Tag Archives: Perugia

A Few Reasons to Venture to Umbria

Posted on May 23, 2014 by msraaka

Tuscany gets all the press, but Umbria has its own special perks. Here are a few of my favorite reasons to venture into the “green heart of Italy”. Country roads with lush scenery and no tolls Driving in Italy may … Continue reading →

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It’s Another Party

Posted on May 15, 2012 by msraaka

“It’s another party” is the first thing that Bob says as we approach the main Piazza (Piazza IV Novembre) in Perugia. Now that the beautiful spring weather has arrived, the piazza has been the place to hang out. When we … Continue reading →

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Language Schools in Italy

Posted on May 14, 2012 by msraaka

Me and my fellow student, Renate I’ve always enjoyed learning new things, so going to school has been one of my hobbies. Bellingham has been a great town for us because there are plenty of interesting classes offered at the … Continue reading →

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A Hill Town in Umbria

Posted on April 29, 2012 by msraaka

Piazza IV Novembre in Perugia Last week we took the train to Umbria, where we’ll spend our last month in Italy. We are very fortunate to have an apartment in the old center of Perugia, an often overlooked city in … Continue reading →

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