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LINKS TO MAPS + LOCATIONS:
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How-to: Download Google Maps and check out all the plots! Super easy to use.
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Roma: https://www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/UbyxLPsLqQ6guj3vdE0mU3yHPMhJ2w?token=jEw_13NIQmg
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Firenze: https://www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/NiKRQN6S1oMsLzZxJswsoOBgb5t20w?token=-IG8wKisRVk
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Cinque Terre: https://www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/0-bleK355Q_9rK9ogwpqYpyKN9h2OQ?token=MM2AaGBtzIs
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Portofino: https://www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/ClRZCdxXIwjMzG_sSO8yit-sLbJ1ug?token=nL6j5S-j8qA
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Parma: https://www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/SqoJ31Zm3pYSAm2WdWvhc5hokX-Ahw?token=eQX7wqZWXk0
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ROME SUMMARY:
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TO STAY:
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I'd recco Trastevere neighborhood AirBnb, for good vibes + restaurants
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We stayed at Marriott for points: Elizabeth Unique Hotel (good location and super nice/clean)
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TO EAT:TO DO:
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Da Enzo al 29 (https://www.daenzoal29.com/) - no resos, highly recco stand in line w/ Aperol Spritz in hand by 6:15pm
Morning: Coffee at Cafe Greco, Breakfast at Royal Art Cafe (ask for the 2nd floor view)
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La Tavernetta 29 a Trastevere - dinner spot
At night: Pantheon + Spanish steps + Trevi Fountain
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Dar Poeta - MUST PIZZA VISIT!
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Armando al pantheon
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Trattoria Monti
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La Tavernaccia
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Darpoeta for pizza (no pesos)
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Nannarella
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Fried artichokes
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Tonarello all’ Amatriciana
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Meatballs in oxtail sauce
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Mimi e Coco: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g187791-d16832354-Reviews-Mimi_e_Coco_Trast-Rome_Lazio.html
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Shops + walking around
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Near PantheonOverall opinion:
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Get: prosciutto plate and lasagna
I used to hate on Rome being too touristy. But visiting it on a food tour lens was completely different and romantic. I loved being there this time. I'd love to stay in Trastevere neighborhood next time!
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All’antico Vinaio- Roma
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Sandwiches: the Paradise
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Giolitti: best gelato
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Roscioli Ristorante salumeria
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Grano Farina cooking class
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Felice
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Drink/views: Adele Mixology lounge
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FLORENCE SUMMARY:
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TO STAY:TO DO:
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I'd recco staying on the South part of the river, away from crowds (easy to walk to though)
Stroll through Ufizzi Art Gallery
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I will not recco our AirBnb.. too hot, no AC, and dirty
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TO EAT:
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La Giostra - must visit
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Ristorante Mamma Ginas - the mamma gina chicken, OMG
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Acqua al 4 - blueberry steak and pasta sampler
Wasn't stoked on Florence, I'd recco staying somewhere in Florence and then going into Florence for the day to explore
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All A'ntico Vinaio - get the La Paradiso (OMG)
Was too packed and hot lol
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TUSCANY:
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Florence/Tuscany
Experience
Accidental Tourist
https://www.accidentaltourist.com/
Katie's parents rave about this experience, cooking class, vineyard, etc
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TuscanyStayVilla Lenahttps://www.villa-lena.it/?gclid=CjwKCAjwsJ6TBhAIEiwAfl4TWF_6-5f0nVAVixzKggnzzdM1T6pUxP-t34V7IISuUXZRyb5LG45UIxoCB3UQAvD_BwE
Aesthetic dream, sustainable farm, restaurant, day pass avail
BOOKED, can cancel by We give our guests the possibility to postpone or reschedule their stay free of charge up to 14 days prior arrival by 12:00pm local time by issuing a voucher of the value of the deposit prepaid. Beyond, a penalty charge of the total deposit paid applies. As provided by the Italian Civil Code to Art. 1386, the payment will not be returned in case of no show or early check-out.
