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5 Essential tips for traveling to Rome

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Without a doubt, Rome is one of the most visited cities in Europe, known for its infinite beauty, culture, history, food.  I could spend hours listing reasons for visiting this city. So, today I bring you 5 essential tips for traveling to Rome and how you can make your trip planning much easier. Flights You know the saying "All roads lead to Rome" and that slogan is just as true for airlines as it is for roads. Numerous airlines have direct flights to and from the city from the main European capitals. In addition, there are many airlines flying there with a wide range of prices, which will lower your transportation costs, and allowing you to have extra money for accommodation and for food. The Roma Pass This pass eliminates many troubles and has saved me hours of unnecessary queues. Personally, I find it necessary to visit many of the monuments in Rome , so I recommend it! You can buy the Roma Pass at tourist information centers and kiosks. I bought

Sleeping in a Lighthouse in California

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During my 10 day trip through the U.S. as one of the winners of Big Blog Exchange , one of the experiences I remember the most is my stay at the Pigeon Point Lighthouse , in San Francisco Bay. Undoubtedly one of the most spectacular places I have ever seen.  A landmark with something special. You feel it once you get to the park and see the lighthouse, a historic monument that today is still working and giving light to ships approaching the stunning coast of California . It's just one hour from the city of San Francisco on Highway 1. Open your eyes, because while driving, you can enjoy the entire San Francisco Bay , its beaches, cliffs and greenery. To my surprise, not only I was able to enjoy a unique place, but I was able to sleep in the hostel located in small houses that form the lighthouse ,   formerly workers' houses. This hostel is part of  Hostelling International  and represents one of the historic hostels maintained by the organization and r