Rome is definitely one of my top 5 all-time favorite cities in Europe. Who doesn't love Italy? But where to stay in Rome that won't break ...
9 Best Things to Do in Rome in Only One Day
One day in Rome isn't nearly enough time to view every relic and ruin in this ancient metropolis. If you're cruising from Rome or just ...
Westin Excelsior Rome Hotel Review
I'm a points collector. Usually it's with cruise line loyalty programs. Lately, though, I've added hotels. But I never seem to have enough ...
Eleven Extraordinary Europe Cruise Ports You Don’t Want to Miss
There are so many fabulous Europe cruise ports to visit. To help you decide where to cruise, first you need to know the distinction ...
Costa Concordia runs aground off coast of Tuscany, Italy
Less than two hours after leaving the port of Savona, near Rome, the 1,500 stateroom Concordia hit a reef near the small island of Giglio. As ...
Easy Basil Pesto Recipe for Pasta, Pizza and So Much More
Yes, I can cook. At least I’m improving on a steady basis. If you didn’t know, I recently found my birthmother after a 35 year search ...