0 2025/09/03 15:42:36
Perhaps the friendliest vendor at the weekly market. She and her husband answered our million food questions with all the patience in Italy. Their van sold excellent poultry plus great cheeses.
Perhaps the friendliest vendor at the weekly market. She and her husband answered our million food questions with all the patience in Italy. Their van sold excellent poultry plus great cheeses.
0 2025/09/03 15:41:57
Once we spoke a little Italian, the weekly market vendors warmed to us. And vice-versa. "Eh, sono Canadese. Di Toronto. Mi chiamo..."
Once we spoke a little Italian, the weekly market vendors warmed to us. And vice-versa. "Eh, sono Canadese. Di Toronto. Mi chiamo..."
0 2025/09/03 15:41:45
Chitarrista and band-leader Daniele Paone tunes his Strat in preparation of his act's performance at the Tropea Fest.
Chitarrista and band-leader Daniele Paone tunes his Strat in preparation of his act's performance at the Tropea Fest.
0 2025/09/03 15:40:45
Their drummer allowed me to take this snap and *it may just be the long-sought-after image that I need for the cover my upcoming vanity press musical memoir.
Their drummer allowed me to take this snap and *it may just be the long-sought-after image that I need for the cover my upcoming vanity press musical memoir.
0 2025/09/03 15:40:35
This is the vibrant vocalist for Daniele's band.
This is the vibrant vocalist for Daniele's band.
0 2025/09/03 15:40:15
Remember the middle fellow from earlier? Here he is again with his friendly waitstaff colleagues at the Papillon restaurant. *This was yet-another example of folks demanding that I take their pictures.
Remember the middle fellow from earlier? Here he is again with his friendly waitstaff colleagues at the Papillon restaurant. *This was yet-another example of folks demanding that I take their pictures.
0 2025/09/03 15:39:56
This dignified lady paid me the ultimate compliment: "I'm about to retire from a university in Rome. We have a foreign Prof who has taught there for 25 years and your Italian is way better than his!" Learning some basic language, getting somewhat informed and showing some respect will always pay off BIG TIME for the traveler, no matter what country they are visiting.
This dignified lady paid me the ultimate compliment: "I'm about to retire from a university in Rome. We have a foreign Prof who has taught there for 25 years and your Italian is way better than his!" Learning some basic language, getting somewhat informed and showing some respect will always pay off BIG TIME for the traveler, no matter what country they are visiting.
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A downtown statue.
A downtown statue.
0 2025/09/03 15:32:21
Persistent artists and shutterbugs will find interesting things around town.
Persistent artists and shutterbugs will find interesting things around town.
0 2025/09/03 15:32:00
The so-called 'golden hour' here rewards the patient.
The so-called 'golden hour' here rewards the patient.
0 2025/09/03 15:31:44
Alternate angle. The other side shows something different. During sunsets here, the done thing is to view volcanic Stromboli, that nearby Aeolian island so beloved of hikers.
Alternate angle. The other side shows something different. During sunsets here, the done thing is to view volcanic Stromboli, that nearby Aeolian island so beloved of hikers.
0 2025/09/03 14:29:08
Bottle-brush? Am I right?
Bottle-brush? Am I right?
0 2025/09/03 14:28:48
Sitting on a bench in this garden, reading a book or listening to music or just far niente is a very good idea.
Sitting on a bench in this garden, reading a book or listening to music or just far niente is a very good idea.
0 2025/09/03 14:28:30
Down below this bush were some snazzy boats and yachts.
Down below this bush were some snazzy boats and yachts.
0 2025/09/03 14:28:04
Who can resist the charms of a small, out-of-the-way European garden? Italy is a contender for champion in that regard.
Who can resist the charms of a small, out-of-the-way European garden? Italy is a contender for champion in that regard.
0 2025/09/03 14:27:48
Older travelers can relate to this seasoned tree, yeah?
Older travelers can relate to this seasoned tree, yeah?
0 2025/09/03 14:27:31
Floral wonders await atop. Of course, the various plants are mostly Mediterranean.
Floral wonders await atop. Of course, the various plants are mostly Mediterranean.
0 2025/09/03 14:27:13
There is a central row of gnarly ancient olive trees.
There is a central row of gnarly ancient olive trees.
0 2025/09/03 14:26:54
The zig-zag path takes one up to a peaceful place. 'Sanctuary' is an apt word. One goes for the views plus the modest garden out back. Modest it may be, but the peaceful vibe there is very welcome. As you know, we were there during spring. But one imagines that during crowded high summer season, this garden is a veritable escape.
The zig-zag path takes one up to a peaceful place. 'Sanctuary' is an apt word. One goes for the views plus the modest garden out back. Modest it may be, but the peaceful vibe there is very welcome. As you know, we were there during spring. But one imagines that during crowded high summer season, this garden is a veritable escape.
