Category Archives: ITALY

PISA: A Quick Trip to the Leaning Tower of Pisa

I haven’t thought of including Pisa in my itinerary. When Ate Inday (Genivive Salinas) told me that it’s just an hour from Florence, second thoughts of dropping by before going to Venice was my initial schedule. After finalizing my itinerary, I figured it out that my May 9 was vacant and I can use it in going to Pisa. Right away I checked my Eurail schedule and I also have one day left... continue

ROME… The Historic Colosseum

It can’t be denied that one purpose of coming to Rome will be a visit to the Colosseum. Not as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World but as part of the great history of Rome where Colosseum played an important role. Everybody knows about Colosseum and Rome; it had been featured to many movies, magazines, advertisements and other publications. With this, the Colosseum is one must-visit... continue

ROME… When in Rome

On board Emirates flight EK 097 from Dubai to Rome Fuimicino International Airport, I was enjoying the business class accommodation of the ever luxurious Airbus A380 of the Emirates fleet. The flight was magnificent as I befriended two EK flight attendants, Joanna and Naila. Arriving at the airport was fun. I was thrilled upon seeing the signs in Italian. I told myself, “this is it”. I am... continue

One European Dream – My First-ever Solo Trip

A milestone! A dream come true! A once in a lifetime experience! This was an experience that really tested me. I was traveling alone to a place where I never was. A first timer, a stranger and with no friend to be with. It was all worth it. It was a lesson learned that it pays to travel alone, you will really know yourself, you will really know your capacity. I myself had enjoyed every little... continue