Sunset over Matera

The Cavernous Fountains at the Villa D'Este in Tivoli

View from San Gimignano Bell Tower

Local boats at the port of Riomaggiore, Cinqua Terra.

Canal view of the Rialto Bridge Venice

Domestic bliss caught in Polignano a Mare

We were about to depart on a cruise out of Civitavecchia when we came upon an Italian Naval vessel, all lit up in glory. Apparently it was a rarity for that ship to come into port, so it was special to us.

It was an October day, and the crowds had dissipated. This temple stood alone in the Valley of the Temples, a testament to time.

Agrigento and its historical ruins

Perched on the top of Erice is this beautiful castello with sweeping views of the plains below