Transportation in Lazio

Our Roman Holiday: 3 - 7 Day Itinerary

Rome has a-million-and-one things to do AND, unless you plan to live there for a year, there's no way you can see all of it. So, here's my "must-do" itinerary - we did it in 3-ish days (can...

How to Hail a Taxi in Rome

Have you ever tried to hail a taxi in Rome? As a Canadian traveler, I was shocked when none would stop for me. I flailed my arms like an inflatable tube man in front of a car dealership, and nothing...

Setting Up a Home Base near Rome, Italy for Language Immersion Travel

I am so excited to share considerations, planning, and lessons-learned from setting up our home base fo our 10-week language-immersion nella bella Italia. If I could do most of this on my own with...

Using Public Transportation in Rome

If you are planning to get around Rome using public transport, here are a few tips. ATAC, the public transport agency offers diferent rates. You can check out them out here. In order to take...

Unlock the Mysteries of Ancient Rome at the Roman Palatine Hill

The Roman Palatine Hill is one of the seven hills of Rome and one of the city's most important historical sites. Known as the birthplace of the Roman Empire, this hill is home to ancient ruins...

Bernini’s Masterpieces in Rome and Tips for Travelers

Rome is a wonderful city, with magnificent artwork and many genuine masterpieces. It is a real open-air museum, very beautiful and impressive. Today I would like to introduce the impressive...