Posts by Pamela

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Travel

Milan shopping - trip came to end

Bid farewell to Venice and embark on a Milan adventure with shopping, fine dining, and unexpected discoveries. A memorable journey filled with cultural experiences concludes as we board the Eurostar...

Travel

Venice at leisure

Experience Venice's rich history and culture, from St. Mark's Basilica to Murano glass factories in June '04! Discover the city by boat, explore its sinking architecture along the Grand Canal, enjoy...

Travel

Half day at Florence and Venice

Exploring Florence and Venice, we admired art at Uffizi before a three-hour train ride to the romantic city of canals. Recognized as our birthplace hometown's refugee manager in St. Mark’s Square, I...

Travel

Siena

Explore Siena's medieval charm, from the shell-shaped Piazza del Campo to its unfinished cathedral. Discover local flavors and Gothic architecture in this Tuscan gem just an hour away by bus from...

Travel

Florence

Exploring Florence in June, we witnessed drizzle and grey skies but found solace at the hotel with a view of the cathedral dome. Despite long queues for Uffizi's David statue, our day included...

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An afteroon at Pisa

Explored Pisa's sights, including the Leaning Tower and Duomo. Witnessed a powerful impromptu performance in the Baptistery before heading to Florence via train across scenic wheat fields by Arno...

Cinque Terre
Travel

Cinqueterre – Mediterranean nirvana

Explore the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre, a cluster of five medieval villages in Italy's Liguria region. Experience breathtaking coastal hikes and scenic vineyards between Corniglia to Monterosso al...

Lake Como
Travel

Milan and Lake Como

Journey through Italy in '04: Night train from Paris to Venice, Milan exploration including Sforza Castle and Parco Sempione. Visited Lake Como's Bellagio for its charm; regretfully had to return due...

Baby Shower Blessing
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My baby shower

Experience Bengali baby shower traditions with Saadh: blessings from elders and an array of seven savory dishes, including rice pudding or rasogulla for dessert. (Image included) Now let's move on...

Travel

Remembering Belgium

Belgium Diaries: A Diamond Surprise in Europe - Belgium's diamond district captivates with its trading hub near Antwerp Central Station; a romantic trip includes the Grand Palace and Mini Europe but...