What an incredible trip! I just got back from an unbelievable 3 months
in Italy. My trip started in the north, working my way from Venice to
Verona, then down to Florence. I spent 2 weeks in Tuscany and Umbria,
ending up in Rome. I then took the train down to Sicily where I spent
the final 3 weeks of my adventure. I can't wait to post all my photos
and share all my amazing adventures... stay tuned!
I'd have to say it's the stretch of road in Tuscany between Pienza and Montepulciano, espcially in the late-afternoon golden sunlight.
Bhaktapur, Nepal, near Kathmandu. Simply one of the most beautiful, colorful, and fascinating towns I've ever had the pleasure of exploring.
When you see a fork in the road, take it. - Yogi Berra
It would have to be a toss-up between Wild Boar Stew and Polenta at the fabulous restaurant Cinghiale Bianco restaurant in Florence, and a bowl of Rose Dumplings, the regional specialty of Hoi An, Vietnam. Both delectable in their own right!
Jen Gold
Traveler Extraordinaire
Jen caught backpacking fever in college with a year-long stint in Florence, followed by 3 months backpacking around Western Europe, Hungary and the Czech Republic and has never stopped exploring the world. Among her favorite spots are Nepal, Australia and Vietnam, and of course Italy will always remain tops in her heart (and stomach!)
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