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TuscanyStaySan Felice Borgohttps://www.borgosanfelice.it/en/index?_gfc_cli=16509989505021882&_gl=1*2spoyd*_ads_borgosanfelice_aw*R0NMLjE2NTA5OTg5NTIuQ2p3S0NBandzSjZUQmhBSUVpd0FmbDRUV0ZJb1RlcjhXS2c2eTdFSmthTU0wR2ZULXY5SkRYdzFzQ3ZnNVd5SlhJN2s3b2gwSk1EQVJ4b0MzckVRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_ga*MTg0ODY0MjA2NS4xNjUwOTk4OTUw*_ga_1R9WT6F985*MTY1MDk5ODk1MS4xLjAuMTY1MDk5ODk1My4w&_ga=2.121659915.1681724190.1650998950-1848642065.1650998950&_gac=1.86593130.1650998952.CjwKCAjwsJ6TBhAIEiwAfl4TWFIoTer8WKg6y7EJkaMM0GfT-v9JDXw1sCvg5WyJXI7k7oh0JMDARxoC3rEQAvD_BwE$$$ BALL OUT
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TuscanyStayLa Banditahttps://la-bandita.com/countryhouse/Booked, meh
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TuscanyExperience
Cooking + Dinner
https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/66243
Kristy did it - she said life changing
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TuscanyExperienceVespa Tourhttps://funintuscany.com/NEW-VT.php
Vanessa recco! Issam tour guide
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TuscanyExperienceHot Springhttps://www.postamarcucci.it/en/
33 euro for termal pools + Tuscan views, spa too
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Tuscany - Castiglione Della Pescaia
ExperienceCastle
M. Bob recco, 2 hour drive from Florence
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Tuscany - Castiglione Della Pescaia
Eats/DrinkIl Bistro
M. Bob recco, 2 hour drive from Florence
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Tuscany - Castiglione Della Pescaia
EatPosto Publico
M. Bob recco, 2 hour drive from Florence
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Tuscany - Montefollonico
StayFarmhouse B&Bhttps://www.airbnb.com/rooms/48946902?adults=4&check_in=2022-06-19&check_out=2022-06-21&federated_search_id=c38e031a-0c35-440f-919d-17e08d935fd6&source_impression_id=p3_1651003560_8BxuwdmJ5RYwvagL
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Tuscany - Montefollonico
Stay
Vineyard B&B w/ pool
https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/49084020?adults=4&check_in=2022-06-19&check_out=2022-06-21&previous_page_section_name=1000&federated_search_id=c38e031a-0c35-440f-919d-17e08d935fd6Amazing house
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Tuscany - Montefollonico
Eats
Pienza - Lunch II Chiostro
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Tuscany - Montefollonico
Do - Vineyard
Montepulciano - Cantina del Redi
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Tuscany - Montefollonico
Eats
Botte Piena restaurant
Dinner idea
THIS WAS THE BEST PART OF THE TRIP
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Tuscany - Pitigliano
ExperienceDrive Thru
M. Bob recco, between Rome and Florence
More my pace: beautiful landscape, slow, good farm to table foods
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Tuscany - San Gimignano
StayCountry B&Bhttps://www.airbnb.com/rooms/574553507026784818?adults=4&check_in=2022-06-19&check_out=2022-06-21&federated_search_id=0f236582-fa50-4d72-ba7c-74ce78f00f30&source_impression_id=p3_1651003712_F41avX8wbeQVMEGI
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Tuscany - San Gimignano
StayCountry B&Bhttps://www.airbnb.com/rooms/3658941?adults=4&check_in=2022-06-19&check_out=2022-06-21&previous_page_section_name=1000&federated_search_id=0f236582-fa50-4d72-ba7c-74ce78f00f30LITERAL CASTLE
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Tuscany - SienaEats
Osteria del Biggeri on Piazza del Campo
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SANTA MARG/PORTOFINO/CINQUE TERRE:
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Bougie = Portofino
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Nice and still easy to get to things = Santa Margherita Ligure
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A bit run down and touristy = Cinque Terre (we stopped for a day, I hear a boat tour is nice)
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Skip Genoa altogether..
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Portofino: https://www.google.com/maps/placelists/list/ClRZCdxXIwjMzG_sSO8yit-sLbJ1ug?token=nL6j5S-j8qA
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Where we ended up eating at:
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Splendido - make a reso!!
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O Magazin Bistrot - the pesto here is to die for (reserve the Portofino location to get good views)
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Was on our list but didn't go:
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- Pesto making class: https://www.nessundormacinqueterre.com/pestoexperience
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- Pesto making + boat ride: https://www.viator.com/tours/Portofino/Best-of-Portofino-Boat-and-Walking-Tour-Pesto-Cooking-and-Lunch/d4232-68388P1
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- Cinque Terre: touring the 5 cities: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g187820-d1790366-Reviews-Matilde_Navigazione-Monterosso_al_Mare_Cinque_Terre_Italian_Riviera_Liguria.html