Category: Italy
Lily at the Lake
After spending a few weeks in another part of Italy, all of the technology at Lily’s place was well appreciated! Her place had an air conditioner, dishwasher, washing machine, electric blinds to darken the bedroom, and a shower with lights and a radio. There were…
Making Pasta in Italy
As an Italian American, it seemed my duty to learn how to make pasta when given the opportunity in Italy. I mean, where better to learn this art? Luckily our friend Matteo’s mom, Amelia, was ready and willing to teach me. So the plan was…
La Roche Hotel-Apartments
Beautiful views and lots of convenience We came to Aosta Valley to visit a friend of ours who highly recommended La Roche. It was near his house and he’s had many people stay there before. We’d be staying for three weeks so the kitchenette was…
Ancient Rome
Previously posted as part of the Travel Pod Series "Furry Beard Hops the Pond" on Sunday, March 30, 2014 Ah Sunday, our last day to catch some sites. After another awesome breakfast, we left the apartment a little late to catch our bus to the…
On the Train towards Arona, Italy
Previously posted as part of the Travel Pod Series "Furry Beard Hops the Pond" on Wednesday, March 26, 2014 And the alarm was going off early, again. We had to meet the apartment owner to get our deposit back, catch two Metro lines to the…