican and the rest of the capital.
Rome: City of the Wildcats [VIDEO]
Thanks to @kressie42 on Twitter , I was alerted recently to this documentary about the cats that live on the streets of Rome, and particularly around the ruins of Trajan's Forum.
2-Week Italy Itinerary: Romantic Italy
Italy is a famously romantic destination, and Americans are lucky to get two weeks of vacation each year - so I'm combining those two factoids in this romantic two-week Italy itinerary.
Why You Should Add Rome to Your RTW Trip Itinerary
Planning a trip of any length is a fun yet challenging experience for travel lovers worldwide. Deciding where to go, what to do, where to stay, and what to eat are all part of the fun.
Top 10 Things to Do in Rome
Once upon a time I asked readers which city in Italy they'd spend a week in, if they had to choose only one.
Rome and Her Expat Writers
Even those who aren't literature buffs likely know how popular Rome is and has been to writers.
Romantic Venice in Daylight [Video]
I've made no secret of my deep affection for Venice , but the Venice that steals my heart is most often the nighttime city - the one where day trippers have left the city a far quieter version of…
Italy 1-Week Itinerary: Venice, Florence, Rome, Pompeii
Here's one popular option for a one-week itinerary in Italy - the "holy trinity" of Venice , Florence , and Rome plus the addition of a day trip Pompeii .
Italy 1-Week Itinerary: Venice, Ligurian Coast, Florence, Rome
Here's one popular option for a one-week itinerary in Italy - the "holy trinity" of Venice , Florence , and Rome plus a bit of time on the gorgeous Ligurian coast .
Italy 1-Week Itinerary: Venice, Florence, Siena, Rome
Here's one popular option for a one-week itinerary in Italy - the "holy trinity" of Venice , Florence , and Rome plus one overnight in Siena (rather than a Siena day-trip from Florence).
Rainy Day Rome: Indoor Itineraries for the Eternal City
We all know how great a vacation in Rome can be when the city's at its sunny best - but that's usually when it's most expensive, too.
How to Conquer Rome in a Day
I've said more than once that Rome overwhelms me. Even with a few days in the Italian capital, I feel like I haven't come close to seeing everything and I've spent a lot of time just getting from…
Gadling's Travel Talk in Rome
You may already be familiar with the travel news site Gadling - if you are, you may also be familiar with the site's relatively new travel podcast show Travel Talk .
Discover Romantic Venice in Four Easy Steps
There are places that seem to generate only strong feelings from people who visit - usually either in the "love" or "hate" categories only.
Itinerary for 5 Days in Rome
This is the final stop on my 2-week Italy itinerary - so if you missed any of the previous stops, now's the time to go back and catch up on this little virtual journey (in preparation for a real…
Go Galavanting's Rome Episode
Although the gals from Go Galavanting went to Rome many months ago, it's only yesterday that I finally got around to watching their Rome episode.
Things You Should Know About Rome
You've planned a trip to Rome and you've read everything you can get your hands on about the city.
Day Trips from Rome
Rome 's nickname is the Eternal City, but unless you have an eternity there you'll never see everything.
A Week in Rome & Naples
I'm about to hit the road for a little mini-trip within Italy. I leave for Rome this evening (hopefully after the Champion's League and G8 madness is all gone) and will stay there for 3.5 days, after…
Men in Rome Take Off their Pants
On my only full day in Rome this past weekend, I strolled aimlessly through the neighborhood my B&B was in trying to decide where I wanted to go.
Whirlwind Trip to Rome
This was written on the train from Rome to Milan on Sunday, the 24th of May. It's not quite 10 o'clock on a Sunday morning, and I'm zipping north on a train headed back to Milan after a weekend in…
En Route to Rome with an Open Mind
This was written as I was on the train from Milan to Rome on Friday afternoon, the 22nd of May.
A Self-Guided Angels & Demons Tour of Rome
I've written before about the many Angels and Demons tours of Rome that are available in anticipation of the upcoming May 2009 release of the film.
Angels & Demons Tours in Rome
After all the hubbub the publication of "The Da Vinci Code" - and the subsequent release of the movie - created with the Catholic church, it shouldn't be surprising to anyone that the most recent Dan…
Trevi Fountain: History & Legend
Anyone who's spent any time in Italy knows that just about every town of even a modest size has a fountain or two decorating one side of a piazza or garden.
Videos of Flooding in Rome
If you're paying attention to the weather reports coming out of Italy these days, you might think the end of days was right around the corner.
Free Things to Do in Rome
After paying what can be a considerable amount for your airfare to Rome , it's good to know that not all sights in this fabulous city are going to cost you money.
