Tag: Rome
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Via Francigena Draws To An End
Day 21 Reg and I are feeling like old trail horses heading back to the barn. Just two more days of walking and we will be in Rome, a bittersweet destination. The Via Francigena has been much more challenging than we expected and most days the mileage exceeded our predictions. Nearly perfect weather, comfortable accommodations,…
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The Way of St. Francis: Why is Trevi dry?
Standing with our backs to Rome’s Trevi Fountain six years ago, we tossed coins into the water, wishing for our return to Rome. Our dream has come true, but when we returned to the fountain Monday, it was closed. Why? Three days a week, the Trevi Fountain goes dry and the coins are vacuumed and…
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The Way of St. Francis: A View Through Two Countries
Were it not for the line of curiosity seekers, we might never have found the peephole we were looking for. It’s there, just to the right of the white hat brim, looking very much like a round keyhole. It is, in fact, known as The Aventine Keyhole and is part of the property owned by…
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The Way of St. Francis: Reflections from our journey
We were rewarded with our testimonium Friday at the Vatican. Our bodies are happy we reached the end of the Way of St. Francis. Our minds are swirling as we reflect. The numbers from our trek: 23 days walking, 258 miles (415 km) afoot, 79,923 feet of elevation. Toughest trek yet: What made it more…
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Paris: A city that embraces the love of food
Our great friend Carolyn in Santa Barbara, California, requested some food photos, so walked across the Seine to the Saint Michel/Left Bank area this Saturday night. This area of Paris is changing, becoming more oriented to the tourist with three-course discounted offerings with sales pitches at every turn. Lots and lots of pizza. It remind…
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Travel theme: Work
A fascinating part of travel is the opportunity to see work in other cultures. Here are some people in various countries we have visited as they toil, often in the service of tourists. The theme for this post was suggested by wheresmybackpack.com, a blog we follow.
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Experiences pale with bucket list
What's on your list? How about New Zealand, Italy, Machu Picchu? Or sky dive, bungee jump, climb Half Dome? If you are having trouble with your bucket list, visit a bookstore or look around online and you will find almost limitless suggestions. Or visit the App Store. Why do we compile bucket lists of must-sees…
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