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Herculaneum: showcases 1st century Roman life

January 7, 2017 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

The Herculaneum ruins (outside Naples, Italy) showcase 1st century Roman life. Mount Vesuvius’ powerful volcanic eruptions destroyed this robust seaside city. In 79 C.E., Herculaneum along with  nearby Pompeii were consumed by up to 20 meters of volcanic material. The liquid … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe, Worldwide Travel Tagged With: ancient Roman cities, archeological remains of volcanic destruction, places to see near Naples Italy, smaller tourist attractions worth seeing

Pompeii: an example of volcanic destruction

December 30, 2016 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

Cruise ship passengers disembarking in Naples, Italy,  should consider at least a half-day visit to nearby Pompeii. This famous archeological UNESCO site is remembered for its total destruction in 79 CE. A barrage of pumice, ash and intense heat startled the people of Pompeii. … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe, Worldwide Travel Tagged With: cruise port excursions, destruction from volcanoes, Herculaneum, notable destroyed cities, Vesuvius National Park, volcanic destruction, what to see near Naples Italy

Hiking Vesuvius National Park: Europe’s active volcano site

December 22, 2016 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

Travelers to Italy’s west coast can see Mount Vesuvius tower over the city of Naples. Hiking Vesuvius National Park is a great way to get a better understanding of the area. Vesuvius is located in the same volcanic zone as Mount Etna. (Near Taormina, Sicily) History mavens will … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe, Worldwide Travel Tagged With: Herculaneum, hikes to volcano craters, Naples, notable volcanoes, Places near Naples, places to see in Italy, Pompeii, volcano craters

Spectacular Santorini

December 12, 2016 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

Santorini can be distinguished by its tiered landscape that is covered with white and beige painted houses, windmills, and blue domed churches. The contours of the buildings are accentuated by the vibrant blue water and sapphire sky. This is an ideal place for pictures and … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe, Worldwide Travel Tagged With: Greek Islands, Mediterranean port of call, what to see on Santorini

Kotor, Montenegro—a land and sea adventure

October 27, 2016 By Sandra Bornstein Leave a Comment

The best approach to Kotor, Montenegro is via the sea. If you travel by ship, you can pass through the narrow inlet on the eastern coast of the Adriatic Sea as the mist is touching the morning sky. It's as if you're entering a different world. Even amateurs can capture … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Europe, Worldwide Travel Tagged With: Fortress of St John, Kotor, Kotor Montenegro, Mediterranean port of call, places to see in Kotor

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