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lalawmom Feb 11th, 2007 02:13 PM

Florence or Cinque Terre
 
We are visiting our daughter studying in Milan over Holy Week. We have most of the week planned. Our debate is Florence or Cinque Terre. I realize it's comparing apples and oranges but we're having a difficult time deciding. One of us has been to Florence and neither has been to Cinque Terre. Also, how long of a trip is it to each destination.

ira Feb 12th, 2007 05:59 AM

Hi Mom,

See www.trenitalia.com fopr train schedules.

You want La Spezia in the CT.

((I))

lucielou Feb 12th, 2007 07:08 AM

I love Florence my husband prefers Cinque Terre, its a personl choice really , sorry I cant be a bit more objective about it.

motor_city_girl Feb 12th, 2007 07:12 AM

We loved both but CT was our "recover and rest" section.

Do you like to hike? If no CT will provide you with some great down time. Good food and cute little towns to explore but 2 days is enough unless you are really looking for down time and romance.

amandab Feb 12th, 2007 08:46 AM

We went to both Florence and Cinque Terre in January this year. Neither of us enjoyed Florence at all and will not go back there. However, the Cinque Terre was just amazing.
You are comparing apples with oranges. It really comes down to whether you are interested in spectacular coastline scenery or the arts.

lalawmom Feb 13th, 2007 07:47 AM

Thanks for the replies. It looks like we may be heading to CT. It sounds like a great way to end our trip. Also, thanks ira for the train link. Very helpful.


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