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Collection of 164 travel stories from Rome, Italy. Written by your friends on the road.

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Picture from story Bubble Cars

Bubble Cars
2008-04-06, Rome, Italy. By: slaveofihs

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Picture from story On last day in Rome, we do the antiquities walk and return to the scene of a great lunch.

On last day in Rome, we do the antiquities walk and return to the scene of a great lunch.
2008-01-26, Rome, Italy. By: len_doug

When in Rome, do as Romans do and eat in good restaurants specializing in homemade pasta and friendly service. We built our last day in the city around where we would have lunch, leaving enough time ...

 
Picture from story After “no confidence” vote, we return to the Vatican, where confidence reigns supreme.

After “no confidence” vote, we return to the Vatican, where confidence reigns supreme.
2008-01-25, Rome, Italy. By: len_doug

It looks like just another day in Rome to us, but to the Italians, it’s more of the same “revolving door” government. The Italian Senate handed down a vote of no confidence to the prime minister last...

 
Picture from story So THIS is where they elect the Pope – and other Vatican highlights.

So THIS is where they elect the Pope – and other Vatican highlights.
2008-01-24, Rome, Italy. By: len_doug

Another blue-sky day, and we spent it nearly entirely indoors, but what an indoors – the Vatican Museum. Even if the only thing open to the public were the Sistine Chapel, that would be enough. But ...

 
Picture from story No clouds above, so we head to the Colosseum.

No clouds above, so we head to the Colosseum.
2008-01-23, Rome, Italy. By: len_doug

The forecast is for sunshine the rest of the week, and today started the string. We didn’t see a cloud all day, which began with a walk from the hotel along and over the Tiber, up a designer shop str...

 
Picture from story Highlight on a rainy day in Rome – pizza!

Highlight on a rainy day in Rome – pizza!
2008-01-21, Rome, Italy. By: len_doug

We take a break from antiquity viewing on a cool MLK Day for some casual strolling and leisurely dining – first in a pizza specialty house near Piazza Cavour for lunch, later dinner a couple blocks aw...

 
Picture from story Nice train station isn’t, but Rome is stupendous.

Nice train station isn’t, but Rome is stupendous.
2008-01-20, Rome, Italy. By: len_doug

Corny word play about the French Riviera town is permissible if it makes a point, and ours is: Don’t even think about sitting down in the Nice train station. There’s not a chair or bench anywhere in ...

 
Picture from story When in Rome ..................

When in Rome ..................
2007-09-20, Rome, Italy. By: elimatt

After a long day traveling (we started the day in La Spezia) we eventually arrived in Rome at about 8 in the evening. We could have gotten there earlier but we decided to take the scenic (scenic = no...

 
Picture from story The Vatican City

The Vatican City
2007-06-03, Rome, Italy. By: smithy2006

Woke up late again and headed to the Vatican City, it was like a day out in Manchester as it was absolutely lashing it down, so we headed inside as quick as possible, was expecting rediculous cues but...

 
Picture from story Tour of Rome Part 1

Tour of Rome Part 1
2007-06-02, Rome, Italy. By: smithy2006

Went for a small trip round Rome, as didn't surface till 3pm. Saw the Colessum, Fountain di Trevi and then Headed to Piazza Spangna, we stumbled across some random displays of Busking near Piazza Del ...

 
Picture from story Dissonanze 2007

Dissonanze 2007
2007-06-01, Rome, Italy. By: smithy2006

Day started off harsh, with the hangover from hell from my leaving party from Astor... had to pack, which was done in 5mins before i had to leave (best way i say, if it's that important, buy it again ...

 
Traveler kjpetez17

Wedding and Roma
2007-09-26, Rome, Italy. By: kjpetez17

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Traveler kjpetez17

When in Rome..
2007-09-24, Rome, Italy. By: kjpetez17

Roma Sunday, September 24, 2007 This weekend Emily and I traveled to Rome. Her parents planned an Italy trip over a year ago and it ended up working out perfectly that we could meet them there...

 
Traveler chloedunn

Its been a whirlwind, and now its time to say goodbye!!!
2007-09-03, Rome, Italy. By: chloedunn

Hello from beautiful and busy Rome, We arrived here after spending an additional 2 days in Barcelona,wandering the streets and seeing some amazing sights.Then flew to Venice where I was captivated ...

 
Traveler sandypants

ROMA
2007-08-22, rome, Italy. By: sandypants

older roman women are botoxed and facelifted and taned and trying to look like they are young.. not all but most.. and roman men are very vocal with their wistling and their smooth talk and their bee...

 
Picture from story Some Observataions on Christians and Pagans

Some Observataions on Christians and Pagans
2007-08-19, Rome, Italy. By: travelkris

Yesterday I spent most of the day at the Vatican...in line for the museums and then St. Peter's. Now, it is true that one cannot assume the majority of those in line were Catholic, or even Christian,...

 
Picture from story 'Marco, keep your polo in your pants!' and 'Where will we be dining, Fabio?'

'Marco, keep your polo in your pants!' and 'Where will we be dining, Fabio?'
2007-08-17, Rome, Italy. By: travelkris

First things first, I have walked all day long. It is only 9:45pm, but feels like 2am and I have recently taken a sleeping pill, having assumed the one internet terminal would be in use when I came t...

 
Traveler lhovland

...That's Amore!
2007-07-31, Rome, Italy. By: lhovland

Hey everyone, I hope you weren't too disappointed about the lack of pictures but I was not able to figure out how to get my camera to transfer pics after all. So today was pretty much just a relaxing...

