should I go to Rome?
Oct 7th, 2014, 04:58 AM
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should I go to Rome?
Who would say no? My 24 y/o son and I are going to Italy for 13 days in January, flying in and out of Bologna. My current plan is for us to spend 3 nights in Bologna, 4 in Venice. Then we return to Bologna, where he will take a 5 day course and I can do what I want. I planned to stay based in Bologna, with day trips to Florence (where I have been and love) , Ravenna, and maybe Faenza and/or Ferrara.
I have seen much of northern Italy, but never been to Rome. Now I am thinking about going there for three nights. In cities my favorite thing is to walk through interesting neighborhoods, visit markets, people watch, be outside a lot. Also art museums. Not shopping. in January Rome will be a bit more moderate temperature-wise than the other places (though I live in New England and am not worried about the cold). I'm definitely a slow traveller and know I'd be happy with Bologna and a couple of day trips, but Rome tempts. Thoughts?
I have seen much of northern Italy, but never been to Rome. Now I am thinking about going there for three nights. In cities my favorite thing is to walk through interesting neighborhoods, visit markets, people watch, be outside a lot. Also art museums. Not shopping. in January Rome will be a bit more moderate temperature-wise than the other places (though I live in New England and am not worried about the cold). I'm definitely a slow traveller and know I'd be happy with Bologna and a couple of day trips, but Rome tempts. Thoughts?
Oct 7th, 2014, 05:06 AM
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Yes, yes, yes! Go to Rome if you haven't been! You can never get enough of visiting Rome. Do the Vatican Tour, see St. Peter's Basilica, and whatever else you have time for. You won't regret going there. Too bad you couldn't take your son there as well, it is such a historical and educational experience.
Oct 7th, 2014, 05:16 AM
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My son has been to Rome, a Luv2travel15, but not Venice and I am excited about having several days there in low season. Any specific hotel ideas (small but charming) in Rome) for woman traveling solo?
Oct 7th, 2014, 06:33 AM
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The last time I was in Rome it was January and quite mild. A sweater was sufficient. The thing I like about Rome is that outside of the usual sights, much of it is quite pedestrian but you never know what wonderful thing you will find just around the corner. Go.
Oct 7th, 2014, 07:59 AM
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I'm sure that others can give you hotel ideas.
http://www.hoteljulia.it/
My friend, Sean, of http://angeltours.eu/ has a list of recommended hotels on his website.
http://angeltours.eu/hotels-and-accomodation
I have friends that stayed at Hotel Lancelot and loved their stay there. We met them for dinner one evening and would definitely recommend staying there.
http://www.lancelothotel.com/
It is a family owned hotel and you would feel very safe there. It is near the Colosseum on a quiet side street.
Check the other listings on AngelTours website. You can also book a tour of the Vatican and other tours with the Angels. We have taken several tours with them and been pleased. They have small groups so you can learn much more.
Sean and the Angels also offer tours in other cities - Venice, Florence if you are interested. Their prices are reasonable and English speaking as well. Check the website for info. Good luck.
http://www.hoteljulia.it/
My friend, Sean, of http://angeltours.eu/ has a list of recommended hotels on his website.
http://angeltours.eu/hotels-and-accomodation
I have friends that stayed at Hotel Lancelot and loved their stay there. We met them for dinner one evening and would definitely recommend staying there.
http://www.lancelothotel.com/
It is a family owned hotel and you would feel very safe there. It is near the Colosseum on a quiet side street.
Check the other listings on AngelTours website. You can also book a tour of the Vatican and other tours with the Angels. We have taken several tours with them and been pleased. They have small groups so you can learn much more.
Sean and the Angels also offer tours in other cities - Venice, Florence if you are interested. Their prices are reasonable and English speaking as well. Check the website for info. Good luck.
