A smoke break in Italy

A smoke break in Italy

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My overnight train experience – Rome to Paris!

My overnight train experience - Rome to Paris!

Sleeping overnight on a train has always been a sort of travel-goal of mine, so when my travel buddy and I decided to take the overnight train from Rome to Paris, I was excited. Cramped quarters? No problem! I was going to fall asleep in one country, and wake up in another – what could be . . . → Read More: My overnight train experience – Rome to Paris!

The Stargate Hotel (Rome, Italy), a quick review

Address:
The Stargate Hotel,
00185 Rome, Via Palestro, 88

Website: www.stargatehotels.com

Phone: (+39) 06/4457164

For our four nights in Rome, we picked the Stargate Hotel as our accommodation of choice. Our room (a private room, ensuite) was well-priced, clean, located close to the main train station, and came complete with sheets, towels, and a small breakfast (Croissant and coffee). However, despite . . . → Read More: The Stargate Hotel (Rome, Italy), a quick review

Top things to do in Rome.

During my backpacking trip in 2005, Rome was probably one of my most anticipated stops. Unfortunately, despite the glamor of ancient sites, glittering beaches, and much-talked about tourist destinations, I found it hot, crowded, dusty, and not as inspiring as other cities I have encountered in my travels. In fact, the Italy I most loved was . . . → Read More: Top things to do in Rome.

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