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Erin74   
The world is a book and those who do not travel read only a page. (St. Augustine)


Real Name: Erin
Lives In: Los Angeles, US
Member Since: Oct 08, 2003
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A first trip to Rome and beyond...

by Erin74 - last update: Feb 24, 2004

Surviving the blackout, enjyoing the sights!

In front of Trevi Fountain
Rome was an adventure from the start. I arrived in the middle of the big blackout. There was no train or Metro transportation, very few restaurants were open and general chaos seemed to be in full effect. After a couple of hours (and a good glass of wine) the lights came on and it all started to make sense.

I was eventually joined in Rome by several friends, but spent two days here on my own. It is an amazing city, with so much to see. I've highlighted my favorite things here and hope that it will help anyone who is planning a trip to Rome. The best thing I did before traveling to Rome was to very carefully check the hours and days that sights were open (many things are closed Mondays) and look into dress codes (shoulders and knees must be covered in churches!). This made deciding when and where to go much easier.

I was very surprised that everyone in Rome seemed to speak English. I still tried to use my paltry Italian, though. The Romans were, for the most part, very nice and very helpful. I had a great time in Rome and look forward to returning. After all, I did throw a coin in Trevi Fountain.
The Forum

Rome is full of history...

Eating gelato

...and amazing food!

> Add to your Custom Travel Guide [What's This?]

Pros:""Come on, it's Italy. It was gorgeous, sunny and we ate like pigs. Molto buono!!""
Cons:""Constant, non-stop smoking. Even in restaurants! I won't miss that!""
Erin74's Rome Travel Tips

OverviewThings to Do
Tips: 11 - Photos: 11
 
Restaurants
Tips: 5 - Photos: 2
Hotels & Accommodations
Tips: 2 - Photos: 2
 
NightlifeOff The Beaten Path
Tips: 1 - Photos: 1
 
Tourist TrapsWarnings Or Dangers
 
TransportationLocal Customs
Tips: 3
 
Packing ListsShopping
 
Sports TravelGeneral Tips

Erin74's Rome Travelogues
Title [Click to view]Travel YearPictures
Trip to Italy, September/October 2003September, 2003 
PHOTOS FROM THE ROMAN FORUMSeptember, 2003 4

Comments for Erin74 about Rome
Brakovich Tue Sep 4, 2007 16:47 UTC
 Nice pics. Just a little mistake in your text. The Fountain of Neptune was actually designed by Della Porta. It got its alternative name "Fontana dei Calderari" or Fountain of the Coppersmiths from the workshops nearby
Maurizioago Wed Dec 20, 2006 12:54 UTC
 Good tips! I'm going to Rome soon. Ciao!
AlexDJ Mon Apr 17, 2006 13:04 UTC
 Ciao Erin! Very nice pics about Rome! You must have had a good time there! Tell me if you plan to come again!
raoul71 Fri Nov 4, 2005 09:05 UTC
 Hi there! We don't smoke any more in indoor public places, restaurants included! So, don't wait a second, come again, and see more!!! Cheers!!!
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