Lovely article. Puglia sounds great! I love the accent on the food!!! I am sure I was Italian in a previous life as I love Italian food too! In South Africa round buildings l;ike that are plentiful and called Rondavels and most have thatch roofs.
I concur with your Ryan air assessment. I once read when they started that they limit the turnaround to 30 minutes at each airport to save money in airport fees. Hence the incentive to arrive and depart on time. OK this information is more than 20 years old…
Alberobello is a fascinating place. Unfortunately, unlike you, I didn't get to experience a night in a trullo as I only spent a day there. I did experience a couple of nights in a cave in Matera on the same trip though.
Even though I have Portuguese roots, when we started thinking about a move to Europe, both Paul and I first seriously considered Italy. You never know... - CW
I have been to Italy frequently in recent years. My favorite trip, unexpectedly, was to Puglia, Basilicata and Amalfi. Perhaps because I knew less about those areas than the more familiar places, but also because they were far less crowded. I heartily agree with your comments. Food was wonderful, and weather also, which was a surprise as I visited in late October.
I always knew you two were our people! John and I have a silvery-blue Co-Motion Speedster S&S coupled tandem that we had built in 2004. We have it here with us in Cascais. We, too, have ridden it thousands of times all over Europe and the US. We still ride it here, but sadly not every morning as we did in Oregon.
Hi Nancy, Sounds like you've already been there and back. But If you go again, or you would like to reminisce, I would recommend the YouTube channel Just Dream Italy. He (Marco) has several videos in the Puglia area, usually with a lunch then a property tour. His videos are most appealing for the quality of the videography. Thanks for your article!
We’re looking forward to seeing Puglia. Good to know about the flights from Sevilla! And between Thanksgiving and Christmas is a great time to travel. Maybe next year!
Lovely article. Puglia sounds great! I love the accent on the food!!! I am sure I was Italian in a previous life as I love Italian food too! In South Africa round buildings l;ike that are plentiful and called Rondavels and most have thatch roofs.
I'll go in with you and Denise on a second home in Italy. No need to sell the lovely one you have.
A cliffhanger! Looking forward to your posts, be they from VRSA or Italy, Nancy.
I concur with your Ryan air assessment. I once read when they started that they limit the turnaround to 30 minutes at each airport to save money in airport fees. Hence the incentive to arrive and depart on time. OK this information is more than 20 years old…
No way! You love your town and that beautiful remodeled home! Cant wait for the pics.
Loved our time in Puglia!
We owned a Santana tandem as well! Rode to the top of Mt. Mitchell on it! It was a beautiful bike!
Alberobello is a fascinating place. Unfortunately, unlike you, I didn't get to experience a night in a trullo as I only spent a day there. I did experience a couple of nights in a cave in Matera on the same trip though.
Another friend just talked with us about Matera...will definitely visit when we return.
I think I got to ride your tandem one time
Even though I have Portuguese roots, when we started thinking about a move to Europe, both Paul and I first seriously considered Italy. You never know... - CW
I remember the oil tasting trip on the tandem!
I have been to Italy frequently in recent years. My favorite trip, unexpectedly, was to Puglia, Basilicata and Amalfi. Perhaps because I knew less about those areas than the more familiar places, but also because they were far less crowded. I heartily agree with your comments. Food was wonderful, and weather also, which was a surprise as I visited in late October.
I always knew you two were our people! John and I have a silvery-blue Co-Motion Speedster S&S coupled tandem that we had built in 2004. We have it here with us in Cascais. We, too, have ridden it thousands of times all over Europe and the US. We still ride it here, but sadly not every morning as we did in Oregon.
Sounds magical and delicious - I’d move to Italy for the food. Look forward to hearing the verdict. Us humans are certainly curious creatures.
Hi Nancy, Sounds like you've already been there and back. But If you go again, or you would like to reminisce, I would recommend the YouTube channel Just Dream Italy. He (Marco) has several videos in the Puglia area, usually with a lunch then a property tour. His videos are most appealing for the quality of the videography. Thanks for your article!
We’re looking forward to seeing Puglia. Good to know about the flights from Sevilla! And between Thanksgiving and Christmas is a great time to travel. Maybe next year!