Altomare Travel

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Norwegian Fjords

A cruise ship is a stunning journey through the Norwegian Fjords. Sailing in and out of these spectacular ports is such a feast for the eyes and soul!

First Cruise Post Covid – What A Wonderful Journey!

Cruising could not come back soon enough for me…. As soon as there was word that Greece was allowing travelers from the States and a cruise was available on the magnificent Celebrity Apex, we used our funds from a previously cancelled cruise (Future Cruise Credit) to book the Greek Island Cruise. What a wonderful experience […]

Wine Tasting in Tuscany Post Pandemic

I received the wonderful news of Italy opening up to U.S. travelers and immediately booked my “Covid Tested” flight to Milan. Upon arrival we will be heading to the magnificent Tuscany region and I will once again get to meet up with my favorite wine country tour guide Franco Fadda! I have toured with Franco […]

Portofino, Italy

My bliss filled time in the Italian village of Portofino was a summer day trip after arriving in Genoa on a cruise ship. We took a short train ride from Genoa to Santa Margarita and proceeded to take the hiking trail to Portofino. The trail is an easy, wide stone/paved hike bordering the cliff-side with […]

Favorite Italian Village

Varenna, Lake Como Italy is without a doubt my favorite destination I have visited thus far. Arriving in Varenna by train from Milan is a treat, with beautiful views all along the way. Once in Varenna, it is a short walk from the train station, some up hill, into the village. There are many options […]