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Bliss Blodget-Stephan's avatar

This is a stretch, but how you describe Sardinia's geographical location... reminded me of this book: “Clash of Civilizations Over an Elevator in Piazza Vittorio” by Amara Lakhous.

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Elizabeth's Travel Journal's avatar

I'll have to look for that book! Thanks for the tip!

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Carol deLaski's avatar

Thank you, Elizabeth! I love traveling along with you and appreciate the beautiful photographs, thoughtful explanations, and humor that you send our way. Keep it up!

Carol

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Ellen Conant's avatar

Hi E - Next week is the week to catch me before my schedule gets super swamped. Any chance we can meet up in SF?

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Julie Castleman's avatar

Thank you!! Through your writings I feel I was there. It helps us plan our hopeful trip in 2024!! Enjoy Q2 in California!! 😍

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McCoy Joanne's avatar

How FUN to catch up with you on this early morning by the sea in Delaware...Day One of Vacation 2023. Your reflections, paired with the images, are a true delight-- looking forward to Q2. 💛

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Rosemary Rossi's avatar

Thank you for sharing your experience in Sardinia. Friends visited briefly; and fell in love with the island. I do have a question…is it true the ferry stops running end of September?

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Elizabeth's Travel Journal's avatar

Hi Rosemary, thanks and I'm not sure of the answer to your question. I took a short ferry ride while there, but did not arrive on the island by any of the ferries, which run from Rome, Naples and Palermo (and probably some other places). I flew because it was cheaper and so quick. I found ferryhopper.com to be helpful throughout Italy and Greece, so maybe you can get the answer there.

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Kathleen Pellet's avatar

What a gem, didn’t realize Sardinia is so geo- and biodiverse. Really enjoyed the way you wove historical and cultural context into your Italian posts, and your photos are stunning! Thank you for sharing your adventures so vividly.

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Magda Morales's avatar

Thanks for allowing me the privilege of seeing Italy through your eyes! Traveling mercies to you and may the adventure continue.

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JoelleElaine's avatar

Those photos! Wow! I’m so glad Italy was all that and a bag of chips for you friend :) Thank you so very much for sharing your adventures with us. Continued safe travels for you!

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Jacques Delente's avatar

Elizabeth, I really enjoy your travelogue. Thank you for sharing.

Jacques

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Erin's avatar

This was my favorite post but enjoyed them all. The WW2 bit is heartbreaking and inspiring. Have fun in Cali!

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Tracey's avatar

Keep writing - I love hearing from you!

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Ellen Conant's avatar

Elizabeth - Welcome to CA! Drop me a line and let's visit over coffee or a drink!

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Elizabeth's Travel Journal's avatar

Yes yes! I'm almost there...roadtripping across the US and I hit California tomorrow. I'll contact you directly. Yay!

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Ellen Conant's avatar

Where are you cat sitting?

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Ellen Conant's avatar

The week of June 19 is my best week for visiting.

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