Month: June 2019

It is our last day here in Rome. Things have changed a lot since we were here 6 weeks ago as the temperature is much warmer and hence much more bare skin is visible, shorts, tank tops and strapless dresses….. we look the same! André has gotten a little more…

Another beautiful day predicted, so we are going south from Spoleto to visit Mamore Cascada. It is only a short drive, we need tickets to get into the park and I notice they are also selling plastic ponchos. We get our jackets from the car and after a confirmatory reconnaissance…

After my relaxing day surrounded by bumble bees and bird song I am ready to join the family in our adventures today. No rain predicted just a nice mild , sunny day. We have been keeping track of our expenses with a fun App that gives you feedback on how…

Mariola has been unwell for a few days so today she decided to stay behind and soak up the gorgeous outlook and recharge her batteries. Andre and I were left to our own devices and decided to go to Assisi. We packed our backpacks and Andre put the map for…

We are probably pushing our luck trying to run the gauntlet of a third day of predicted rain, but we did so well with the previous two that we try anyway. Our destination is Arezzo, north – east of us and an important commercial centre with historical roots dating back…