The rolling green hills of Umbria speed past the train window as I feel my body and mind start to relax.
Sometimes we need to get off the merry-go-round of our daily routines and say to ourselves, “Selves, it’s time for a little trip somewhere we’ve never been before.”
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A granita (crushed ice and fruit juice) and a little serenade.
This is how the “other half” lives.
The natives must have the strongest hearts and calves in Italy.
Church bells and evening cocktails on the Piazzetta.
I think he’s giving me the side-eye!
Morning dip in the Mediterranean, anyone? Marina Piccola.
A light lunch at Pescheria Le Botteghe.
Window shopping for the colors of Capri at OROGAMI.
Ahhhhh.
Orvieto or Bust: 
Your photos are fantastic. Capri is such a special place You were there for the 4th of July? Please allow me to share my July 4th Capri experience with you — it’s sort of one of my more interesting experiences, on a couple of levels.
Over a 4th of July weekend, maybe 25 years ago, I too found myself vacationing on the Isle of Capri. For me, it was that big vacation that one dreams about for years. Before this trip, my time traveling in different countries was pretty limited. I don’t know if it is the same today but back then Capri was absolutely crawling with Hollywood celebrities on the 4th of July – but neither of us had any idea about that when we booked the trip. I won’t name drop here but I’ll admit it was a bit of a thrill for me to rub elbows so far from home. Although I had just assumed the 4th of July would pass like any other day in Italy, we did run into a particular acquaintance of Bobby’s who invited us on to his ridiculously amazing yacht for their 4th of July dinner. (Do remind me to tell you that oh-so-juicy story.) This in itself was beyond the beyond for me. I’d never been on yacht… and this yacht was the type that you only hear or read about. But far and away the most memorable thing about Capri was the spectacular fireworks show the Italians put on for the Americans. Out on that yacht, watching the shoots and swirls of colorful sparks and accompanying booms, pops and crackles, the world seemed downright cozy. I remember feeling so touched by the this gesture. I don’t really know who was responsible for that fireworks show but I tell myself it was the Italians. It initiated for me the beginnings of a better understanding about the respect and kindness among people of different nations, and the symbolism of such a gesture. Previous to this trip, I think I thought that as tourists, we are tolerated and invisible to locals. Afterwards,I truly felt closer to Italy! Now, I’m thinking you probably know the true story behind the fireworks on Capri… but I promise it won’t burst my bubble. It’s already served it’s purpose of making the world feel welcoming to a younger, unsophisticated traveler.
xoxo
Hi Donna. No, I went the day after the 4th but, there’s no doubt that during the summer the island is an international hot spot; people come from all over the world to enjoy its sparkling blue sea and winding, narrow streets. My friends Tiziana and Massimo opened their second jewellry store, OROGAMI, there in March and I was missing Tiz, so I took a couple of days to hang out with her and see the island. It’s so beautiful and the locals are so lovely and welcoming. I had a short, but wonderful experience. I look forward to hearing the juicy details of your yacht story when I see you…hopefully in Orvieto soon! xxxxooo. T
well I hope you had a lovely time Toni. It looks lovely, haven’t been to Capri for years and years.
Hi Cathy! How are you? Hope you are enjoying life in England. Capri is lovely…and the blue sea! Holy Cow! xxxoo t
Stunning photos — so inviting
Thanks Bruce!
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Thank you for the beautiful photos!! Must put this on The List. . . . Glad you had an Escape & Recharge. 🙂
Thanks Mari!