Siena’s Fountain of Joy
9 Apr 2019

Siena’s Fountain of Joy

by | posted in: Italian History, Italy Travel | 17

  Anyone who has visited Siena couldn’t miss the famous  Fountain of Joy, also known as Fonte Gaia. Situated on the high side of Piazza del Campo, this fifteeenth-century white marble sculpted fountain and pool is one of a few … Continued

Italian Lifestyle Photos – Only in Italy
27 Dec 2018

Italian Lifestyle Photos – Only in Italy

by | posted in: Italian lifestyle and culture, Italy Photo | 35

I take photos everywhere I go in Italy. I find beauty on a narrow street and tranquility in the setting sun, but I also  seem to be drawn to unique circumstances, which are part of the Italian lifestyle. These situations … Continued

People of the Amalfi Coast
2 Dec 2018

People of the Amalfi Coast

by | posted in: Books about Italy, Italy Travel | 5

  Meet Pasquale and Maria from Maiori. They are special people of the Amalfi Coast. Ceramica L’Arte Vietrese greets me with its colorful storefront, and its partially open door beckons me to step inside. A huge selection of hand-painted vases, … Continued

Rome Colosseum Underground Tour
18 May 2018

Rome Colosseum Underground Tour

by | posted in: Italian History, Italy Travel | 0

When an opportunity arose for me to experience a Colosseum Underground Tour, including a walk through the Palatine Hill and Roman Forum with The Roman Guy, I was elated and wasted no time making arrangements. It’s been years since I’ve … Continued

Return to Italy
18 Apr 2018

Return to Italy

by | posted in: Italy Travel, TRAVEL | 28

Travel is an integral component of my DNA, or at least it has been, ever since I became an adult. I’ve been fortunate to be able to visit Italy almost every year, beginning in 2007, when I fell in love … Continued

Photo of the Day
20 Mar 2018

Photo of the Day

by | posted in: Italy Photo, Italy Travel | 14

I love these low-overhead street vendors who operate out of these small trucks in Italy. These vehicles are called APE‘s, made by Piaggio, the same company who manufactures the famous Vespa scooter as well as other vehicles. In fact the … Continued

Vietri Ceramics Artist
22 Feb 2018

Vietri Ceramics Artist

by | posted in: Italian traditions, Made in Italy | 8

In Vietri-sul-Mare I don’t think I can walk five feet without hues of blue, yellow, red, and green showering my senses. Brilliant colors blast my eyes like a kaleidoscope, and I love it. At a little workshop, I have the … Continued

Photo Collage from Venice ~ Italy Travel
1 Feb 2018

Photo Collage from Venice ~ Italy Travel

by | posted in: Italy Photo, Italy Travel | 41

Italy travel is on the rise and Venice is a favorite travel destination. Its beloved nickname of La Serenissima, seems to be going by the wayside though, as the city becomes congested with tourists. Venice is one of my favorite … Continued

People of Italy – Photo of the Day
5 Jan 2018

People of Italy – Photo of the Day

by | posted in: Italy Travel, TRAVEL | 21

This couple in Sorrento touched my heart, like so many people of Italy do. They owned and operated this shop in Sorrento, and were so kind to me, allowing me to photograph them and look around their workshop. The expressions … Continued

Margie in Italy
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