Active Women Over 50
After spending a couple of weeks in Rome and Tuscany, during the months of November and December, we drove down south where we spent 4 nights in serene Sorrento. Of course, we took a tour of the stunning Amalfi Coast and went on a wet but amazing stroll through the rainy and mysterious city of Pompeii. Despite occasional rain showers, which are normal during the winter … [Read more...]
Tuscany is a magnificent region of Northern Italy where you can visit mysterious medieval cities and tiny Etruscan hill towns. The food, wine, and magnificent views make it hard to ever leave. We visited in the winter during the holiday months which is a great time to avoid crowds and take in the festive atmosphere. After spending 4 days in Rome, we boarded a train to … [Read more...]
I've never been the type of person to collect dolls, coins, stamps, teapots, or beanie babies. "Less is more” for me. However, I’ve taken to collecting the amazing and mysterious old doors I've stumbled on while walking through the streets of Europe. I love taking photographs of them because each has its own peculiar personality. My favorites have been found in medieval … [Read more...]
The Mediterranean diet has been touted as the healthiest in the world and who doesn't love Italian cuisine? When you eat like an Italian you'll not only feel better and maintain a healthy weight, but it may even help you live longer. Italians take eating seriously from the ingredients they cook with, the size of their portions, and the experience itself. This is what I … [Read more...]
We spent 3 weeks in Italy during the months of November and December. Our first stop was Rome, where we stayed for 4 nights before heading to Tuscany, Sorrento, and the Amalfi Coast. Then, we embarked on an 11-day cruise of the Mediterranean on the Queen Elizabeth that ended in a 2-day stay in London. Our Italian-run hotel To soak up the atmosphere and authenticity … [Read more...]
