I also know that I have a number of readers and colleagues in Italy, though I am unsure how many of you live in or near Rome. Assuming it's possible, I'd love to meet some of you, since I can't say when I'll ever be in Europe again. The last time I did so was in the late 1980s, when I was an exchange student in England (and, before that, when I was born in the Netherlands). I'm not much of a world traveler, but I couldn't pass up the chance to see Rome when the opportunity arose.
Naturally, I've already got a number of excursions and visits planned during my trip. However, I also have a few days when I'm also quite free. Those times would be perfect for any meet-ups that might occur.
I realize, of course, I'm sharing this with comparatively little advance warning, so meeting up might present logistical problems. Still, I felt I ought to make everyone aware of this in the event that something could be arranged. I have lots of fun at Gamehole Con each year meeting my fellow roleplayers in North America. I imagine I'd enjoy doing so in Italy as well.
I took the family to Rome for Autumn, about 6 months before COVID, and we had a blast! I can recommend the historical reenactment gladiator school, where you can try on gladiator helmets and learn the five sword strokes of death and compete against each other with wooden swords. It's here: https://www.romegladiatorschool.com/gladiator-school
ReplyDeleteA pity that work and family will prevent me from taking the trip south, I would have loved to chat! In case you fancy taking a train and coming to beautiful Verona, you've got yourself a free guide!
ReplyDeleteWelcome to Italy. When you will in Rome, you have to try italian cuisine but stay at large from touristic restaurant. Go to seek "Sora Lella" at Isola Tiberina in our capital city!
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