Category Archives: Italy

Weills in Italy: Venice

Venice was our final stop on my family’s two-week visit to Italy, and as tourists we were in for one touristy ride here. It amazes me that people actually live in Venice and make a living here outside of the … Continue reading

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Weills in Italy: A Trip to Tuscany

With the keys to an Opel Zafira and a few fistfuls of euros left after Rome, the Weill family reconnects with distant cousins and the distant past in Tuscany. Continue reading

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Weills in Italy: Attractions in Rome

In between jaunts on tiny electric buses and superfast expressways, we got to see a nice little chunk of Italy during our stay. We spent time in Rome, Siena, Prato, Florence, Lucca, and Venice. Rome is an impressive place: it’s … Continue reading

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Weills in Italy: Transportation

If you’re thinking about traveling to Italy and renting a car, here’s a tip: don’t. Take buses and trains. They’re cheaper and they involve less yelling. You might even ride for free. We traveled on public transport about a dozen … Continue reading

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Weills in Italy: Prologue

As I returned the rental car to take a taxi to the Amtrak train to the Long Island Rail Road to the AirTrain, I thought, “this is no way to earn 13,000 frequent flyer miles.” Last month I flew out … Continue reading

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