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Sometime in 2020, a friend of mine had the crazy idea of walking 50 km to raise money for cancer research in memory of a friend of hers that had passed away from Leukemia the previous year. I decided to join her in honor of all those who had been affected by it. The list … Continue reading Appia Antica
Santa Marinella, Lazio When I first came to Rome, I didn’t know that there were beaches near. I hadn’t even thought about it really. Growing up in Miami, I didn’t usually seek out beaches; I grew up and always lived near one. Then, for ten years I lived in Fort Lauderdale, ten minutes from pristine … Continue reading Beaching near Rome
Foreigners living in and in love with the Eternal City always talk about the perks of Rome. There are plenty of photos and stories out there to make people jealous of those who live here (including by me). If you want to hear about all the good things, then read my post on that, All … Continue reading The Drawbacks of Living in Rome
First, I have to explain that a “bar” in Italy is not what Americans think of as a bar. It is not a place to get alcoholic drinks at night, where you meet your friends after work or dinner to unwind and finish off your night. Instead, it’s where you start off your day, where … Continue reading The “Social” Bar in Rome
Daily life in Rome is just enjoyable. I used to live for vacations. Now, while I still love travelling, it’s not all I look forward to. I enjoy my morning coffee and “cornetto” at the bar, the beautiful walk home, an aperitivo with friends, and having so many things to do at night or in … Continue reading ❤️ All the Things to Love about Rome ❤️
Monica's Travels 