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Ponza

Wałcz Ponza is the largest of the Pontine Islands, the string of tiny islands located off the coast of the Lazio region in Italy. Ponza is a popular summer vacation destination for Italians, especially Romans and Neapolitans, as Rome and Naples … Continue reading

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Gaetz

Porsgrunn Gaeta Italy – A Charming Seaside Town on the “Riviera di Ulisse” On the coast between Rome and Naples, Gaeta sits along the “Riviera di Ulisse,” or Ulysses’ Coast, a land of myths derived from the Odyssey and Roman poets … Continue reading

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Sorrento Italy

Sorrento, a jewel on the Amalfi Coast, tempts travelers with its stunning vistas and a culinary tapestry rich in flavors. This town is celebrated for its vibrant citrus groves, which yield the famous limoncello, a zesty lemon liqueur that encapsulates … Continue reading

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Toramintina Italy

TAORMINA AND ITS “DOLCE VITA” ATMOSPHERE     Rising at 200 meters above sea level on a sort of natural terrace on Mount Tauro, alongside the coastline between Messina and Catania, Taormina is one of the most famous destinations of … Continue reading

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Kotor, Montenegro

Kotor, historically known as Cattaro (from Italian: pronounced[ˈkattaro]), is a town in the Coastal region of Montenegro. It is located in a secluded part of the Bay of Kotor. The city has a population of 13,347 and is the administrative … Continue reading

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Old City of Dubrovnik

The ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, situated on the Dalmatian coast, became an important Mediterranean sea power from the 13th century onwards. Although severely damaged by an earthquake in 1667, Dubrovnik managed to preserve its beautiful Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque churches, … Continue reading

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Hvar

Hvar is a town and port on the island of the same name, part of Split-Dalmatia County, Croatia. The municipality has a population of 4,251 (2011) while the town itself is inhabited by 3,771 people, making it the largest settlement … Continue reading

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Rovinj

Rovinj Jules Verne, the Father of science fiction, chose Rovinj as an inspirational setting for some of his most famous chapters. This captivating, colorful, ancient fishing port is arguably one of the most breathtakingly beautiful seaside towns in the entire … Continue reading

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On Board the Royal Clipper Aug 31 to Sep 11 2024

On Saturday August 31st we boarded the Royal Clipper ship in Venice, Italy. Max Passengers: 227 Ship Type: Sailing Vessel Operated by: Star Clippers Americas Royal Clipper is the largest, full-rigged sailing ship in the world, boasting state-of-the-art navigation systems, … Continue reading

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Venice 2024 Aug 26-Aug31

Monday August 26 Left Richmond for Philadelphia in the afternoon. Philadelphia, of course, was a madhouse. We had some time before our flight to Venice and, since we were flying business class, we could take advantage of Americans lounge. The … Continue reading

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