I would like to visit the three cities during a forthcoming trip and was wondering how much time I should spend in each. (I'm retired, and although not what one would call "rich", I'm not a "budget" traveler either.) I was considering about two weeks altogether. Any suggestions? <BR> <BR>Cheers, and thanks in advance, <BR> <BR>Gerry K

Two weeks sounds perfect for your trip. Though others may disagree with me (I expect that since travel is such a personal experience), I would spend five days in Rome, four in Venice, and five in Florence. The four in Venice will give you time for a day trip to Verona, and the time in Florence will leave you time for day trips to Pisa and/or a few of the Tuscan towns (Sienna, Assisi, etc.) <BR>Now, do you have room for me in your suitcase? Heck, forget that, will you take me along as a suitcase carrier? Your trip sounds wonderful.

I agree with Linda... Have a great time.

I think Linda's right as well!

I feel like I have corresponded with both of you - - either privately, or here on the board (maybe it is as little as your responses to the "pin tally") - - but in any event, there remains an open invitation to go to Italy on the fall fodorites' trip - - and there is newly updated info (minor itinerary revisions) on the webpage I created at www.rexbickers.italy.com - - we are making progress sure and steady for hotel reservations in all the cities you mention - - and a lot more, of course (our trip will focus somewhat more on "lesser known" destinations - - because of the villa we have rented on Lake Garda, Sep 22-29. <BR> <BR>Best wishes, <BR> <BR>Rex <BR>

Thanks to each of you for the help. Your unanimity certainly makes things easier for me. <BR> <BR>And, Rex, I do appreciate the offer, but I'm going to these destinations to see my son perform with his high school's Madrigal Choir. (That will probably refresh your memory regarding prior communications.) <BR> <BR>Thanks, Linda. <BR> <BR>Cheers, <BR> <BR> <BR>(mr) Gerry K