Insurance Against a Negative Italian Experience
When I first set foot in Rome in 2001, I’d already read countless reports of the pickpocketing gypsies around the Colosseum. I had heard that the city had made serious strides to clean itself up for...
View ArticleNew Seven Wonders of the World: Italy’s Candidate
I’m not sure who decided we needed a new Seven Wonders of the World (for what I assume will now be 14 Wonders of the World? That doesn’t really have the same ring to it…), but there are 21 sites the...
View ArticleRoman 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. >> And if you’re looking...
View ArticleColosseum Introduces Online Ticket Sales
Perhaps because it was just named to the list of the New 7 Wonders of the World, the Colosseum has joined the online age. You can now buy tickets in advance to visit the Colosseum via a couple of...
View ArticleHostels Near the Colosseum in Rome
There are a few hostels close to the Colosseum in Rome. You won't get a Colosseum view, but you will save money on your bed!
View ArticleBudget Hotels Near the Colosseum
Staying near Rome's most famous monument doesn't mean you have to spend a fortune. Here are a few budget hotels near the Colosseum in Rome.
View Article3 Travel Secrets for Italy: How to Avoid the Lines
When I got “tagged” recently (twice, as it happens) to participate in the “Best Kept Travel Secrets” series that’s going around, my first thoughts were (a) I can’t think of anything, and (b) if I had...
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