Rome, Italy

Rome encapsulates the essence of Italian culture and history in one remarkable city. It goes beyond just ancient ruins and must-see spots such as the Colosseum and the Vatican. It's more than just stunning museums filled with classical art and sculptures. Naturally, these sites will likely feature on your Rome itinerary, particularly if it's your first visit, or even your second.

The food and wine scene is synonymous with Italy, whether it's pasta, pizza, gelato, magnificent Tuscan wine, or the simple pleasures of life, like a great coffee—espresso, of course, not expresso.

As with all bustling European cities, crowds are inevitable, and timing is crucial. If you're an early riser, head out in the morning to enjoy the sights before the crowds gather. Places like the Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon are accessible early and free from crowds. When visiting major attractions, book in advance and consider private tours or skip-the-line tickets. Although these options may be more expensive, they save you time. Time is a precious commodity during holidays. It's important to weigh the value of the time spent waiting in long lines against the time you could use for other activities or attractions.

If you want to travel to Italy, visit the Untold Morsels website for some great tips and travel ideas. A beneficial website with an ever-growing travel planning Facebook community designed to help with questions on all aspects of Italy, not just Rome

Casa Vacanze Yuli

We found an apartment in a narrow laneway in the Navona district of Rome, just a short 5-minute walk to Navona Square. This we found to be an excellent location for first-timers, easy walking distance to the Castle Saint Angelo and the Vatican one way, Trevi Fountain and the Pantheon on the other and just a short taxi ride to the Colosseum.

Another host with excellent communication. Nino organised to meet us at the apartment on arrival to check in and show us through the building and the room appliances. While it was an older apartment, Nino had got the essentials right—spacious rooms, comfortable beds, and a clean, modern bathroom. The apartment had antique-style furniture and parquet floors in the bedrooms. It did have one of the smallest and most unique elevators I've ever seen. Not for the faint-hearted or those with claustrophobia. The fact is, it could fit only two people with luggage at a time. That was no problem as the stairs were just as quick and easy, but a really unique experience.

The cobblestone street was just wide enough for one car but had some great small shops, including a small cafe-bar called Bar Amore, which served the best caffe macchiato I had in Italy. I know it's a big call, but let's say I was pleasantly surprised to find the best coffee just a few steps from the front door.

The narrow street featured small cafes, specialty shops, and antique stores. If you're a fan of meat, cheese, and wine, the nearby deli, including 'Pork in Progress' at La Salumeria, won't disappoint. These shops were all small, welcoming, and personal. I enjoyed sitting in these cozy spots with a glass of red wine, indulging a bit. All of this was within 50 meters of Nino's Casa Vacanze Yuli Apartment.

The street was not overly crowded with tourists, but very close to the central areas. This area is perfect for those wanting to walk around most of Rome.

I'd recommend staying with Nino, especially if you have a family of 4. If not, remain in the Navona area; you won't be disappointed.

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The author of this blog, unless otherwise noted, has no affiliation with any property or business linked in the article. Unless otherwise noted, there is no free accommodation or payment from any businesses mentioned in this blog. The information contained in this blog is strictly the views of the author and not professional advice. The author of this BookDirect blog is a travel and tourism professional with 30 years of experience in International Hotel management, global travel, short-term rental management, regional tourism boards and a chairman of regional tourism awards focusing on accommodation.

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