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Fatamorgana Gelateria – Illusion No More

Fatamorgana Gelateria – Illusion No More

Despite two failed-attempts to get a gelato from Fatamorgana with my sister, I chose to see if I will get lucky the third time around. To not face another round of disappointment, I had no expectations but figured that this time around, I will head there not when they are just opening at 12.00pm but ... Read More »

Rome on a Budget: 4 Financial Tips

As one of the most culturally rich cities in the world, it’s no surprise that Rome is often a highly sought after destination.  After all, in a recent TripAdvisor survey, Rome was ranked as the No. 3 in the Top 25 Destinations in the World. However, a trip to Rome is  no small hop across ... Read More »

Abruzzo National Park

Abruzzo National Park

This trip to Abruzzo National Park was a super last minute arrangement. I woke up Saturday morning with an urge to be outdoors as the weather has  just been gorgeous lately. The urge was also probably due to the need to work off the food marathon I had with my sister while she was in ... Read More »

Kami Spa -Oriental Spa in Rome

Kami Spa -Oriental Spa in Rome

This week, I have been asking around for a spa in Rome where they speak English.  After getting a few recommendations, I decided on Kami Spa for a few reasons. First, it’s easier for me to get there as it’s only a few minutes walk from Barberini metro and secondly, since it claims to be ... Read More »

The Tale of Two Sisters & Fatamorgana Gelateria

My sister had to write about this and after reading it, I found it hilarious.   But I wasn’t a happy camper when it happened. I am determined to make it back there really soon. Enjoy the tale! Once upon a time, two sisters ventured out on a sort of sunny Tuesday morning to Via G. ... Read More »

Shopping in Rome – Gifts under €20

Another guest post from my sister who has been shopping in Rome! If you’re shopping in Rome, either for yourself or souvenir gifts besides magnets, here are some of the items that I have found for less than €20. Yes it’s still rather “touristy” like items and in my defense, I am a tourist in ... Read More »

10 Places To Go in Rome for Foodies

I came up with this list of 10 Places to Go in Rome as my sister will be in town in a few weeks and there are some cool places that I have discovered since her last visit. As she has been to Rome many times before, she knows that she is better off staying ... Read More »

Taxis in Rome

Taxis in Rome

I don’t often take taxis in Rome as I get around with public transportation but when I do, it’s usually because I absolutely need to. Even going to the airport, it is easier and cheaper to take the Leonardo Express and on top of that you don’t have to worry about traffic. Last week a ... Read More »

Lesser Known Attractions in Rome

Lesser Known Attractions in Rome

This week as I venture out again after 3 weeks of recovering from a bad cold at home, I have listed 7 lesser known attractions in Rome that I would like to visit. This list started while reading the book  The Secrets of Rome by Corrado Augias which was given to me for Christmas.  If ... Read More »

Missed Flight to Lisbon: Almost!

Missed Flight to Lisbon: Almost!

With gazillion miles under my belt, I would never have thought that I could make such a stupid mistake. We had booked the train journey to the airport and looking at the various arrival time at the airport, we chose one that left at 6.40am and got into Fiumicino at 7.19am.  The flight leaves at ... Read More »