We love Firenze and have been there a few times staying around 5-6 days each time and exploring the Tuscan region. Would it be a cliche to say, we could live there? Probably, but’s it’s true.
To our misfortune we have not been to Lucca however through your blog feel like it needs to be on our radar next time. You’re a bad (good) influence! :)
Getting back to ones’ roots can be a
an emotional and rewarding thing as you probably found out through your Lucca exploits. The trouble with travel, and the enlightenment it brings, is that one always wants more.
I traced my ancestry (mum’s side) back to 1451 Cornwall hence our 6 week UK sojourn in June/July this year. We will visit the church in Paul, Cornwall where my ancestors were born, married and buried. I don’t know them of course but am sure it will be emotional.
I get frustrated when people say they wouldn’t know what to do with millions of dollars...I would travel, experience, learn and grow...What else is there?
Good post and thanks for making me have to go to Lucca! :)
You have no idea how many times I've said something similar to your _"I get frustrated when people say they wouldn’t know what to do with millions of dollars...I would travel, experience, learn and grow...What else is there?" I don't get it either. Then there's those who have the means, but no interest in other people and places. Yeah, if you and your wife put Lucca on your list of places I think you would enjoy it. The Rolling Stones did a concert there recently and there's some kind of yearly comic convention there too, so its not completely off the beaten path.