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Flashback: Puerto Rico And Italy

Thu, 11 Jun 2009 04:47:19 +0000

The first half of the year is almost over. Normally at this time, we would have been to our first vacation destination already, as we normally go away twice every year. The string of commercial airliner mishaps since the start of 2009 had put a damper on our travel plans. As I have mentioned . . . → Read More: Flashback: Puerto Rico And Italy

Captured!

Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:01:06 +0000

Venice, Italy… It does not matter how it’s captured. It’s still the fairy tale land as it was meant to be. In this 1,500 year old city, everyone is in awe at its magical beauty at every vantage point. This is the only place in the world where everyone traverse the city by foot . . . → Read More: Captured!

Sunset In Venice

Mon, 20 Oct 2008 02:00:15 +0000

On our last night in Venice, while waiting for our group to finally head out to the first restaurant on our Venetian Food Tour, I attempted to capture the sunset, my first attempt actually. I have never taken a shot of any sunset in the past. What do you think?

May not . . . → Read More: Sunset In Venice

Contini Galleria D' Arte

Sat, 18 Oct 2008 22:30:36 +0000

It was such a good change seeing a modern art gallery in Venice. After visiting museums and cathedrals with the period pieces and marble clad structures, it was a welcome change for our eyes.

We didn’t actually plan to go here, our feet took us here. One day, we were just walking around the . . . → Read More: Contini Galleria D' Arte

Dining In Venice

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 19:11:41 +0000

Venice is known to be surrounded by a rich agricultural district, fresh seafood and plenty of vineyards. That said, Venice’s restaurants are among the most expensive around Italy, and their fish dishes are very steeply priced.

Around Piazza San Marco, there are plenty of cafes, restaurants and stores selling sandwiches, pizza, gelato and if . . . → Read More: Dining In Venice

Halloween Is Fast Approaching, Are You Ready?

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 16:50:35 +0000

While strolling in Venice, an image we saw in one of the stores reminded me of what is about to be celebrated in a few days. And mind you, my husband gamely posed with her. Care to take a peek?

Halloween is indeed drawing near, an event that is celebrated with passion here . . . → Read More: Halloween Is Fast Approaching, Are You Ready?

Our Gondola Ride

Fri, 17 Oct 2008 03:19:02 +0000

Believe it or not, I was hesitant to ride on a gondola not because a gondola ride for 40 minutes costs us 100 euros, but for reasons I am keeping for now and will write about later on. My husband had to convince me hard, as I was adamant about it. As you see, . . . → Read More: Our Gondola Ride

An Afternoon In The Lagoon Island Of Murano

Thu, 16 Oct 2008 01:29:59 +0000

Murano glass chandelier, anyone? We had the chance to tour a factory of one of Murano island’s glass makers in the island of Murano, and it was a delightful experience seeing the Master Artisan shape a horse right before our very eyes. Nowadays, Murano remains the chief expedition from Venice. It may not be . . . → Read More: An Afternoon In The Lagoon Island Of Murano

First Day In Venice

Wed, 15 Oct 2008 02:55:50 +0000

As expected, our arrival in Venice was filled with nervous expectation. We took the EuroStar train from Florence and as soon as we got to the Stazione di Santa Lucia at Piazzale Roma we both didn’t know which way to take. As you know, the only mode of transport is via the vaporetto(public motorboat) . . . → Read More: First Day In Venice

Enchanting!

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 17:08:15 +0000

Our next stop here in Italy is this fabled place, considered to be one of the most enchanting cities in the world. I’m leaving you this picture while we continue to admire the uniqueness of this place. Ciao!

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