Saturdays In Rome
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Being homesick can present itself in many ways, and these might be mine!
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Is This What Being Homesick Looks Like?
Or Is It Just Me?
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December 15, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Being homesick can present itself in many ways, and these might be mine!
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There Is No Such Thing As Italian Food
So, What Have I Been Eating?
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November 27, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Italians Don’t Eat Like Tourists Think They Do
Is Pizza For Breakfast A Thing?
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October 30, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Why I Always Leave One Day Completely Unplanned
I Blame Conde Nast
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October 15, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Living In The Moment In Rome
The Case For Staying Mindful
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October 8, 2025 at 10:19 AM
Save some stress (and risk) by getting ahead of your travel plans:
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Why I Always Book My First Italian Train Before I Land
Imagine arriving in Italy after traveling overnight from the east coast of the US and the first thing after landing is to hop on a train for your ultimate destination.
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October 6, 2025 at 8:11 AM
Save some stress (and risk) by getting ahead of your travel plans:
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With a government shutdown you might be screwed, but under normal circumstances, don't worry if you lose your passport in Rome.
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How To Replace Your Passport In Rome Without Panic
When I walked around Rome late at night, or early in the morning, I was not usually concerned with being a victim of crime.
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October 6, 2025 at 8:09 AM
With a government shutdown you might be screwed, but under normal circumstances, don't worry if you lose your passport in Rome.
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How To Avoid The “Everything In One Trip” Trap
It's Ok To Plan To Return
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October 2, 2025 at 9:58 AM
How many cities are too many to visit during a single vacation?
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How To Pick The Right Number Of Cities To Visit
Whenever I think about the mechanics of traveling to a foreign country, even if it isn't the first time, my mind flashes back to the lyrics from the theme song from WKRP In Cincinnati. The second vers...
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October 1, 2025 at 2:42 PM
How many cities are too many to visit during a single vacation?
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Why is train travel in Italy, and Europe in general, such a better option than riding on Amtrak? I have a couple ideas:
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Master Italy’s Trains Before You Even Arrive And Forget Amtrak
As I sat in my aisle seat heading to Bolzano, I had some time to reflect on train travel.
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September 30, 2025 at 10:57 AM
Why is train travel in Italy, and Europe in general, such a better option than riding on Amtrak? I have a couple ideas:
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Searching for “The Best” of anything is a failed effort!
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You Must Stop Looking For The Best Carbonara In Rome!
I know that the desire for travelers coming to Rome is to be on the search for "The Best" of everything.
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September 28, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Searching for “The Best” of anything is a failed effort!
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Getting sick when traveling doesn't need to be the end of the world. Here is how to handle it:
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How To Ruin A Vacation In One Easy Step
We recently planned a short getaway that I was really excited about.
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September 27, 2025 at 11:57 AM
Getting sick when traveling doesn't need to be the end of the world. Here is how to handle it:
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Why everyone should embrace "Italian Time"!
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September 24, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Why everyone should embrace "Italian Time"!
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Here is why shoulder season is my favorite time to travel.
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September 22, 2025 at 2:18 PM
Here is why shoulder season is my favorite time to travel.
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New Article: How To Avoid Being Pickpocketed In Rome
September 15, 2025 at 1:25 PM
New Article: How To Avoid Being Pickpocketed In Rome