Venice was amazing. It was just like being on a film set - I kept expecting Casanova (David Tennant version, obviously) to appear or James Bond to drive past in a hovercraft gondola. Every time we turned a corner, I had to snap away with my camera as the bridges and canals got more and more ridiculously picturesque.… Continue reading Venice Queen
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Inside Italy: The Streets aren’t Paved with Gold
One of the things that drives me mad living in Rome is the dirty streets. As most people live in apartments, they have to bring their rubbish down to the street bins. I'm pretty sure they get emptied regularly but these pictures show what the bins and surrounding area look like on an average day.… Continue reading Inside Italy: The Streets aren’t Paved with Gold
Inside Italy: Puppy Love?
I know the British are supposed to be a nation of dog lovers but the Italians surely take the (dog) biscuit. They really love dogs. Everywhere I go, there are Italians - or their maids - walking a variety of tiny dachshunds, terriers and Chihuahuas (Google Chihuahua-husky mixes; they’re gorgeous. Like walking beanie-babies). I know very few… Continue reading Inside Italy: Puppy Love?
