Rome
In Rome for a few days we meet up with Brandon and Mindy. We visit the the Colosseum, the Sistine Chapel, the Pantheon, some beautiful churches, and enjoy some great meals.
L'ultima volta a Siena
We return to Siena one more time. We learn how olive oil is made, do an olive oil tasting, and tour a very old and beautiful monastery.
Borgo Scopeto
Borgo Scopeto is an old castle/vineyard/olive oil farm with a hotel. We stay on property for 5 days without leaving. This is the Tuscany we envisioned, and it was delightful to enjoy!
Tavarnelle Val di Pesa and San Gimignano
Tavarnelle is a sleepy Tuscany country village. We stay for 4 days and enjoy the beauty and the peace.
Forte dei Marme, Pisa, and Carrara Marble
We decide to stay in Forte dei Marme for four days, visit Pisa, and visit a Carrara marble quarry operating deep inside the mountain.
Florence, Lucca, and Pietrasanta
We visit Florence where there are many male nude statues, Lucca where there are many female nude statues, and Pietrasanta where there is a nice mix.
ApartHotel Anghel, Siena, Italy
We move into our hotel, eat Italian food, and explore Siena!
Hotel Executive in Siena, Italy
We settle in for a few days at the Hotel Executive in Siena, and start our Road Scholar program of "Living and Learning in Siena".
Camiral Otra Vez
We stay at Camiral again -- and love it again.
Tampa & Celebrity Constellation
We fly to Tampa then embark on Celebrity Constellation for a 15 day voyage to Spain.
We Finally Get a Range Rover
We unexpectedly find the perfect Range Rover while visiting the Carters in St. Louis.
Benson Turns 3
We travel to St. Louis and enjoy celebrating Benson's birthday #3.