The Isle of Capri – An Adventurous Italy Vacation Alternative
By: Adriane Duthie
When one thinks of a vacation to Italy the first destinations that spring to mind are popular tourist destinations like Rome, Venice and Florence. Obviously hitting just those three destinations will give you a varied overview of Italian culture, while affording you the opportunity to see some of Europe’s (and the world’s for that matter) most historically significant sites. However, if you’ve already seen these wonders and are looking for an experience more off the beaten track then a visit to the Isle of Capri might be an experience that will appeal to you.
tags: Isle of Capri, Italy
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Top 5 Things to See and Do on a Venice, Italy Vacation
By: Adriane Duthie
Coming up with a list of the top must-see attractions in Venice is admittedly a challenge. A city this beautiful, this ancient, this steeped in culture and history has no shortage of attractions and activities that could be described as must-see or must-do. Ideally, in order to get a true flavor of the city one must return multiple times, experience different seasons, holidays and festivals, and take the time to truly get to know the people that inhabit Venice.
tags: Italy, Venice
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Tips for Safe European Travel
By: Susan Gerle
While vacationing in Europe, we were warned by seasoned travellers to pay attention to the people around us at all times. Pickpockets will especially target women and it is necessary to be aware of what is happening. The main Termini (railway station) in Rome, Italy is an active area for pickpockets.
tags: Italy, Rome, Safe Travel
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6 Tips for Train Travel In Europe
By: Susan Gerle
When I went to Europe recently, my friends and I decided not to purchase Eurorail tickets before we left Canada. The first train trip we took in Europe was from Rome to Florence. We chose to take a second class coach, which cost us 16 euro each for the 2 ½ hour journey. The high-speed train would have got us there much faster but we would have only seen the blur of the countryside. The Tuscany Valley was something we didn’t want to miss.
