Monthly Archives: September 2014

First Night in Italy – Luxury in Milan

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Margie Miklas

My first night in Italy already has me spoiled. My hotel accommodation in Milan is the height of luxury, the elegant five-star Carlton Hotel Baglioni. Having only seen photos and read posts about this Baglioni property, I now can say … Continue reading →

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Tips for Train Travel in Italy

Posted on September 28, 2014 by Margie Miklas

Train travel is one of the most popular ways for getting around Italy, both for tourists and local Italians. If you are visiting Italy for the first time, train travel may be a little intimidating. From my experiences on trains  … Continue reading →

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How to Save Money on Sicily Travel

Posted on September 21, 2014 by Margie Miklas

Although I have been to Sicily five times, I just now became aware of a great way to save money on Sicily travel. The ONSICILY card is an easy way to obtain perks and discounts in Sicily. With over 366 … Continue reading →

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A Different Type of Hotel Accommodation in Italy – Albergo Diffuso

Posted on September 19, 2014 by Margie Miklas

I had never heard of the term albergo diffuso until I discovered that I was staying in one a few years ago in Italy. What I thought to be an agriturismo was in actuality an albergo diffuso. You’re probably thinking, … Continue reading →

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Leaving for Italy in Two Weeks

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Margie Miklas

Oh my God – All of a sudden I feel the time crunch – I am leaving for Italy in two weeks and  just realized that I still had not booked all my train reservations. So today I spent time … Continue reading →

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Winners Announced – Book Giveaway

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Margie Miklas

Thank you to everyone who left a comment in response to my celebratory book giveaway. I appreciate all of you more than you know! Through a random drawing, the following fifteen people are winners – CONGRATULATIONS! Leila Harris Gloria Walsh … Continue reading →

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