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Taking an Affordable Holiday to Italy

You know things are awry in the travel world when you can fly to Italy for less than it costs to jet off to Hawaii from New York. I subscribe to several online travel sites and keep in close contact with a number of travel agents and this week both announced amazing air and hotel packages to popular Italian cities such as Florence, Venice and Rome for unbelievably affordable prices. Take a look: FLORENCE For a mere $1,039 you can jet off to fabulous Florence this fall. Virgin Vacations is offering the trip to the picturesque crown of Tuscany, for … Continue reading →

Saving On A Roman Holiday

The end is in sight. The stores are packed with back-to-school items and the sun is setting before FOX’s late news comes on. Sadly, summer is coming to an end. That’s the bad news. The good news is that if you are looking to travel abroad the change of seasons is the perfect time to grab a great deal. Travel deals to Italy abound right now. The catch: you’ll have to wait until fall to take off. On the bright side, by traveling during autumn you avoid the sweltering heat and summer crowds. The following getaways to Florence, Venice and … Continue reading →

Spending Time in Florence Italy

Florence is located in the Tuscany region of Italy to the north of Milan and the south of Rome. For a long time, this part of Italy was the hub of politics, philosophy, and art. While there are many beautiful places to visit while in Italy, Florence is simply magnificent, one of the largest tourist attractions since there so much to do and see. However, Florence Italy is also not so large that you cannot walk through the streets to enjoy shops, cafes, museums, and more. The public transportation in Florence is easy to navigate and affordable but keep in … Continue reading →