How to Cope with Overtourism
Overtourism is the reality of travel as more people head for the world’s popular destinations. But there are ways to avoid the crowds and headaches.
Italy
Street Scenes in Florence, Italy
Wandering the streets of Italian cities like Florence was a beautiful experience, even in the heat of August.
Taking in the Art at Medici Chapel in Florence
A stop to admire the artwork of Michelangelo at Medici Chapel in Florence, Italy.
Overcoming Church Fatigue in Venice
Finding a renewed sense of appreciation for church architecture at the ornately decorated St. Mark’s Basilica (Basilica di San Marco) in Venice, Italy.
On Travel and Earthquakes
No one likes to think about natural disasters when traveling. Recent earthquakes in Italy & Myanmar got me thinking more about it.
Dusk on the Canals of Venice
Venice with its canals makes wanderers stop and take notice at all times of day. The majestic sights change with the light of each hour.
Views from Capri, Italy
Admiring the views of the mountains, rooftops, and sea from the Italian island of Capri in the summer sun.
Colorful Canals in Murano and Burano
“When the color achieves richness, the form attains its fullness also.” – Paul Cezanne Beyond the main islands that make up Venice is more historic Italian beauty — it requires a water bus ride from within the city to the outskirts; it’s a journey on the water to the suburban canal towns of Murano and Burano. …
Rome in Black & White
It’s fun to photograph cities in black & white, but Rome begged me to take more than usual. Rome is a picturesque city no matter what.
The View from Sorrento
Sorrento, Italy, isn’t the most exciting place to visit, but it has plenty of charm to help travelers unwind after a few days in Rome.
Comparing Prices: Venice and Tokyo
Comparing the prices of traveling and living in two of the world’s most expensive cities, Venice and Tokyo.
Overlooking San Marco Square
“There is something so different in Venice from any other place in the world, that you leave at once all accustomed habits and everyday sights to enter an enchanted garden.” – Mary Shelley I wasn’t certain I wanted to pay to get in. Sure, the view should be pleasant, but is it really worth 8 euros? Everything else in Venice …
Admiring the Duomo in Florence
Relieving the effects of church fatigue in Florence while admiring the ornate Basilica di Santa Maria del Fiore, also known as Il Duomo di Firenze.
Streets of Perugia, Italy
Wandering through the winding streets of Perugia, Italy, in search of nothing in particular other than a sense of the historic city.
MiniMetro Musing
“The coach I got in was about as dignified as a match-box. The train rambled on for about five minutes, and then I had to get off. No wonder the fare was cheap.” -Natsume Sōseki, Botchan Before I arrived in Perugia, I researched public transportation in the town of fewer than 200,000 people. I really …