Month: June 2006

  • Wednesday 21 June 2006 Highlights: Galleria degli Uffizi Museum Having survived the night (both hot and cold and a lot of noise) I set out late in the morning to explore for Florence by myself.   I headed straight for the Galleria degli Uffizi which is has very famous works of art.   Unfortunately I…

  • Tuesday 20 June 2006 Highlights: Visiting Orvieto Town, Exploring Florence BusAbout had a bonus stop at Orvieto a small and beautiful Tuscany town.   The cathedral is stunning especially the 5 panels starting with heaven and moving down until the last panel shows hell. Getting into Florence at around 3 pm we had an organised dinner…

  • Monday 19 June 2006 Highlights: Relaxing at the campsite watching the World Cup and listening to music Well today I spent the entire day either on the internet, at the pool or watching the world cup.   Had a good night chatting with a few other BusAbout travellers and even watched the pub fire up…

  • Sunday 18 June 2006 Highlights: The beautiful Amalfi coast seen from the edge of cliffs Another early start (7 am) which was necessary to avoid the many tourist who drive on this coast.   We followed the coastal road to the towns of Positano, Amalfi and Ravello.   Luckily we had a good driver otherwise…

  • Saturday 17 June 2006 Highlights: Stunning view on the Isle of Capri An early start (7.30 am) and we were on a ferry to the Isle of Capri.   This Isle has been home to Roman Emperors since 30 AD and is now home to very wealthy individuals.   The Isle is incredible, the views…