0 2025/09/03 14:26:30
Tropea got style.
Tropea got style.
0 2025/09/03 14:25:46
Getting there by APE (preferably red) is great fun, as depicted in this painting.
Getting there by APE (preferably red) is great fun, as depicted in this painting.
0 2025/09/03 14:25:12
Motif Nocturne. (wrong country, Zebec--editors)
Motif Nocturne. (wrong country, Zebec--editors)
0 2025/09/03 14:24:38
The real thing.
The real thing.
0 2025/09/03 14:23:59
THE iconic view from the Sanctuary as shown painted on an artist's tiles.
THE iconic view from the Sanctuary as shown painted on an artist's tiles.
0 2025/09/03 14:23:40
Arch view from inside tiny onsite chapel out to main center of Tropea. Nearby sign: THE CHRISTIAN DRESSES PROPERLY BEFORE ENTERING HERE. NO __________(long list of unacceptable attire).
Arch view from inside tiny onsite chapel out to main center of Tropea. Nearby sign: THE CHRISTIAN DRESSES PROPERLY BEFORE ENTERING HERE. NO __________(long list of unacceptable attire).
0 2025/09/03 14:23:16
Just beside the granite stand.
Just beside the granite stand.
0 2025/09/03 14:23:02
The 'Lorenzo' deli that Ginevra favors. As self-caterers, we went several times. Ottimo sandwiches! Franco and I shared an admiration for the Brit classic rock trio ELP. One time, he played their timeless hit 'Lucky Man' as we entered. That thoughtfulness brought tears to my eyes. Same thing had once happened when Rick Steves' favored French taxi driver Phillipe had 'The Lamb' by Genesis already playing as Mrs Z and I hopped into his vehicle on the second morn of back-to-back rural tours.
The 'Lorenzo' deli that Ginevra favors. As self-caterers, we went several times. Ottimo sandwiches! Franco and I shared an admiration for the Brit classic rock trio ELP. One time, he played their timeless hit 'Lucky Man' as we entered. That thoughtfulness brought tears to my eyes. Same thing had once happened when Rick Steves' favored French taxi driver Phillipe had 'The Lamb' by Genesis already playing as Mrs Z and I hopped into his vehicle on the second morn of back-to-back rural tours.
0 2025/09/03 14:22:36
Few countries do 'old meets new' design as well as Itlay.
Few countries do 'old meets new' design as well as Itlay.
0 2025/09/03 14:22:20
Largo Frezza is right beside that popular Vallone belvedere, so visitors may easily do a two-fer in this area. This evocative corner should be high on your list.
Largo Frezza is right beside that popular Vallone belvedere, so visitors may easily do a two-fer in this area. This evocative corner should be high on your list.
0 2025/09/03 14:22:09
Old Calabria is evident.
Old Calabria is evident.
0 2025/09/03 14:21:54
The mythical beast 'Fodoria' (Phoenician 'smug'). During ancient times long ago, this chimeric hybrid (half wild dog/half political commentator) was known for posting snide and snarky comments in the basement parts of travel forums, many of which were aimed at innocent denizens of the remote isle Britannica. Known for its tendency to encourage 'brigading', the Fodoria needed reminders to refrain from adopting attitudes that made them look small. Sandbox at recess small.
The mythical beast 'Fodoria' (Phoenician 'smug'). During ancient times long ago, this chimeric hybrid (half wild dog/half political commentator) was known for posting snide and snarky comments in the basement parts of travel forums, many of which were aimed at innocent denizens of the remote isle Britannica. Known for its tendency to encourage 'brigading', the Fodoria needed reminders to refrain from adopting attitudes that made them look small. Sandbox at recess small.
0 2025/09/03 14:21:22
So now, let's descend that old zig-zag path and head back to the core of Tropea.
So now, let's descend that old zig-zag path and head back to the core of Tropea.
0 2025/09/03 14:20:58
Some heritage buildings had been re-imagined as restaurants. Tropea had quite a few. Cynics have opined online that Tropea's restaurants have nose-dived in terms of quality due to the recent influx of tourists. I dunno. I mean, what yardstick are they using to measure that claim objectively? Ignore the critics and just have fun. Mangia!
Some heritage buildings had been re-imagined as restaurants. Tropea had quite a few. Cynics have opined online that Tropea's restaurants have nose-dived in terms of quality due to the recent influx of tourists. I dunno. I mean, what yardstick are they using to measure that claim objectively? Ignore the critics and just have fun. Mangia!
0 2025/09/03 14:20:30
Tropea's iconic sanctuary, Santuario Santa Maria dell'Isola, sits on its own promontory above beaches. It stands out from the mainland
Tropea's iconic sanctuary, Santuario Santa Maria dell'Isola, sits on its own promontory above beaches. It stands out from the mainland
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