I can't believe I am finally here. Rome has been both expected and unexpected. The farmland all around the airport was a surprise. The NY style graffiti in English was a surprise. There are more hills than I was expecting. And it's very humid. But it is absolutely beautiful. There isn't an ugly building in the city. Even the ones that look a little worn around the edges are gorgeous. Lots of balconeys, lots of flowers on the balconeys. Lot's of little streets with shops and restaurants.
The hotel I am staying in is in a great location - near Termini station, major bus lines, and the metro. But everything is within walking distance. And I did a lot of walking today. Saw the Piazza della Repubblica, Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Area Sacra di Argentina, and lots of other fountains and statues. It's a little weird to see building, building, ancient ruins, building, ancient ruins.
I just couldn't stop staring at everything. But I must be doing an OK job fitting in because I was mistaken for an Italian on my way back to the hotel tonight. The guy seemed embarrassed to have made the mistake which I’m taking as a compliment.
Internet access is good at the hotel so I'll try to post more tomorrow (maybe some pictures, too, if I can figure that out. Right now I am off to bed.
5 comments:
So glad you made it ok. Take it all in and keep us posted! (HA, no pun intended!)
Whatever happens, do not agree to accept someone else's luggage for cash. I would hate to see you end up as a drug mule and profiled on National Geographic "Locked Up Abroad". Have Fun! -Tom
Sounds like a great start. I am jealous and very excited for you. Thanks for letting us be a part of the trip through this blog.
Chris ~ I am sooo excited for you. Remember to look for 'Fiesta' and 'Mingalone' as a last name on something when you get into the Naples region. Those are the family names for me. Pictures if you have room!!!!
Italian men are hot - pick one up for you to take home, MJ would probably like one too if you can fit one in your carry on for her too!
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