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Amalfi: Italy’s Coast With The Most

Known as Italy's Rodeo Drive, this is a convenient coastal base for enjoying cathedrals, Greek temples and wonderful food, especially in autumn.Italy’s Amalfi Coast, running from about...

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Italian Villas For Your Euro Road Trip

Our kids wanted to go to Venice - my wife and I wanted to go to Tuscany. Here's how we hit the autostrada and did both. On a recent spring break in Italy, after wandering by boat and foot...

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Pickpockets: Where To Find Them And How To Avoid Them

Thanks to the popular hotel review site, TripAdvisor, we have some fresh thoughts on how to avoid pickpockets, the bane of every traveler's existence. Well, some would say that airport security...

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When in Rome. . . Stare in awe.

Italy. What comes to mind when this word is uttered? Is it the labyrinth of twisting canals and narrow alleys of Venice? The sweetly musical night air that is laced with the sound of serenading gondoliers?...

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Florence, Italy Attractions

With good planning and careful choices, your kids can enjoy Florence and the best of Italy's fine art galleries. P.S. Don't forget the gelato.  The...

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Buried In Time At Pompeii, Italy

Learn how the Romans lived when you visit the ancient city of Pompeii, a fascinating family destination outside the southern Italian city of Naples.The stone streets are gouged by the tracks of...

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The Magic of Venice

You may have been to the Venice of East or the Venice of the West but nothing compares to the real Venice, travelers' favorite stop.The distinctiveness of Venice as a city on water makes it...

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Venice, Italy Hotels And Resorts

Can anyone afford to stay in Venice? Read a family's review of various accommodations in this fabulous, but pricey town.Venice is romantic, beguiling, historic and artsy. And often, crowded,...

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The Angels And Demons Family Tour Of Rome

Using a bestselling mystery, a guidebook, and a Hollywood film, this family is determined to discover Italy's rich history. We just completed a marvelous “vacation” in Rome, Italy.  I use quotations...

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