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I think one of the biggest concerns that the backpacker (especially the money-limited backpacker) faces is: Should I spend my money on a tour? Will it be worth it, or will it just be a stupid gimmick? Will I still feel like I’m getting a “real” sense of the city? After visiting many, varied cities, . . . → Read More: To go on a tour, or to not go on a tour: That is the question! 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 . . . → Read More: The Stargate Hotel (Rome, Italy), a quick review 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 . . . → Read More: Top things to do in Rome. 
One of the most interesting parts of my trip to Venice, Italy was my day-trip to the two islands of Murano and Burano. Accessible using the Venice water taxi’s (very easy to get navigate!), these are only a short boat ride away from the tourist mecca (AKA, the main island). Although still fairly touristy (how . . . → Read More: What to do in Murano and Burano, Italy! 
For a brief introduction into my first night in Venice, please read this! Aside from that (now humorous) adventure, I absolutely loved, loved, loved Venice! Others have complained about how dirty it is (I didn’t notice – I was too awestruck to even look at the floor) or unfriendly, although this was definitely not the . . . → Read More: Venice, Italy Itinerary – The City of I-get-lost-here-alot! Personally, I think my dad has the coolest job. He writes bi-lingual medical dictionaries, which are sold all over the world (although mainly in Europe). Since his books aren’t really sold in American bookstores, whenever we see his books in a bookstore, we are sure to take a picture. My dad’s books on sale at . . . → Read More: A family tradition 
People-watching in Vienna! I visited Vienna in 2005 as part of my whirlwind tour of Europe. With only two nights and one real day to take it all in, I wish I could have stayed longer! For those of you on a budget (like I was, at the time), Vienna is a great place . . . → Read More: Vienna, Austria Itinerary – great cafes and amazing buildings 
In a previous post, I detailed how to get to the Rhein and also gave information on my favorite village to visit, Oppenheim. If you’re more interested in hiking up the hills and viewing the scenery from the top, nothing can beat hiking up to the Niederwald Statue. This is a mammoth statue overlooking the . . . → Read More: Rhein, Part Two – Lunch at a castle and a hike to remember! The story of Lorelei, a German legend, always captivated me as a little girl. Driving down the Rhein river, my parents would always say “look out for Lorelei”, and “can you see Lorelei?” As per legend, Lorelei was a beautiful virgin who perched atop one of the many cliffs along the Rhein River. Brushing her . . . → Read More: Lorelei, Germany – a sailor’s dream I don’t know how many times I’ve traveled the short stretch of world-heritage Rhein (stretching from Cologne down to Frankfurt) and not had to catch my breath. This post details how to get to the area, but check out my other post on more sights of the Rhein! The amazing trip can be made by . . . → Read More: The Rhein/Rhine river – a world heritage site, and rightfully so! Partner Sites |
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