After a warm-up to wonderful Italy in Florence, we arrive at the great capital city of Rome, history’s epicenter in many ways. The treasures of Rome are both ancient and modern and not to be missed by any European traveler. This city constantly...

Nestled upon the quiet Ligurian Sea, Cinque Terre is a string of five scenic Italian villages. A visit to Cinque Terre is like stepping back in time, as these old-world villages provide a glimpse into a different way of life than the modern hustle that...

(note: due to technical problems, the audio player may not be appearing, here is a direct link to use temporarily) After several stops in France and Spain, we finally make our first appearance in Italy with a couple days in Florence, the home of the...