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Rebecca as Guest rather than Hostess: A blog post on About.com’s GoItaly
Stop by Go Italy’s blog to see some of my suggestions for planning a visit to Umbria in the autumn when the grape and olive harvests are in full swing.
Perfect Picnic Places: Il Lago di Aiso (Bevagna)
Sometimes you get the the point when traveling that you are restauranted out, peopled out, noised out. You just want a relaxed, simple meal. You just want to unwind in solitude. You just want quiet. Here are some suggestions for where to pick up your perfect picnic fare and the perfect place to consume it. With whom is up to you….
Rebecca as Guest rather than Hostess: A blog post on Bleeding Espresso
What an honor to be invited by Michelle Fabio of the wonderful Bleeding Espresso blog to participate in August’s Gita Italiana trip around Italy.
Postcards from Umbria: Fonti and Tempietto del Clitunno
Postcards from Umbria: A quick take on Le Fonti and Il Tempietto del Clitunno
Cin cin: The Best Places to Have Drink in Umbria
This crack reporter infiltrates the cocktail underworld to make sure you get your Mojito with a view!
Rebecca as Guest rather than Hostess: A blog post on The Local Travel Movement
I feel very strongly about travelling in a way respectful of the local environment, history, culture and economy. These are the values of the Local Travel Movement, and I was very happy to contribute to their blog this week.
Hey, What’s Up With the Bread in Umbria?
Traditional Umbrian bread. A taste only an Umbrian could love.
The Most Beautiful Villages of Umbria: Bevagna
Bevagna is a bashful débutante, and you’re about to take her to the ball.
Rebecca as Guest rather than Hostess: A blog post on Casa Dolcetto
I’m so pleased to be a guest blogger this week at Casa Dolcetto’s wonderful Italian Reflections blog!
