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Travel Sickness Can Ruin A Vacation
ByBeppe Castro October 16, 2026October 16, 2026

We planned a short getaway to the northern Italian city of Bolzano. It would be great! We’d leave the oppressive heat of Rome, enjoy some German influenced food and maybe even ride a gondola. Or so we thought. Unfortunately, my vacation, and as a result Mrs. Curmudgeon’s was ruined once I got sick and was unable to leave our vacation apartment. This was some type of viral gastroenteritis, the likes of which I have NEVER experienced. I won’t share the details, but IT WAS BAD!

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Travel Planning: This Isn’t Your Last Vacation In Italy!
ByBeppe Castro October 9, 2026September 11, 2026

I’d love to claim that my views on traveling to multiple cities during a single, average length vacation have developed over the years, but the reality isn’t so. I have gotten tired, or more accurately uninterested, in multi-leg travel beginning after only a couple trips abroad. For me, the right number of cities to visit…

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Is Rome Safe For Tourists To Walk Around At Night?
ByBeppe Castro September 10, 2026September 10, 2026

“Is Rome Safe?” is an important question for visitors, but Italy is typical of any European country where visitors shouldn’t be concerned for their safety.

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Scooters In Rome Are A Problem That Needs Attention
ByBeppe Castro September 3, 2026September 3, 2026

Scooters have been a controversial topic in Rome, which has led to a growing backlash against them with calls for tighter regulations or even city-wide bans.

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The Rome City Bus Is Easy And Convenient For Getting Around
ByBeppe Castro August 29, 2026September 17, 2026

The Rome city bus is an great option for visitors wanting to get around the city and this guide will help plan your next visit with some helpful information.

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A Fall And Spring Packing List For Men Coming To Rome
ByBeppe Castro August 21, 2026August 21, 2026

Finding a complete fall and spring packing list for men coming to Rome can be challenging because most are generic, but this is specific for travel to Rome.

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A Winter Packing List For Men Who Are Coming To Rome
ByBeppe Castro August 20, 2026August 20, 2026

This is an essential winter packing list for men traveling to Rome for a vacation during the colder months that will help make your trip an enjoyable success.

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A Summer Packing List For Men Who Are Coming To Rome
ByBeppe Castro August 19, 2026August 19, 2026

Finding a summer packing list for men coming to Rome can be a challenge because most are focused on women so I wanted to offer a complete guide for the guys.

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A Complete Packing List For Men Who Are Coming To Rome
ByBeppe Castro August 18, 2026August 18, 2026

Searching for a complete packing list for men coming to Rome is difficult because most are focused on women so I wanted to offer a complete guide for the guys.

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A Rome To Orvieto Day Trip Is A Fantastic Opportunity
ByBeppe Castro June 16, 2026June 16, 2026

A Rome to Orvieto day trip is easy by train and close enough that you can enjoy the beauty and food of this Umbrian hilltop town in one or two relaxed days.

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