The Vatican City is an independent city state in the center of Rome. It is the center of the Catholic Church, and overseen by the Pope. Although small in size, the Vatican City contains some of Rome’s most famous landmarks, including: St. Peter’s Basilica, the Vatican, and the Sistine Chapel. Basically, nearly every site featured […]
If you are in visiting Rome, then there is no question that you must plan time to visit the Colosseum – Rome’s ancient amphitheater. The Colosseum housed the famous gladiator games, and drew spectators from all across the Roman Empire. It is still standing nearly 2,000 years later. How often do you get to step […]
If you’re planning a trip to Ireland from overseas, then chances are you have already jotted down “kiss the Blarney Stone” on your rough cut itinerary. Legend has it that kissing the Blarney Stone will give you “the gift of gab”. An ancient, castle rock with superpowers? Count me in. Visiting Blarney Castle is something […]
After living in a city for 2-3 years, as I lived in San Francisco, you’ll find your “haunts”. Places you can eat time and time again and always emerge satisfied. And from those “haunts”, you can compile – in your opinion – a list of the very best San Francisco food. For some context: I […]
Ahhh San Francisco. The place where little cable cars climb halfway to the stars and the morning fog chills the air. (The morning fog also happens to be named Karl, and he has an Instagram). San Francisco is home to many neighborhoods, each with their own unique offerings, history, charm, and – in some instances […]
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