Taste of Italy

Take a look at those little red umbrellas on the right side of this photo. My wife and I were blessed to be there in 2007. The region of Cinque Terra, Italy is absolutely gorgeous. One of five villages, you're glancing at Vernazza. That secluded bay was the perfect spot for our mid-afternoon dip! The area is not as famous as other spots, but that is exactly what makes it a must-see place. Low numbers of tourists and a real local flavor. 

(Photographer unknown.)

Slice of (Italian) Heaven

Ran across the photo today. It's Vernazza beach, an area of Cinque Terra, Italy. A little over a year ago, I was swimming off to the right side of the photo under the warm Italian sun. This shot was taken from the cafe high above the town. We were so high up that the birds were flying below us! The only thing as spectacular as the view was the food- and a chance to spedn three weeks in Europe alone with my wife. No telephone, no email, no worries... ah!

(Photograph copyright Mark Taft.)