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Roma Pass Increases in Price from 25€ to 30€ Effective January 2012

Posted on January 2, 2012 by Ron in Rome

Effective January, 1 2012, the Roma Pass increases in price  from 25€ to 30€. That’s a 20% increase in the price of this pass. It seems the Roma Pass folks are getting a jump on the proposed ATAC bus and … Continue reading →

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The Best Hotels and B&B’s Around the Spanish Steps

Posted on December 4, 2011 by Ron in Rome
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ATAC Proposes 50% Increase in Fares for June 2012

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Ron in Rome

Carl Posti is the CEO of ATAC, which serves as the Mobility Agency in the Municipality of Rome. These are the folks that operate the bus, tram, and metro service in Rome. And if Carl and his company get their … Continue reading →

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The “Best” Place to Stay in Rome is…

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Ron in Rome

The most visited pages on this website consistently answer the question, “Where should I stay when I visit Rome?” There is perhaps no “best” answer! Your preferences may be driven by location, cost, comfort, transportation options, the need for a … Continue reading →

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Flooding in Rome Causes Major Disruptions

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Ron in Rome

On Thursday, October 20 we traveled from Siena to Rome via the SENA bus. Our ride on the bus was great… until we got about 8-10 miles from Rome. Then we entered one of the largest traffic jams in Rome … Continue reading →

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Our Recent Apartment Booking in Rome

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Ron in Rome

Last week our oldest son came to visit us and we headed for a whirlwind tour of … Italy. This would be his first trip to Italy and so our agenda was filled with those “must-see, first-timer” sites. Unfortunately, his … Continue reading →

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Metro Tram & Bus Map for Rome

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Ron in Rome

The buses in Rome are a great way to get around the city. Unfortunately, the ATAC website is often difficult to navigate. And the maps on their website are more difficult to read. One option is to purchase the Roma … Continue reading →

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Pickpockets in Rome – Protect Your Vacation

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Ron in Rome

One of the most-often discussed topics on any travel board is safety and security. More specifically, “How do I avoid the pickpockets in Italy?” For many first-time travelers the thought of losing your passport, money, credit cards, and identification in … Continue reading →

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“Skip the Line” Ticket Options for the Coliseum (Colosseo) in Rome

Posted on October 7, 2011 by Ron in Rome

One of the must-see’s for many travelers to Rome is a visit inside the Colosseo. Additionally, your ticket to the Colosseo is good for entry to the Forum and Palatine Hill, also remarkable sites. This 3-for-1 combo ticket currently costs … Continue reading →

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Leonardo Express – The Trenitalia Nonstop Train to the Fiumicino (FCO) Airport

Posted on September 24, 2011 by Ron in Rome

10+ years ago I first rode the Leonardo Express from the airport to the center of Rome. It was far less expensive then it is today! Yet, ten years later it is still the only non-stop train transport from FCO … Continue reading →

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The Roma Trastevere Trenitalia Rail Station

Posted on September 23, 2011 by Ron in Rome

Roma Trastevere is one of Rome’s major train stations located on the southwest section of Rome. It’s a jumping off point for many people arriving in Rome. It’s also a connection station for travelers headed to Civitavecchia.  And lastly, it’s … Continue reading →

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The FR1 Metropolitan Train To and From the Fiumicino (FCO) Airport

Posted on September 21, 2011 by Ron in Rome

The FR1 Metropolitan Service, also called the FM1, connects Fiumicino Airport with the stations of central, metropolitan Rome and travels as far as Fara Sabina and Orte, which are on the north east side of Rome. For visitors, this is … Continue reading →

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Transportation Options From Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to the City of Rome

Posted on September 16, 2011 by Ron in Rome

“I’m arriving in Rome at the Leonardo Da Vinci Airport and I’m unsure of my Travel Options into the city – So how do I get to Rome?” This is a question posted daily on travel boards by visitors heading … Continue reading →

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How to Get to Villa Adriana

Posted on September 14, 2011 by Ron in Rome

In a previous post, A Short Trip from Rome – Tivoli and Villa D’Este, we covered the journey the from Rome out to Tivoli, primarily to go to Villa D’Este. In this article, the focus will be on getting to … Continue reading →

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How to Read a COTRAL Bus Schedule

Posted on September 12, 2011 by Ron in Rome

In the city of Rome, the city buses are managed by ATAC. In the Lazio Region, the provider is COTRAL. They work in the city of Rome and also cover the surrounding areas. They transport more than 100 million people … Continue reading →

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Best Hotels and B&B’s at the Trevi Fountain

Posted on September 11, 2011 by Ron in Rome

One of the most popular sites to visit in Rome is the Trevi Fountain. Immortalized in film and print, the Trevi Fountain is a must-see for many first-time visitors to Rome. And it’s a great place to stay in a … Continue reading →

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