"Madeline and the Cats of Rome" Book Just Released
I don't know about you, but when I was a kid I loved the Madeline books - that intrepid little explorer never failed to charm, and I distinctly remember the images from those books of the Eiffel…
Trastevere Neighborhood in Rome
I have a confession to make: I don't love Rome . I respect Rome immensely, and always enjoy the majority of my visits there, but as yet the city hasn't found a place in my heart the way cities like…
The Most Romantic Piazza in Florence: Piazzale Michelangelo
So, you're planning to visit Florence , and you're seeing all these incredible panoramic shots of the city - they overlook the Duomo, the Ponte Vecchio, the Arno River, and the hills beyond.
Italy Q&A: Quick Trip to Rome and Florence
Here's another email question I received, so here's another reply in the Italy Q&A series. Rebecca says: i am coming to italy the 21 - 29 of march ... not long i know ...
Video Intro to Rome
No three-and-a-half minute video can give you even the quickest taste of all the things there are to do and see in Rome.
Rome City Map Features Sights and Accommodation
When you're hunting for a place to stay in a city you don't know very well, reading the hotel's or hostel's promotional information can be a bit confusing.
Palatine Hill in Rome
Rome was built on seven hills, and the Palatine Hill is the central hill as well as the site for one of the oldest parts of the city.
Piazza Navona in Rome
Of all the piazzas in Rome , Piazza Navona is one of the most popular for both tourists and residents. The first thing that you'll notice when you enter this oblong piazza is its odd shape.
Spanish Steps in Rome
Rome 's Spanish Steps and the piazza at their base are, collectively, both an incredibly romantic spot to spend an evening with a sweetheart on your arm and also a place to get royally ripped off by…
Romanian Immigrants Rounded Up Following Murder in Italy
Italian attitudes toward immigrants aren't always welcoming, and the recent killing of an Italian woman (allegedly by a Romanian man) isn't exactly helping.
Torre Argentina Roman Cat Sanctuary
Animal lovers often find themselves taking photographs of foreign cats and dogs and other creatures when they travel - I know, because I do it myself.
Vandals Dye Trevi Fountain Water Red
Someone has dyed the water in the Trevi Fountain bright red: Apparently, someone ran through the crowd in broad daylight and dumped the red dye into the water before darting back through the crowd…
Weird & Wonderful Rome
Rome might be so full of historic monuments and museums and art galleries that you won't come close to squeezing them all into your tight vacation schedule.
Pantheon
Visitors to Rome can't be blamed for getting tired of "all the old stuff." I mean, when you're talking about a city with sights like the Colosseum and Roman Forum , it's hard to not kind of glazed…
Right Now, Flying into Rome Might Be a Challenge
People who have had the misfortune of traveling in Italy during a rail strike know how challenging it can be to get around.
"The Secrets of Rome" by Corrado Augias - Book Review
Some months ago, I received a copy of Corrado Augias' The Secrets of Rome: Love and Death in the Eternal City to review for this website.
Are Romans Rude?
When I was in high school, I was fascinated by France. Gearing up for my first visit to Paris, I can't count the number of times I heard people talk about the stereotypical "rude Parisian." I braced…
When in Rome: No Public Drunkenness
I'd like to think that I'm just as understanding as anyone, and yet I tend to think that when you're traveling it's just plain polite to try to fit into the country you're visiting.
Vatican City
As the smallest independent state in the world, it's easy to pretend that a visit to Vatican City during your stay in Rome doesn't involve leaving the country of Italy - but technically speaking,…
Rome Reborn
When you're wandering through the ruins of what were once Rome's grandest buildings in the Roman Forum or trying to imagine what the Colosseum must have been like in its heyday, sometimes it's hard…
Roman Forum
The Roman Forum is one of the most popular sights in Rome, and with good reason. It was once the center of the mighty and extensive Roman Empire - it was from the buildings that once stood in this…
Roman Colosseum
If you're looking for things to do in Rome , don't miss the Roman Colosseum - you'll find some history , visitor's tips and how to avoid the long ticket lines right here.
"Tutta Roma" by Martin Parr - Book Review
I'm discovering that one of the perks of writing this blog is getting emails from readers (thanks, and keep them coming !); and I also enjoy the occasional freebies I get in the mail, too.
Settimana Santa - Holy Week in Vatican City
Even if you're not Catholic (heck, even if you're not religious), being in Vatican City on Easter weekend might just be worth braving the crowds.
Post Office in Vatican City: Using the Pope's Post Office
If you know anyone who still collects stamps (is that even still possible with all the self-adhesive jobbies out there nowadays?) and you're going to Rome, you'll do them a big favor by swinging into…
Great Deals to Rome: The Catch is You've Got to Be in Europe Already
If you're already in Europe, I'm jealous. In addition to my jealousy, you also have easy access to lots of other destinations within Europe.