Bergamo is a trading crossroads for not only Europe but for the world. And, as a bonus – some wonderful festivals come with that.
Lake Como, Italy – A Beautiful Daytrip from Bergamo or Milan
Lake Como – one of the most beautiful lakes in the world and a crown jewel of Italian masterpieces.
Caravaggio’s Bergamo Revisited – Airport Refugees
One of the side effects of the renaissance of budget air and cheap flights is that a number of small regional airports have become major hubs for carriers such as RyanAir and Wizz Airlines.
Memory and Travel – Reflections on Bergamo and kindness to strangers
Travel and memory don’t always work together.
Photo Essay: The Beauty of Doors
We all wonder just what is on the other side of the door and sometimes it’s even more wonderful than we imagine.
Partying with St. George – Have you been here?
St George and the Dragon are the symbols of Bergamo, Italy. When you head into Bergamo Alta you find a magical land of towers, castles, churches, and those narrow winding streets Italy is famous for. But the real reason I took this picture is because when I saw this statue in Bergamo Alta, I heard an alto voice in my head come from the statue saying “Don’t you want to party with me and my dragon?” No one else was laughing.
