Jay Hicks
Oh, Bella Amalfi!
Endless switchbacks, crazy drivers, too much traffic, and perilous heights are some folks memories of the Amalfi! Sitting in the backseat...
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Jay Hicks
- Sep 6
- 2 min
Is it Still Leaning?
I guess they’re just having fun with me! Every time I mention going to Pisa, my friends always ask me if the tower is still leaning? And,...
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Jay Hicks
- Aug 12
- 4 min
Valencia - More than Just Oranges
Trying to expand my mind - and not my belly - we entered into the city of Valencia through gates called Torres de Serranos. History and...
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Jay Hicks
- Jul 8
- 2 min
Drach Caves - Isla de Mallorca
If you find yourself in Mallorca, there are hundreds of things to do. Sun, sea, waves, palm trees, and tourist attractions. Why in the...
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Jay Hicks
- Jul 7
- 3 min
Montserrat? In Spain?
For a fantastic break from the hustle and bustle of the city of Barcelona, take a full day to visit Montserrat. You will not be...
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Jay Hicks
- Jun 29
- 3 min
The Walled Cities of Tuscany!
If you find yourself in a few extra days in Florence and you have time to visit the Tuscan country side, make sure you visit some of the...
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Jay Hicks
- Jun 29
- 2 min
Florence American Military Cemetery
As we jumped on the SR2, heading early in the morning from Florence to Sienna, we noticed signs for the American military cemetery. We...
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Jay Hicks
- Jun 12
- 4 min
Isla de Capri
Guilty as charged! As I told our Italian driver on the way to our Airbnb in Massa Lubrense, "Tomorrow we will travel to Capri", I...
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Jay Hicks
- May 29
- 3 min
Getting Around in Europe - Lots of Walking Ahead!
If you are getting ready to go on vacation to Europe, visiting the sites may require a great deal of effort. Sometimes you will have good...
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Jay Hicks
- May 27
- 4 min
The Elusive Roma Pass. Is it worth it?
A great many websites tout the virtues of purchasing the Roma Pass. To be sure, it is a very useful tool, but it may not be right for...
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Jay Hicks
- May 27
- 2 min
Tax Refund While On Vacation?
As we were jewelry shopping on the famous Ponte Vecchio Bridge in Florence, for numerous reasons, my guard was up. When the jeweler...
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Jay Hicks
- May 24
- 2 min
The Barberini Metro Stop (MA)
The Barberini Metro Stop on Line A, or MA in Rome, is a personal favorite. Climbing up to street level, you step out into the hustle and...
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Jay Hicks
- May 18
- 2 min
Luscious Lucca!
If you find yourself heading to Florence from Pisa, trying heading north to Lucca first. Lucca is only 13 miles north of the Leaning...
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Jay Hicks
- May 15
- 2 min
.Italo or Trenitalia? On the Train in Italy! Prego.
There are two train companies you can travel with in Italy. The companies are .Italo and Trenitalia, both with trains capable of speeds...
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Jay Hicks
- Apr 29
- 2 min
Passing Through the Straits of Gibraltar
The Strait or Straits of Gibraltar is a 7 mile wide body of water between the continents of Europe and Africa. Our ship, like many before...
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Jay Hicks
- Sep 15, 2020
- 2 min
Going Tapas in Málaga!
Going for tapas in Andalucia, the best time is Spanish times of 1:30 to 3 PM and again from 8:30-10:30 PM. This guarantees the liveliest...
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Jay Hicks
- Aug 22, 2020
- 3 min
So is it Buddha or Pest?
Traveling to Budapest Hungary can be Both Exciting and Confusing! Budapest is an intriguing place. After visiting on the cities on...
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Jay Hicks
- Aug 18, 2020
- 2 min
Conquering the Fortress of Málaga!
Exploring the Alcazaba, Citadel, Fortress - regardless of what you call it, a fun way to spend your day! The Alcazaba is a lavish...
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Jay Hicks
- Aug 18, 2020
- 3 min
Walk or Ride? The Best Way to Tackle Mount Gibralfaro!
Getting to the top is no easy task. But you cannot miss this adventure! The idea behind most of our blogs is to share information...
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Jay Hicks
- Jul 20, 2020
- 2 min
London Airport Transportation - Planes, Trains and Automobiles
Flying into Stansted Airport on the outskirts of London during the midst of the Covid-19 Virus was quite the challenge. Coming out of...
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