Month: October 2022

On our drive out of Venice we saw this company that Nick was familiar with so I was required to take a picture. Next came our approach to Padua. You could see the basilica from quite a distance. Once we found the public parking we walked over to pay and the archway led us to… Continue reading 10/07/22 – Milan Airport via Padua, Italy

We took a smaller more private boat to Murano to see the glass blowing. Murano was initially settled by the Romans. Although early on it was primarily popular for its fishing and salt exports it became a major port for trade and then eventually the glass blowing capital of Europe! Glass was made in Venice… Continue reading 10/06/22 – Venice, Italy

Our first full day in Venice. The first spot Nick wanted to show me is this very famous bridge that we had a hard time getting a nice photo. Carlos Goldoni introduced improv comedy to the stage! Every time you cross a bridge in Venice you are going onto a different island. The entire city… Continue reading 10/05/22 – Venice, Italy

Today we had to check out of our wonderful hotel and head to Venice. Veronica and Manuel insisted we stop in Verona. They said the coliseum was a sight to see and Verona is the hometown of Romeo and Juliet. When we arrived in Verona this building greeted us. I’m not sure what building it… Continue reading 10/04/22 – Venice, Italy via Verona, Italy

The day started with a lovely coffee and quietly reading my book while overlooking Lake Guarda. We decided we’d utilize the free bikes at the resort and ride around to discover more of the area. The Swiss and Italian Alps are in the background! Once we got to the castle we were in aw of… Continue reading 10/03/22 – Sirmione, Italy