St. Peter’s Basilica

As our stay in Rome continues we reach a pinnacle, with a stop at one of the holiest and greatest churches of all time. Also a spectacular example of Renaissance architecture, St. Peter’s Basilica will stay in our memory banks for many years to come. Click on the first photo in each group and scroll […]

Vatican Museums

Our Med Cruise continues in Rome. After a walk around the Pinecone Courtyard, we viewed the Vatican Museum’s immense collection including classical sculptures and masterpieces of Renaissance art. And then… the Sistine Chapel! Click on the first photo in each group and scroll to see the square photos at full size. To start at the […]

The Vatican

Our Med Cruise continues in Rome. Definitely a pinchable moment (and day) to see the grounds of the Vatican State, complete with Swiss Guards. Click on the first photo in each group and scroll to see the square photos at full size. To start at the beginning of this series, visit Mediterranean Cruise. An Amazing […]

Walk-about in Rome

As our Med Cruise in Rome continues, we’ll visit Piazza del Popolo to see an obelisk, the Spanish Steps, several fountains, lots of very old buildings and statues before lunch with our tour group. Click on the first photo in each group and scroll to see the square photos at full size. To start at the […]

Stone Pine Trees

As our Med Cruise continues in Rome, ya gotta love these great trees! I don’t usually do a whole post about trees, but this seemed like a great time to start. The stone pine tree changes in shape and size as it matures, much like a lot of people! Click on the first photo in […]

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