Italy: When in Rome...and Firenze, Pisa, Venezia, Pompeii, etc.

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June 22nd 2006

Published: August 14th 2006

Hello Everyone! No reservations, no itinerary, no idea what we were going to do, and we only had one week to get in as much Italy as possible. We definitely were going to stay in Florence, Rome, and Venice, but also wanted to check out Pisa and Pompeii. Since we were going to be arriving in the area late we decided the first night would be in Pisa and from there we would head to Rome. We ... Read Full Entry

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Ben Johnson

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I am sorry that I wasn't able to update the blog to include all of the traveling adventures, but after returning to the US, experienced a big life change and needless to say the wherearewenow has changed to whereamInow. I had great adventures after Europe, especially in countries like Kenya and India - so if you want to know more, just ask. ... full info

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The intricate tile mosaic floor was amazing and the room had to be built around the large marble bath

St. Peter's Basilica...the Pope's stomping grounds

You can see him driving the tractor in the background...ok not really.

Basilica Dress Code

Sorry Ben, you can't wear your bikini to see the Pope

A view from the top of St. Peter

Michelangelo’s Pietá

It is this sculpture that is behind the bulletproof glass because of some crazy person with an ax

This pennies for you Neptune!

It is said that if you toss a coin in the fountain then you will have a speedy return to Rome

Some old Roman Columns

The Pantheon dome from the inside

Perfect half sphere of poured concrete with no supports of vaults, arches, or ribs. The largest of it's kind!

The Pantheon

The Colosseum...since 80 AD

Vittorio Emanuele II monument

The Colosseum at night...we liked it here!

The Haagenson Family

We first met on the train to Rome, but ended up crossing paths numerous times. It was great to meet you three!

The streets of Pompeii

You can tell this was a two way street by the grooves in the road and the three stones their wheels would go between

Heather's feet took a beating here in Italy....especially dirt after Pompeii

Thanks for the fun night Chris and friends

Vittorio Emanuele II monument at night

The Roman Forum

2000 year old ruins that you can play in for free!

Heather at the Colosseum...one last goodbye!

Which way to the water?

The famous Gondolas of Venice...and pricy too!

14th August 2006

Erika
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Italy...
Hi guys, I am glad to hear that you survived Italy. It was fun to see your pics. We have some fun memories from Venice, Florence, Rome, Pisa, and Pompeii. Jason got pooped on in San Marco's Square and Florence was one of our favorite places of all time. If we ever do venture back to Italy it will be to Florence and maybe a bit of Rome. It's always fun to read your blog! TTYL

14th August 2006

Michael Long
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Great Photos!
Hello Ben and Heather! It sounds like you guys are having a blast still. You took some great pictures in Italy. Can't wait to see what kind of trouble you'll both get into once in Germany! Michael

14th August 2006

Ashley
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Italia!
Guys, how fun is this?! (Except, Heather, I am sorry to see your feet have finally met their match...) Keep on keepin' on, you two, but watch out for those pigeons.

15th August 2006

Dustin
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What are the odds
I've been living in Italy for the last little while and lately i've been reading random travelblogs, some of which include yours. I had no idea you were coming to Italy (not that i'm one of those stalkers that would search you out) but had I ran into you it would have been funny. As I read it I realized it was past tense, so you'd obviously came and went however looking down the pictures shows you met my boss and co worker Tad and Chris. We work together for Romeing tours. What are the odds. Good luck on your travels.

19th August 2006

Kathleen Haagenson
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We had such fun traveling with you guys!
Heather and Ben, We have been keeping up with your travel blog and just read the post about Italy! Wasn't that fun??? You brought back all the memories for us. We had such a great time there and you are a part of our best memories. Can't wait to see the next update to the blog to see what else you have been up to. We are looking forward to a visit when you are in California. By the way, you are a great photographer and Heather looks like a model!! Keep in touch. Love, The Haagensons

24th August 2008

leo
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bellissime fotografie complimenti

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