Venice is certainly an interesting place, and one that hasn't changed much since we were last here 25 yrs ago. Venice was first populated by mainlanders who fled the barbarian invasion in the 4th century. Control of Venice has changed hands many times, from Romans, Lombards, Byzantines, to a period of independence in which it was a key successful centre of trade with the Byzantines. Napoleon invaded in 1797, then handed it to the Austrians and 8 yrs later to...

If you ever get a chance to visit Italy, Florence is a must do.Its a truly beautiful city, well kept and clean. Florence (Firenze in Italian) was at its peak in the Middle Ages and was considered the birthplace of the renaissance period. It was the the medieval finance and trade centre of Europe and one of the wealthiest cities at that time. Florence was also home to Medici family, who sponsored and supported many artists and artistic projects, including Leonar...

Today were off to see all the big stuff in Rome - for the untraveled that means The Vatican and the Colosseum. We set of early in the morning to see the Basilica and the Sistine chapel. We arrived at 8am, no queue and we were dressed appropriately unlike 25 yrs ago when I was refused entry because I was wearing a pair of shorts that didn't cover my knees. So as we approach the security I see a sign that shows a list of items that are not permitted, unfortun...

We had a big couple of days in Rome, so much to,see, so little time.We stayed in a very central spot, with all the main things to see within walking distance from Campo De Fiori.     Our day of sight-seeing started with the Pantheon, built in 27bC as a temple to the ancient roman gods. A massive building with dome that is open to the weather. Then onto Trevi fountain to make a wish along with the thousands of others there doing the same, that's one busy r...