Stay away, Americans! EU says you and your coronavirus are not wanted here in Europe
EU won’t allow the U.S. among its 14 countries permitted to visit.
What’s your idea of romance and Rome?
What’s your idea of romance and Rome? Colorado resident and former Rome resident Anne Streeter joins me in a conversation about the city’s beauty that tugs on our heartstrings.
Madain Saleh: Saudi Arabia’s 2,000-year-old UNESCO Heritage Site and sister city of Petra
Madain Saleh is the crown jewel of a Saudi Arabia that is trying to make its first inroads in mass tourism. It’s Petra’s sister city without the crowds.
Black Lives Matter movement hits Rome and African Americans here join the chorus
Black Lives Matter rally comes to Rome, shedding a light on problem that is not confined to the U.S.
Jeddah: Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea jewel opening its gate even wider for the world
Jeddah is Arabia’s cosmopolitan capital on the sea (This is the second of a three-part series on travels through Saudi Arabia.) JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia — The plane begins to fill and I wonder if this […]
Saudi Arabia: The kingdom finally opens its doors to tourists and I stepped through
Saudi Arabia is shining a light toward a bright future while trying darken its controversial past.
Night out in Rome after lockdown: Great food and friends can’t replace a city’s sorrow
I approached the group lounging outside the pub undecided if I had a bigger thirst for beer or human contact. I proceeded to get the first elbow bump of my life from my Belfast buddy, […]
From film extra to actor, my days on a movie set bring new respect to a tough profession
We take a break from our regularly scheduled update on the biggest human tragedy of our lives to bring you something almost as awful. My acting career. If you’ve followed my blog, you know I […]
Phase Two begins: My first steps back into Rome as Italy finally loosens the chains
I knew Rome was getting back to normal when I crossed my narrow street Monday, the first day of Italy’s Phase 2, and nearly got clocked by a car. I’ve been so used to no […]
Trump vs. Conte: Here in Italy our pasta isn’t the only thing that’s better than in U.S.
Both came from nowhere to lead their countries. Both lead the countries with the most Covid-19 deaths in the world. Both address their nations on TV. Both have a pulse — although I’m not sure […]
Non-capital European cities to consider when we can all start traveling again
You’re probably tired of reading about the coronavirus. I’m certainly tired of writing about it. So this weekend I’m giving you a change of pace, a step into Europe during better times. This is a […]
Italy’s coronavirus lockdown for expats: Tears, loneliness and loved ones far away
The sidewalk cafes tempt you like the Sirens from a nearby shore. You can feel the sun’s warmth on your balcony but you can’t feel the sea. The last time you did the Italian double-cheek […]