Day One of Italy: Chianti, Cappuccinos, and Cupids

Day One of Italy: Chianti, Cappuccinos, and Cupids

For my daughter’s high school graduation present, I took her and my mother to Italy. I love all things Italian: gelato, cappuccino, red wine, art, and artifacts! It’s amazing how long a hop across the pond can take. Direct flights are hard to come by and very...
Day Two of Italy: Get thee to a nunnery

Day Two of Italy: Get thee to a nunnery

We arrived in Florence on day two of our travels. The taxi driver took us to Hotel Morandi Alla Crocetta. Hotel Morandi is a reasonably priced and wonderful hotel down a narrow street in walking distance to just about every historic site in Florence. (Via Laura, 50,...
Day 11 of Italy: Disappointments and Delays

Day 11 of Italy: Disappointments and Delays

The final day of our trip to Italy was full of disappointments and delays. Our five-star hotel experience fizzled out with a so-so breakfast in a very crowded room delivered by a waitstaff that looked annoyed to be there. I reserved a driver to take us to the Malpensa...