Italy 2025
That church in Monopoli was calling me back, and with the train fare so cheap, there was no reason not to go. This time, I determined to go during visiting … Read More “Monopoli – di nuovo (again)” »
Author: Debbie Kochel
Italy 2025
It is pouring rain and dark skies when we wake up. We are not motivated to get moving. An important lesson learned, our clothing sits safely under the sun shade … Read More “Monopoli” »
Italy 2025
We have a list of recommendations that we should see in Puglia. One of them is Alberobello, which we have been avoiding because it is a huge tourist destination. But, … Read More “The day we didn’t go to Alberobello” »
Italy 2025
This is how I want the title to look: Matera Gravina I spend waaay too much time trying to format the title. Not happening. I move on. We decide we … Read More “Matera – Nope! Gravina” »
Italy 2025
Driving in a foreign country—especially Italy—feels like stepping into a fast-moving current. At first, we hesitate, watching the chaos from the shore. Buses barrel through impossibly narrow streets, scooters weave … Read More “Overcoming fears” »
Italy 2025
We are getting the public transport system down here. Initially, it seemed that there was just the main hub. But over the past few days, we have discovered that there … Read More “It’s all coming together” »
Italy 2025
Taking advantage of some beautiful sunshine, we headed off to check out Foggia. We’re not sure what we are going to find there. We pack a picnic lunch and stop … Read More “Foggia” »
Italy 2025
We did a lot of local stuff that would make your eyes glaze over with any type of detail. It was a lovely day with absolutely no agenda. It was … Read More “Slow news day” »
Italy 2025
I’m sure that you are surprised to find out that we stopped for a cappuccino on our way to the train station. It was *really* busy in there! After our … Read More “Ostuni” »
Italy 2025
It started out sunny and then turned mostly cloudy a bit later. After our cappuccinos, we set out to find the ladies that make fresh pasta in Bari Vecchia. The … Read More “The Bari Pasta Ladies” »