 
Traveler lhovland

...Like a Big Pizza Pie...
2007-07-30, Rome, Italy. By: lhovland

Today was another HOT day in Rome with no air conditioning but it was still so much fun! We started out in Vatican City and went through St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museum but I didn't get t...

 
Traveler lhovland

When the Moon Hits Your Eye...
2007-07-29, Rome, Italy. By: lhovland

Once again, I would like to apologize to you all for the lack of stories for the last couple of days. So, our last day in London we went to the British Museum (boring), St. Paul's Cathedral (the most...

 
Picture from story all roads lead to Rome.

all roads lead to Rome.
2007-06-28, Rome, Italy. By: samkateb

We stayed at a campsite about 20 min train ride to Rome. It was a great site on the Tiber River. Started early on our first day in Rome as we had heard about the queues! Headed straight to St Peters &...

 
Traveler tetoro

Rome around.
2007-06-19, Rome, Italy. By: tetoro

HI again guy finally found a internet cafe in Pula...

 
Traveler mooner

no fair
2007-05-25, Rome, Italy. By: mooner

This journal is for Drew. You have such a blessed life and I know why. I hope that someday I can be as blessed as you. I just got done reading your most recent blog and am practically in tears of joy ...

 
Traveler mooner

Sistine Chapel = Beautiful now to Colosseum
2007-05-25, Rome, Italy. By: mooner

HEy stopping in quick with buddy Ami and then off to Colloseum and I will have conquered Rome in 2 days. Tomorrow I leave for beaches of Cinque Terre.

 
Picture from story Loving it

Loving it
2007-05-26, Rome, Italy. By: kirmish

It was a very early start and I could of done with an extra day in bed but we had a lot to do. It was straight to the 2 hour line up to see the Sistine chapel and the Vatican museum. It was worth the ...

 
Picture from story The eternal city

The eternal city
2007-05-25, Rome, Italy. By: kirmish

Upon arriving in Rome we jumped straight onto public transport riddled with gypsy’s and pick pockets. Luckily a big group like ours all looked out for each other and everyone came out unscathed. Fi...

 
Traveler euroamy

Vatican Museums
2007-05-29, Rome, Italy. By: euroamy

up early this morning to get in line for vatican museums. arrive there (need i say in the pouring rain) and the line up is winding around block after block already. crap. it is pouring. so we start to...

 
Traveler euroamy

so definitely need to make a sacrifice or something
2007-05-28, Rome, Italy. By: euroamy

right, so got up today all ready to see stuff...outside for literally 30 minutes before starts pouring. everyone seems to be really happy, apparently its been sweltering hot without rain for many moon...

 
Traveler euroamy

Pope-sighting
2007-05-27, Rome, Italy. By: euroamy

ok so up in Rome this morning and I wanted to go to church at St. Peters Basilica...so we made our way to vatican city and when we gt to the main sqaure there is a huge crowd of people waving flags an...

 
Traveler Whitm528

Final thoughts on Rome
2007-04-10, Rome, Italy. By: Whitm528

Rome was a very interesting city. There is so much history there and in general every place that I have gone and seen has inspired me to learn more about its history and about the place and people in ...

 
Picture from story Easter Monday in Rome!!

Easter Monday in Rome!!
2007-04-09, Rome, Italy. By: Whitm528

Today started off yet again bright and early. We were up and 7 and gone by 8 to get breakfast, where we had some wonderful pastries. I would consider them the best that I have had since I got to Europ...

 
Picture from story Easter Sunday in Rome!!

Easter Sunday in Rome!!
2007-04-08, Rome, Italy. By: Whitm528

Happy late Easter to everyone!! I spent Easter morning trying to rest up a little bit and then we headed down to St. Peter's Square to here part of the Easter Mass and then we were able to see and her...

 
Picture from story Saturday in Vatican City and Rome!

Saturday in Vatican City and Rome!
2007-04-07, Rome, Italy. By: Whitm528

So today started off very early, we were up at 6 and in line for the Vatican Museums by 7. But I must say the Sistine Chapel made it all worth it. It was absolutely gorgeous. The ceiling depicts the o...

 
Picture from story Friday evening in Rome

Friday evening in Rome
2007-04-06, Rome, Italy. By: Whitm528

The train back to Rome only took about 1 hour and 45 minutes. Once arriving in Rome we took the metro over to our hotel and then went and got dinner at a Pizzeria. From there we walked down to Vatican...

 
Traveler robing

Viva Italia - better late then never
2007-03-18, Rome, Italy. By: robing

After a great trip to Berlin, and having sent Allison off on her journey home, I flew to Italy. It was on my must see country list for a long time and even though I thought I knew what to expect, I wa...

 
Traveler slaveofihs

Acolyte
2007-03-11, Rome, Italy. By: slaveofihs

Mar. 11th James and I (both in our 2nd year of theological study) were instituted as acolytes. The ministry of an acolyte is to assist the deacon and priest at the altar before, during and after the ...

 
Picture from story Same Vacation, Different Family

Same Vacation, Different Family
2007-03-01, Rome, Italy. By: mala

As you may recall, last spring the Antunes family set off on another epic southern European adventure. We started in Rome, where I immediately fell in love with the city. This was no great shock for t...

 
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New years eve
2004-12-31, Rome, Italy. By: diogenes

Rome - where do I begin? When I arrived I kept thinking of a line from an Asterix comic "Rome 50 BC, center of the known universe". I decided to go to Rome instead of Paris because it is three degrees...

 
Picture from story Fall Exams

Fall Exams
2007-02-13, Rome, Italy. By: slaveofihs

Several people have written me given that I haven’t posted anything for sometime supposing that I have been busy…and that has definitely been the case. I had a tremendous Christmas and will post ma...

 

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