Our final full day in Rome had one objective only: to savour every single second humanly possible. We arose from our slumber and had our penultimate breakfast in the apartment with the background chatter of the locals enjoying their morning espresso and the gentle summer breeze brushing us from the balcony. Since Day Five was our take on “Best Of” a la Mariah Carey’s 2001 greatest … Continue reading When in Rome: Day 6
We took a mutual Executive Decision to brand Day Five as the Best Of edition; somewhat the tourism take on Mariah Carey’s Greatest Hits album from 2001. We had ticked off every monument, site, fountain and ancient ruin you could think of from our itinerary, so Day Five was dedicated to revisiting our favourite places before we bid addio in two days’ time. With an … Continue reading When in Rome: Day 5
It’s official. I have achieved the unexpected. Even I was astounded, but ladies and gentlemen, I have absolutely exceeded my expectations and I am one proud lady. A very stylish Italian woman complimented me on my outfit. Yes, me. Your friendly neighbourhood beauty and tech blogger has unlocked the international fashion achievement level. Better equipped with knowledge on the Italian public transport, my Mother and … Continue reading When in Rome: Day 2
It’s the night before Graduation. Exactly 24 hours later, you will no longer have the security-blanket of your NUS Card. Discounted Nando’s on Thursdays between lectures will be a thing of the past. You will be thrust into the big grown-up ocean to swim around like the little adult fishie you are. It begs the question: what do you do to prepare yourself for it … Continue reading When in Rome: Day 1
